Biosan Multi Bio RS-24

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Summary

General Information

Rotational Motion Settings

Configures speed and time for the 360° rotational motion of the platform.

Reciprocal Motion Segment

Defines the angle and time limits for the reciprocal platform motion.

Vibro Motion Segment

Sets the angle and time for vibro motion, an option within reciprocal motion.

Pause Duration Setting

Specifies the duration of pauses in platform motion during reciprocal operation.

Working Period Setting

Sets the total operating time for the rotator, from 1 minute to 24 hours or non-stop.

Getting Started

Unpacking

Instructions for carefully removing packing materials and retaining them.

Complete Set

Details the standard set and optional accessories included with the rotator.

Set Up

Steps to place the unit on a surface and connect the power supply.

Platform Replacement

Procedure for unscrewing and replacing the rotator platform.

Operation

Connecting Power Supply

Connect the external power supply unit to the electric circuit.

Sample Placement

Properly arrange microtubes, vacutainers, and tubes on the platform.

Program and Time Setting

Setting the appropriate program and operation time according to methodical prescriptions.

Starting, Stopping, and Repeating Programs

Using the Run/Stop key to start, stop, repeat, or restart the program.

Continuous Operation Mode

Operation without a set time, running until Run/Stop is pressed again.

Operation Completion Notification

Signals completion of timed operations with display and sound.

Program Setting

Parameter Selection

Using the Select key to choose the parameter to change, indicated by flashing.

Value Adjustment

Using Up/Down keys to set the necessary value for the selected parameter.

Automatic Program Saving

The microprocessor automatically saves the last parameter changes as the working program.

Countdown Timer

The countdown timer controls operation time, settable from 1 min to 24 hours.

Motion Type Examples

Examples of motion types and their available parameter combinations in cycles.

Specifications

Operating Conditions

Details ambient temperature and relative humidity for unit operation.

Rotation Specifications

Specifies speed control range, time setting range, and vertical rotation movement.

Reciprocal Rotation Mode

Defines tilt angle range and time setting range for reciprocal motion.

Vibro;Pause Mode

Specifies tilt angle range and time setting range for vibro/pause mode.

General Specifications

Covers digital time setting, maximum load, dimensions, power consumption, and weight.

Optional Accessories

Lists available platforms, their capacity, tube volume, diameter, and catalogue numbers.

Replacement Parts

Details replacement platforms, their capacity, tube volume, diameter, and catalogue numbers.

Maintenance

Maintenance Contact

Procedure to follow if the unit requires maintenance, contact Biosan representative.

Qualified Personnel

All maintenance and repair operations must be performed by qualified personnel.

Cleaning and Decontamination

Recommends standard ethanol (75%) or other approved agents for cleaning.

Warranty and Claims

Manufacturer Guarantee

Guarantees compliance with specifications provided operation, storage, and transport instructions are followed.

Warranted Service Life

The warranted service life of the unit is 24 months from delivery date.

Manufacturing Defects

Procedure for reporting and claiming manufacturing defects to the local distributor.

Required Information for Service

Information needed for warranty or post-warranty service, including model, serial number, and date of sale.

Declaration of Conformity

Equipment Details

States equipment name, type, manufacturer, and directives applied.

Applied Standards

Lists standards for electrical safety, EMC, and laboratory equipment requirements.

Declaration Statement

Confirmation that the product conforms to the stated Directives and standards.

Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Optional Accessories and Platforms
Recommended Load Depending on Motion Types
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

The Multi Bio RS-24 is a programmable rotator designed for mixing biological solutions, cell suspensions, magnetic particles conjugated with specific antibodies, and for the incubation and cultivation of biological liquids according to operator-set programs. It is applicable in all areas of laboratory research in biotechnology, microbiology, chemistry, and medicine.

Function Description:

The Multi Bio RS-24 offers three primary types of platform motion, controlled by a microprocessor protocol:

Orbital Rotational Motion: This is a 360° rotation of the platform. Users can set the speed from 1 to 100 rpm and the duration from 0 to 250 seconds, or choose non-stop operation.
Reciprocal Motion: In this mode, the direction of the platform's rotational motion changes alternately within a set segment. The turning angle can be set from 1° to 90°, and the duration from 0 to 250 seconds, or non-stop.
Vibro Motion: This involves a small turning angle of the platform (0-5°) for a short period (1-5 seconds) at the borders of the reciprocal motion segment. It is only available when reciprocal motion is active.
Pause Duration: When vibro motion is off (turning angle set to zero), a temporary platform stop (1-5 seconds) can be set at the borders of the reciprocal motion segment. This is also only available when reciprocal motion is active.

The device allows for the creation of programs that include a single type of mixing motion or cyclically alternate between different mixing motions. The working period can be set from 1 minute to 24 hours, or for non-stop operation. The Multi Bio RS-24 features a miniature and elegant BioForm design with a user-friendly interface, allowing for program changes during operation and simultaneous control over different steps of the mixing protocol. It is particularly useful for researchers in molecular and cell biology and biodiagnostics technology involving magnetic particles, where specific hydrodynamic shifts are crucial.

Important Technical Specifications:

Operation Environment: Cold rooms, incubators, and closed laboratory rooms at ambient temperatures from +4°C to +40°C, with maximum relative humidity of 80% (decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C).
Rotation Speed Control Range: 1-100 rpm.
Rotation Time Setting Range: 0-250 seconds.
Vertical Rotation Movement: 360°.
Reciprocal Rotation Tilt Angle Range: 1°-90° (increment 1°).
Reciprocal Rotation Time Setting Range: 0-250 seconds.
Vibro/Pause Mode Tilt Angle Range: 0°-5° (increment 1°).
Vibro/Pause Mode Time Setting Range: 0-5 seconds.
Digital Time Setting: 1 minute – 24 hours, or non-stop.
Maximum Load: 0.5 kg.
Dimensions (LxWxH): 365x195x155 mm.
Input Current/Power Consumption: 12V, 660 mA / 8 W.
External Power Supply Unit: Input AC 100-240 V 50/60Hz, output DC 12V.
Weight: 1.7 kg (accurate within ±10%).

Optional Accessories and Platforms:

The device supports various platforms for different tube sizes and capacities:

PRS-5/12 platform: Capacity 5/12, max. 50/2-15 ml tube volume, 20-30/10-16 mm tube diameter. (BS-010117-HK)
PRS-10 platform: Capacity 10, 50 ml tube volume, 20-30 mm tube diameter. (BS-010117-IK)
PRSC-22 platform: Capacity 22, 15 ml tube volume, 10-16 mm tube diameter. (BS-010117-LK)
PRSC-10 platform: Capacity 10, 50 ml tube volume, 20-30 mm tube diameter. (BS-010117-JK)
PRS-1DP platform: Platform for microplates and racks for tall tubes 0.5 and 1 ml (e.g., Thermo 3741MTX, 3742MTX, 3744MTX). (BS-010149-DK)
PRS-26 platform (replacement part): Capacity 26, from 2 to 15 ml tube volume, 10-16 mm tube diameter. (BS-010117-GK)

Note: PRS platforms are equipped with universal rubber clamps for different size tube fixation, while PRSC platforms have metal clamps suitable for holding heavier solutions (e.g., soil, sand).

Recommended Load Depending on Motion Types:

Rotation: Full load, up to 450 g.
Reciprocal Rotation:
- 26 Microtube type: Up to 100 g. for platform with rubber clamps; or 200 g. for platform with metal clamps.
- 8-15 ml Falcon tubes, 2-50 ml Falcon tubes.
Vibro Motion: Microtube type tubes only, up to 100 g.

Usage Features:

Unpacking and Setup: Remove packing materials carefully and retain for future use. Place the unit on a horizontal, even working surface. Plug the external power supply unit into the 12V socket at the rear.
Platform Replacement: Unscrew two fixing screws, replace the platform, and secure the new platform tightly with the screws.
Loading Samples: Arrange tubes symmetrically to the rotation axis. Microtubes should be placed up to the end; vacutainers and tubes with caps should be half-size.
Program Setting: Use the "Select" key to choose parameters and the "Up/Down" keys to set values. Holding a key for more than 2 seconds accelerates numerical changes. The microprocessor automatically saves the last parameter changes as the working program. The countdown timer controls operation time, settable from 1 minute to 24 hours.
Starting/Stopping Operation: Press the "Run/Stop" key to start or stop the program. If no operation time is set (timer shows 0:00), the rotator operates continuously until "Run/Stop" is pressed again. If a time is set, the platform stops after the time expires, displaying "STOP" and emitting a sound signal (press "Run/Stop" to silence). Pressing "Run/Stop" again repeats the set program.
Stopping During Operation: The rotator can be stopped at any time by pressing "Run/Stop." The platform will stop in a horizontal position. Pressing "Run/Stop" again restarts the program from the beginning.
Step Motor: A step motor is used, allowing brief manual stopping of the platform without damaging mechanical parts. If the platform is manually stopped, the program does not halt, and motion resumes automatically once the platform is released.
Power Off: Disconnect the external power supply unit from the electric circuit to turn off the unit.
Vibro Motion Considerations: When working in vibro motion mode for long periods non-stop with rubber clamp platforms, choose tubes not longer than 7 cm from cap to bottom. For "Hard Vibro" mode, set reciprocal motion turning angle to 90° and vibro motion angle to 1°.

Maintenance Features:

General Maintenance: If the unit requires maintenance, disconnect it from the mains and contact Biosan or a local Biosan representative.
Repair Operations: All maintenance and repair operations must be performed only by qualified and specially trained personnel.
Cleaning and Decontamination: Standard ethanol (75%) or other cleaning agents recommended for laboratory equipment can be used for cleaning and decontamination.