The rotary speed control dial, located in the lower
center of the front panel, has infinite adjustability (OFF,
and 0 to approx 3000 rpm). Vortexing speed increases
to a maximum of approx. 3,000rpm as the knob is turned
clockwise. Before turning on the Vortexer, set the speed
dial to OFF position (rotate counter-clockwise until the
knob stops and a "click" is felt). To begin operation, move
the power switch to either the Intermittent TOUCH or ON
position and turn the speed control to the desired setting.
If the power switch is in the ON position, the mixing head
will begin moving immediately. If the power switch is in the
Intermittent TOUCH position, operation will begin when
the rotary speed control dial is rotated clockwise to the
Intermittent - Top position
maximum speed and an object (test tube) is placed in the
Continuous - Bottom position
center of the mixing head, held at the top of the test tube,
and moderate pressure is applied to push down the mixing
head. Mixing will cease when the object is removed and
pressure is released.
Intermittent/touch mode:
Place the 3-position switch in the Top Intermittent
TOUCH position and rotate the speed control dial
clockwise to maximum speed. When pressure is
released from the mixing head, operation will stop.
Intermittent operation will begin when a test tube is
pressed down in the center area of the mixing head,
while the tube is held firmly at the top.
Hands free/continuous on mode:
Place the 3-position switch in the ON (bottom) position
and set the rotary speed control as described above.
Hands Free mode allows mixing or vortexing of the
tubes or microplate and will continue to run until you
stop the mixer by placing the 3-position switch to the
OFF position.
Note:
To prevent overheating of the Vortexer
during continuous use, there is an internal
Temperature Protection Device that will temporarily
shut off the device. Once the device cools down, it
will be operational again. Please set switch to OFF
position whenever it is not in operation.
Attention:
It is recommended to NOT leave the
Vortexer unattended while in operation.
OFF mode:
Always place the 3-position switch to the OFF
position (center) when not in use!
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