Platelet Agitator Operation Manual

i.Series® - Pro Models

Countertop
PF15-Pro, PF48-Pro,
PF96-Pro

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Contents
1 About this Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Model Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Intended Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Safety Precautions and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Avoiding Injury. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 General Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Location Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Power and Communication Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Mounting Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Placement, Leveling and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.5 Storage Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.6 Load the Agitator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Initial Start Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Motion Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Motion Alarm Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.4 Enable or Disable Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1 Operating Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.1 Safety Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2 Environmental Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.3 Electromagnetic Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

6 Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Appendix A: Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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1 About this Manual

1.1 Intended Audience
This manual provides information on how to use the Pro Series platelet agitator. It is intended for use by end users of the platelet
agitator and authorized service technicians.

1.2 Model Reference

This manual covers all Pro Series platelet agitators which may be identified by their size or model number.

1.3 Intended Use

Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.

Helmer platelet agitators are intended to provide the continuous gentle agitation conditions required for the storage of platelet products.
The devices are intended to be operated by personnel who have procedures in place for meeting FDA, AABB, EU or any other
applicable regulations for the processing and storage of platelet products.

1.4 Safety Precautions and Symbols

Symbols found in this document

The following symbols are used in this manual to emphasize certain details for the user.
Task Indicates procedures which need to be followed.

Note Provides useful information regarding a procedure or operating technique when using Helmer
Scientific products.
NOTICE Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage to
equipment; personal injury is unlikely.
CAUTION Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage to
equipment or impair the quality of the products or cause minor injury.
WARNING Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage to
equipment and serious personal injury to a patient or the user.
Authorized representative in the European Community
EC REP

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Symbols found on the units

The following symbols may be found on the agitator or agitator packaging:
CE Mark (European units only) Earth / ground terminal

Caution: Risk of damage to equipment or Protective earth / ground terminal

danger to operator

Caution: Hot surface Product falls under the scope of the WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
directive.

Caution: Shock / electrical hazard

1.5 Avoiding Injury

♦♦ Review safety instructions before installing, using, or maintaining the equipment.
♦♦ Before moving unit, remove contents from the drawers.
♦♦ Do not open multiple drawers at the same time.
♦♦ Before moving unit, disconnect the DC power cord and secure the cord.
♦♦ When moving unit, use assistance from a second person.
♦♦ Never physically restrict any moving component.
♦♦ Avoid removing electrical service panels and access panels unless so instructed.
♦♦ Keep hands away from pinch points when agitation motion is enabled.
♦♦ Avoid sharp edges when working inside the electrical compartment.
♦♦ Ensure biological materials are stored at recommended temperatures determined by standards, literature, or good
laboratory practices.
♦♦ Proceed with caution when adding and removing products from the platelet agitator.
♦♦ Use only manufacturer supplied power supply/cord when operating stand-alone or within incubator.
♦♦ Using the equipment in a manner not specified by Helmer Scientific may impair the protection provided by the equipment.
♦♦ The platelet agitator is not considered to be a storage cabinet for flammable or hazardous materials.

CAUTION
Decontaminate parts prior to sending for service or repair. Contact Helmer Scientific or your distributor for decontamination
instructions and a Return Authorization Number.

1.6 General Recommendations

General Use
Allow platelet agitator to come to room temperature before switching power on.
During initial startup, motion alarm may sound if the motion is disabled.
During initial startup for stand alone operation, device selection of “X” is required for motion to occur.

Initial Loading
After platelet agitator reaches room temperature, begin storing product.

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2 Installation
2.1 Location Requirements
Stand Alone Installed in Incubator
♦♦ To ensure continuous operation of linearly shifting loads, the ♦♦ To ensure continuous operation of linearly shifting loads, the
location surface must be level and adequately accommodate location surface must be level and adequately accommodate
the full weight of the agitator when loaded with product. the full weight of the incubator with installed agitator when
♦♦ Has a grounded outlet meeting the electrical requirements loaded with product.
listed on the product specification label.
♦♦ Is clear of direct sunlight, high temperature sources, and Note
heating and air conditioning vents. • Only Helmer Pro series platelet agitator may be used
♦♦ Minimum 0.5” (13 mm) behind. with Pro series platelet incubator.
♦♦ Minimum 0.75” (20 mm) on left and right sides. • When placing an agitator in the PC900-Pro or
♦♦ Meets limits specified for ambient temperature (15˚C to 35˚C) PC1200-Pro, ensure agitator placement allows the
and relative humidity. roll-top door to open

Note
Add 1.5” (38 mm) to the width to accommodate the
trolley frame when agitation motion is enabled with
standard throw (default).

2.2 Power and Communication Connection

Note
• Use only the DC power cord supplied with the incubator when configuring the agitator within the incubator.
• Use only the optional Helmer AC/DC power supply for stand-alone configuration.

Stand Alone Installed in Incubator

The platelet agitator may be used in a stand-alone configuration. Helmer Pro Series Platelet Agitator may be installed in a Helmer
A power supply with adaptable plugs is available for stand-alone Pro Series Platelet Incubator.
use. Select and install the desired plug prior to attaching the Connect the data cable and DC power cable supplied with the
power supply to the agitator. The power supply is not used when incubator prior to placing the agitator inside the incubator.
configured inside a Helmer Pro Series Platelet Incubator.

Notes
• Only Helmer Pro Series Platelet Agitator models may
be used with Pro Series Platelet Incubator models.
• Ensure AC power and backup battery power are
turned OFF prior to connecting an agitator.

Configure and Attach Power Supply

1. Remove the cover plate by using the thumb to push and
hold the spring loaded locking key downward while
sliding the plate forward. Retain the cover plate in Power Cable Communication Cable
secure location for future use.
2. Select the desired plug and slide in place until it locks Attach Power and Communication cables
(a clicking sound will occur).Make sure the plug is
1. Attach the coiled DC power cable to the platelet agitator,
firmly attached.
and ensure the rotating lock at each end is finger tight.
3. Attach the power supply to the platelet agitator, and
2. Insert the communication cable in the data cable port.
ensure the rotating lock is finger tight prior to plugging
power supply into facility AC.

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2.3 Mounting Brackets

Mounting brackets are included and may be installed for use inside the incubator or in stand-alone configuration.

Install Mounting Brackets

1. Carefully place the agitator on its back on a solid surface allowing access to the bottom of the unit.
2. Locate the two nutserts in the right or left side toward the front of the unit and align with the two holes in the
mounting bracket.
3. Hand thread the screws through each hole, and secure using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the opposite side.
5. Return the agitator to the upright position.
6. Carefully place the agitator in the desired location aligning the hole in each bracket with the holes in the mounting surface.
(If mounting inside an incubator, remove screws in the floor of the incubator prior to installing the agitator).
7. Hand thread the screws through the bracket and into the mounting surface. Secure using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

2.4 Placement, Leveling and Setup

CAUTION
• To prevent damage, do not use the storage frame, trolley or trolley drawer to lift agitator.
• The communication switch is fragile, do not use excessive force when changing the setting.

NOTICE
• When lifting platelet agitator, lift using the ends of the base.
• If the base is not accessible, lift using the ends of the storage frame.

Stand Alone Installed in Incubator

1. Place platelet agitator on sturdy surface. 1. Using a small flathead screwdriver, turn the
2. Ensure platelet agitator is level. communication switch to the 1 position. Ensure the
arrow (shown in red for visibility in the picture above)
3. Using a small flathead screwdriver, turn the
is pointing to the 1.
communication switch to the X position. Ensure the
arrow (shown in red for visibility in the picture above) 2. Place platelet agitator inside platelet incubator.
is pointing to the X. 3. Ensure platelet agitator is level.

2.5 Storage Configuration

Drawers can be removed or moved to create additional storage space. Label holders are available and may be installed on drawers.

CAUTION
To avoid injury, ensure both left and right side drawer stop panels are fully installed prior to operating the agitator.
Thumb Screws
Remove and Replace Drawers
1. Remove the thumb screws securing the drawer stop panels to the left and right sides of
the agitator. (Note the orientation of each panel)
2. Carefully pull each panel from the agitator and set panels and thumb screws aside.
3. Slide the drawer(s) out and remove.
4. Reinstall drawer in desired location by aligning the outer edges of the drawer with the slots in
the drawer guides and push inward.
5. Reinstall the drawer stop panels in the same orientation as removed, and secure with thumb
screws ensuring they are finger tight.

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Install Label Holders (optional)
1. Insert the tabs on the label holder into the slots on the drawer.
2. Pivot the holder around the drawer handle and align the hole on the label holder with the corresponding hole on the drawer.
3. Push thumb screw through the hole in the label holder and through the hole in the drawer to secure.

2.6 Load the Agitator

Table 1
Capacity
Model
WBD/Random Bags SDP/Apheresis Bags
PF15-Pro 15 (2 per drawer; 3 per shelf) 7 (1 per drawer/shelf)
PF48-Pro 48 (6 per drawer/shelf) 16 (2 per drawer/shelf)
PF96-Pro 96 (12 per drawer/shelf) 32 (4 per drawer/shelf)

PF48-Pro agitator with platelet bags (shown in a Helmer PC900-Pro incubator).

CAUTION
When opening drawer, grasp handle (not label holder). Open one drawer at a time.

Open the drawer to be loaded and lay the platelet bags flat. The top of the storage frame may also be used for bag storage. Avoid
stacking bags. Maintain enough space around each bag for air circulation. For thicker bags, remove drawers. Place the bag tubing
under or around the bag.

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3 Operation
3.1 Initial Start Up

Stand Alone Installed in Incubator

Notes When installed in an Pro Series Incubator, motion information
is transmitted from the platelet agitator to the platelet incubator
• Use only rechargeable 9V NiMH batteries (1 included) through a data cable. Power is supplied to the agitator through a
for backup power to the motion alarm. dedicated DC power cord.
• Backup battery may need charging prior to use.
• Turning the alarm ON/OFF switch ON turns the 1. Switch the alarm ON/OFF switch ON.
motion alarm ON and further allows the backup
battery to recharge. When in the OFF position, the 2. Select alarm volume and alarm delay settings.
Alarm is not activated and the battery will not recharge. 3. Switch power ON/OFF switch ON.

1. Plug the power supply cord into a grounded outlet Notes

that meets the electrical requirements on the product • Refer to the platelet incubator operation manual for
specification label. more information regarding the installation of a platelet
2. Switch the alarm ON/OFF switch ON. agitator in a platelet incubator.
3. Select alarm volume and alarm delay settings. • Only Helmer Pro Series platelet agitator models may
4. Switch power ON/OFF switch ON. be used with Pro Series platelet incubator models.
• Ensure data cable is carefully positioned to the right
of the agitator to prevent damage caused by
agitation motion.
• Stand-alone power supply should not be used when
configuring a platelet agitator in a platelet incubator.
• Use only manufacturer supplied DC power cord when
configuring a platelet agitator in a platelet incubator.
• Ensure power switch and alarm switch are switched
OFF prior to connecting the agitator power cord to
the incubator.

3.2 Motion Alarm

Stand Alone Installed in Incubator
♦♦ Enable the motion alarm when using the platelet agitator. When installing the Pro Series platelet agitator in a Pro Series
♦♦ Disable the motion alarm when not using the platelet agitator. platelet incubator, the motion alarm on the agitator will be
Lack of motion triggers the alarm. suppressed when the agitator is in communication with the
incubator. With the agitator motion alarm enabled, the agitator
♦♦ Set the communication switch to “X” when in stand-alone
alarm will sound if motion stops and communication is lost.
configuration using a small flathead screwdriver.

Notes
• Helmer recommends the motion alarm ON/OFF switch
remain in the ON position.
• Motion information is transmitted through the data
cable to the platelet incubator, even when the motion
alarm is disabled.
• The platelet incubator interprets the motion
information and generates its own motion alarm,
based on its own alarm delay period.
• Once the agitator has been connected to the
incubator, communication will be interrupted, and the
incubator will alarm, if the power switch is turned OFF.

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3.3 Motion Alarm Controls

Motion alarm switch. Alarm volume and delay controls

When platelet agitator motion stops the motion alarm is activated. The alarm condition is communicated as follows:
♦♦ Red alarm LED on motion alarm switch flashes.
♦♦ Audible alarm buzzer sounds when in stand-alone mode, the motion alarm switch is turned on, adjustable alarm delay time has been
exceeded, and volume has been turned up.
♦♦ Through a dry (no voltage) connection to an external monitoring device (if connected).
♦♦ Through a 9 V connection to an external monitoring device (if connected).
♦♦ Through a data cable to the Pro Series Platelet incubator (if Pro Series platelet agitator is installed in a Pro Series platelet incubator).

Enable and Disable Motion Alarm

1. Switch the motion alarm ON/OFF switch ON.
2. Set volume to desired level.
3. Switch the motion alarm ON/OFF switch OFF.

NOTICE
If motion stops while the motion alarm is switched OFF, communication of the alarm (visual, audible, and signals to external
devices) is suppressed.

Alarm Delay
The duration of time between when agitation stops and when the alarm sounds is the alarm delay. The alarm delay is set using the
alarm delay control.

Notes
• The minimum alarm delay that can be set is approximately 10 seconds.
• Maximum alarm delay is approximately 10 minutes.
• The default motion alarm delay is set at the halfway point (approximately 4 to 5 minutes).

Set Alarm Delay

1. Using a small flat-head screwdriver, rotate the control to the left (counterclockwise) to shorten the motion alarm delay.
2. Using a small flat-head screwdriver, rotate the control to the right (clockwise) to extend the motion alarm delay.

Alarm Volume
The motion alarm volume has a variable setting.

Note
• Rotating the volume control fully counter-clockwise will silence the audible alarm. If the motion alarm switch is turned ON,
the LED will blink providing a visual alarm when the agitator is in an alarm condition.
• Alarm volume is applicable only when the agitator alarm switch is in the ON position and the platelet agitator is in
stand-alone mode, or when communication is lost when configured in a platelet incubator.

Set Alarm Volume

Rotate the motion alarm dial to the appropriate position for the desired volume level.

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3.4 Enable or Disable Motion

Agitation switch. Agitator Speed Control

Notes
• The agitator speed is factory set to 72 CPM (as displayed in green) and is applicable when used in stand-alone operation.
• For a setpoint of 72 CPM, rotate the arrow into the center of the green zone. This is an expanded 72 CPM setpoint area.
• For a platelet agitator in stand-alone configuration, switching the agitation ON/OFF switch ON will start the agitation motion.
• For a platelet agitator in stand-alone configuration or installed in a platelet incubator, switching the agitation ON/OFF switch
OFF will stop the agitation motion.
• For a platelet agitator installed in a platelet incubator, the communication switch must be switched to 1 or greater. If the
communication switch is set to X, the agitator will not start/stop based on the platelet incubator door position.

Stand Alone Installed in Incubator

Start / Stop Agitation The door switch on Helmer platelet incubators controls whether
the installed platelet agitator is turned on or off. When the
1. Select the desired speed from 40 to 80 CPM. incubator door is opened, agitation motion is paused. When the
2. Load items into the platelet agitator. incubator door is closed, agitation motion is resumed.
3. Switch the agitation ON/OFF switch ON to
begin movement. Start / Stop Agitation
4. Switch the motion alarm switch ON/OFF switch ON. 1. Open the platelet incubator door. Agitation
5. Switch the motion alarm switch ON/OFF switch OFF. motion stops.
6. Switch the agitation ON/OFF switch OFF to 2. Load items into the platelet agitator.
stop movement. 3. Close the platelet incubator door. Agitation
7. Remove items from the platelet agitator. motion resumes.
4. Open the platelet incubator door. The platelet agitator
motion stops.
5. Remove items from the platelet agitator.
6. Close the platelet incubator door.

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4 Specifications
4.1 Operating Standards
These units are designed to operate under the following environmental conditions:
♦♦ Indoor use only
♦♦ Altitude (maximum): 2000 m
♦♦ Ambient temperature range: 15 °C to 35 °C
♦♦ Relative humidity (maximum for ambient temperature): 80% for temperatures up to 31 °C, decreasing linearly to 45% at 35 °C
♦♦ Overvoltage category: I
♦♦ Pollution degree: 2
♦♦ Sound level is less than 60 dB(A).
♦♦ Mains supply voltage: ±10% of nominal voltage
♦♦ RF Emissions: Group 1 - Class A
♦♦ EMC Environment: Basic

Note
Power draw is measured in full-load Amperes during stand-alone operation and includes power supply.

Table 2. Electrical Specifications

PF15-Pro PF48-Pro PF96-Pro

Input Voltage and Stand-alone (power supply): 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Frequency Agitator Unit: 24VDC

Voltage Tolerance ±10% (AC input to power supply)

Power Draw < 16 Watts nominal
24VDC AC/DC power supply (stand-alone)
Power Source
24VDC umbilical cable (configured with incubator)
Agitation Speed
40-80 CPM
(cycles / minute)
Remote Alarm Capacity 1 A at 33 V (AC) RMS or 70 V (DC)

Table 3. Agitator Specifications

PF15-Pro PF48-Pro PF96-Pro
Height 13.5” (343 mm) 14.9” (379 mm) 14.9” (379 mm)
Width 16.0” (407 mm) 17.8” (453 mm) 32.8” (834 mm)
Depth 9.1” (232 mm) 14.9” (379 mm) 14.9” (379 mm)
Weight 33 lbs (15 kg) 50 lbs (23 kg) 80 lbs (37 kg)

CAUTION
• The interface on the remote alarm monitoring system is intended for connection to the end user’s central alarm
system(s) that uses normally-open or normally-closed dry contacts.
• If an external power supply exceeding 30 V (RMS) or 70 V (DC) is connected to the remote alarm monitoring system’s
circuit, the remote alarm will not function properly; may be damaged; or may result in injury to the user.

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5 Compliance
5.1 Safety Compliance

This device complies with the requirements of directive 93/42/EEC concerning Medical Devices, as amended
by 2007/47/EC.
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This product is certified to applicable UL and CSA standards by a NRTL.

This product is IECEE CB Scheme certified and complies with national differences for safety certification beyond
IEC 61010-1-12 3rd edition.

5.2 Environmental Compliance

This device complies with the 2011/65/EU Directive for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

This device falls under the scope of Directive 2102/19/EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) .

When disposing of this product in countries affected by this directive:
♦♦ Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
♦♦ Collect this product separately.
♦♦ Use the collection and return systems available locally.

For more information on the return, recovery, or recycling of this product, contact your local distributor.

5.3 Electromagnetic Compliance

Helmer Scientific Agitators meet the applicable requirements of IEC61326 and EN55011 and are intended for use in the
electromagnetic environment specified in 4.1 Operating Standards. The customer or the user of these devices should assure they
are used in such environment.

This device complies with FCC Radiated and Conducted Emissions Approval to CFR47, Part 15; Class A levels

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6 Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance tasks should be completed according to the following schedule. Refer to the service manual for more detail on the
various tasks.

Note
These are recommended minimum requirements. Regulations for your organization or physical conditions at your organization
may require maintenance items to be performed more frequently, or only by designated service personnel.

Table 4. Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Frequency
Task
Quarterly Annually As Needed
Test the motion alarm. ü
Check the 9V NiMH backup battery for the motion alarm system after an ü
extended power failure and change it if necessary, or change the battery if it has
been in service for one year.
Check moving parts for wear. Clean moving parts. ü
Replace moving parts if worn. ü
Clean the exterior of the platelet agitator. ü

Notes
• During a power failure (when the motion alarm is enabled), the backup battery provides power to the motion alarm. If the
backup battery is not functioning, the motion alarm will not be activated.
• If the backup battery does not provide power to the alarm system during the motion alarm test, replace the battery.
• If battery has been in service for one year, replace battery.
• Use only manufacturer specified rechargeable battery for replacement (9V NiMH battery with a capacity of >175 mAh).

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Appendix A: Parts

A
B

D F
E
Front features (multiple models shown).

H

Rear features (multiple models shown).

Label Description Label Description

A Shelf F Motion alarm switch
B Drawer guides/trolley G Power cord (installed in incubator)
C Drawer H Power cord (stand alone)
D Power switch I Power connector with rotating lock nut
E Base

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Right Side

B C D E F
A

Right side features (multiple models shown).

Label Description Label Description

A Drawer stop panel E Agitator communication setting
B Agitator speed control (stand-alone configuration only) F Data cable port
C Alarm volume control G Communication cable (for use with Pro Series Incubator)
D Alarm delay control

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