Vortex Mixer BVMX-103

1. Preface

The "Vortex Mixer (Adjustable and Fixed Speed Models) User Manual". Users should read this manual carefully, follow the instructions and procedures, and beware of all the cautions

2. Service

When help needed, you can always contact the service department of manufacturer for technical support in the following way :

Please provide the customer care representative with the following information:

Serial Number (on the bottom panel)

Certification

Description of problem

Methods and procedures adopted once to resolve the problems

Your contact information

3. Warranty

This instrument is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of 12 months from the date of invoice. The warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. It shall not apply to any product or parts which have been damaged on account of improper installation, improper connections, misuse, accident or abnormal conditions of operation.

For claims under the warranty please contact your local dealer. You may also send the instrument directly to our works, enclosing the invoice copy and by giving reasons for the claim.

4. Safety Instructions

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Wear the personal safety items to avoid the risk from

Splashing of liquids.

Mechanical vibration may lead to glass breakage.

Trapping parts of the body, hair or pieces of clothing in the moving parts.

During manual manipulation:

Keep medium vessels vertical as much as possible.

Mix the medium in the minimum pressure required.

Use attachment supplied when mixing a mass of different medium.

Set up the instrument in a spacious area on a stable, clean, non-slip, dry and fireproof surface. Do not operate the instrument in explosive atmospheres, with hazardous

Put the speed control knob to the lowest position. Gradually increase the speed.

(adjustable speed model), reduce the speed if:

The medium splashes out of the vessel because of too high speed.

The instrument is not running smoothly or moves on the stage.

Safe operation is only guaranteed with the accessories described in the "Accessories" chapter.

Accessories must be securely attached to the instrument and can not come off by themselves.

Check the instrument and accessories before each use. Do not use damaged components.

Place a vessel at the center of the mixing head and spread out others uniformly.

A sharp edged vessel can wear-out the mixing head.

Always disconnect the plug before fitting accessories.

The instrument may heat up when in use.

The operating voltage required on the label and voltage supply network must match.

Protect the instrument and accessories from bumps and impacts.

The instrument may only be opened by qualified and trained technician.

5. Proper use

The instrument is designed for mixing liquids in schools, laboratories or factories. This device is not suitable for use in residential areas or other areas that may cause danger to the user or instrument.

6. Inspection

6.1. Receiving Inspection

Unpack the equipment carefully and check for any damages which may have arisen during transport. Please contact the manufacturer/supplier for technical support.

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6.2 Listing of Items

The package includes the following items :

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Please retain all packing materials. Additional shipping charges will be assessed if packing is unavailable for the system warranty service.

7. Trial run

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If these operations above are normal, the instrument is ready to operate following the "operation" chapter. If these operations are not normal, the instrument may be damaged. Please contact manufacturer/supplier for technical support.

8. Operation

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8.1 Continuous operating

ON

OFF

Place speed control knob at the lowest position. Put the instrument on a stable and safe place and plug in the main power.

Push the two-direction switch left to ON and power LED is lit.

Turn the speed control knob to set speed (Adjustable speed model).

Push the two-direction switch right gently to turn OFF.

8.2 Touch operating

Touch

OFF

Place the speed control knob at the lowest position. Put the instrument on a stable and safe place and plug in the main power.

Push the two-direction switch right to the touch mode.

Turn the speed control knob to set speed (Adjustable speed model).

If a test tube is pressed into the mixing head vertically, the instrument will begin to work and the power LED will be lit.

Push the two-direction switch left gently to OFF.

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9. Maintenance and Cleaning

Proper maintenance can keep instrument working and extend its life time.

Do not spray the cleanser into the instrument when cleaning.

Unplug the power line when cleaning.

Only use cleanser as shown below:

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For materials which are not listed, please request information from manufacturer/supplier.

Before using other method for cleaning or decontamination, the user must ascertain with the manufacturer/supplier whether this method will not harm the instrument.

Wear the proper protective gloves during cleaning of the instrument.

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10. Associated standards and regulations

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11. Technical data

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Changing attachment

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12. Applications

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