ProBlot Hybridization Systems Models 6, 12, 12S and 24 Instruction Manual PO Box 841 Woodbridge, NJ 07095 USA Phone: 732-417-0700 Fax: 732-417-1750 www.labnetlink.
CONTENTS OF THIS USERS MANUAL Graphic Symbols Safety Precautions Introduction Specifications Unpacking Installation page page page page page page 1 1 2 2 2 3 Stacking Problot Ovens Controls & Calibration page 3 page 3 Operating Features Shaker (Problot 12S only) Rocking Platform / Installation Care and Maintenance Decontamination Troubleshooting Guide page page page page page page 4 5 5 6 6 6 Technical Support / Service Accessories page 7 page 7 GRAPHIC SYMBOLS Your Labnet Problot hybridization in
INTRODUCTION This manual covers the specifications, operation and use of the Labnet series of Problot Hybridization Ovens including Problot 6, Problot 12, Problot 12S and Problot 24. Please pay special attention to the Safety Precautions section in this manual. Problot Hybridization Ovens from Labnet International provide extremely stable temperature environments and smooth variable speed rotation that are ideal for blot hybridization and blot washing activities.
for correcting shipping damages. Save all packaging until the unit has been shown to operate properly to your satisfaction. Carefully remove the unit from the carton and shipping pallet.
-Temperature Controller and Temperature Set – The controller has a 3-digit display for displaying chamber temperature or set point information. UP and Down arrow pads are used to change the set point and controller mode of operation. To enter the set point mode of operation on the controller, press either the UP or DOWN arrow pad one time. The display will start to blink, going from bright to dim. While blinking, the display is showing the set point. To change the set point, use the UP and DOWN arrow pads.
-Setting Rotisserie Offset Angle- The rotisserie can be adjusted to hold bottles either horizontally or at a slight angle for more vigorous wetting action. To adjust the angle, first loosen the screws on one hub then rotate the hub to create an angle offset between the two hubs, then retighten the screws. Additional angle can be obtained by loosening the screws and rotating the second hub in the opposite direction from the first hub.
To operate the rocking platform, turn the rotisserie power switch to the ON position and adjust the speed using the rotisserie speed knob. CARE & MAINTENANCE No routine maintenance is requires for the electrical or mechanical components of the unit. The incubator exterior, interior, rotisserie and shaking or rocking platform (if present) should be wiped down periodically with a soft damp cloth with mild soap. Do not use chlorine-based bleach or abrasives.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (continued) PROBLEM Temperature is too low POSSIBLE SOLUTION If door has opened, unit may not have recovered yet. Confirm temperature set point. Unit will not heat above temperature that is below set point Confirm set point. Check temperature of chamber with a thermometer and recalibrate if needed. Temperature display and reference thermometer do not match Be sure that unit has been allowed to stabilize for 1 hour.
