Raturn Controller Manual
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1. BAS NEZ March 2009 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Movement Responsive Caging System Bioanalytical Systems Inc 2701 Kent Avenue West Lafayette Indiana 47906 www BASInc com BASi products are trademarks of Bioanalytical Systems Inc MANUFACTURER S NOTE This instrument either wholly or in part is manufactured for research purposes only This instrument should be operated only by trained laboratory personnel Use for medical diagnosis is not intended implied or recommended by the manufacturer Use and maintenance of this instrument and accountability for the same rests entirely with the user Bioanalytical Systems Inc 2701 Kent Avenue West Lafayette IN 47906 765 463 4527 www BASInc com on the web BASI on the NASDAQ Safety Precautions The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation service and repair of this instrument Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific WARNINGS CAUTIONS or NOTES elsewhere in this manual may impair the protection provided by the eguipment Such noncompliance would also violate safety standards of design manufacture and intended use of the instrument Bioanalytical Systems Inc assumes no liability for the customers failure to comply with these reguirements e For indoor use only e Ground the Instrument To avoid electric shock the instrument must be grounded with the supplied power cable s grounding prong2. C Raturn monitor port for animal activity cable use only with Culex or Empis D Outputs for animal activity monitoring E Plug port for power cable F Power switch General e For indoor use only e Place on a stable level surface e Do not place the instruments in direct sunlight Environmental Reguirements The Raturn is designed to operate under the following environmental conditions e Temperature 10 C to 35 C e Humidity 15 to 50 relative humidity e Pressure 75 KPA 106 KPA e Altitude lt 2 000 meters e Pollution Degree 2 CAUTION The Raturn must be protected from temperature extremes that could cause condensation within the instrument Section 2 Installation Power Source Reguirements The Raturn reguires a power source that meets the following specifications Voltage 100 240 VAC auto select Freguency 50 60 Hz Power Consumption VA max Connections The power cable uses a three wire system in accordance with international safety standards When connected to an appropriate ac power outlet this cable grounds the instrument frame WARNING To protect against electrical shock the power cable grounding prong MUST NOT BE removed WARNING Failure to comply with these reguirements may result in injury to both the user and the eguipment Section 2 Installation Installation Procedures The Raturn system should always be placed on a stable level surface to ensure proper functioning To insta
3. ON CAUTION When working with an animal connected to the tether always turn the Raturn controller to OFF or STANDBY When finished se curely close the cage door and then turn on the Raturn Section 2 Installation 16 17 18 19 To check proper functioning of the Raturn make sure the black flag on the tether arm is pointing forward and not contacting the sensor Turn the power switch on the back of the Raturn controller to ON Turn the front panel switch of the Raturn controller to ON light will be green Manually rotate the tether arm so that the flag contacts the sensor The motor should activate and the turntable should rotate in the opposite direction from the tether arm Rotate the tether arm in the opposite direction so it contacts the other side of the sen sor The turntable should once again rotate in the opposite direction NOTE If the turntable fails to rotate properly please see the Troubleshooting section of this manual Section 3 Using the Raturn Section 3 Using the Raturn To use the Raturn system install an animal in the system and turn the Raturn on Collaring an Awake 1 Animal 2 Form a loop with the collar and tighten it a few notches CAUTION Make sure that the collar is looped so that the collar lock is facing toward the outside of the collar Slide the collar over the animals head Tighten the collar by sliding a pinky finger un derneath the collar and tightening
4. an awake freely moving animal The Raturn System consists of a turntable and drive mechanism connected to a control box The animal is tethered to a balance arm with a flag marker As the animal moves left or right the flag enters a sensor which causes the cage to rotate in the opposite direction of the movement keeping lines from tangling e Patented swivel free technology for freely moving animals e Fast and easy installation e Tethers and caging available for multiple species e Easy clean up between experiments e The Raturn system is shipped in a single box e Raturn Controller e Base plate e Raturn Platter e Raturn Motor e Upright arm with socket screws Balance arm and tether e Power Cord e Spare O rings e Replacement animal collars e Instruction Manual Section 2 Installation Section 2 Installation Identification of Parts Raturn System A Balance arm and tether B Upright arm with screws C Raturn motor D Raturn platter E Base plate F Raturn controller Raturn Controller Rotation Control OrSAMLED BASi Raturn DISABLE A Front A Red indicator lights for Raturn disable B Red and green indicator lights for Raturn on or off C Control switch for Raturn turntable activation Section 2 Installation Environment A B c D E F PENER OE E ae Back A Optical sensor plug port for balance arm cable B Turntable plug port for the Raturn motor
5. to see that the balance arm piv ots freely up and down Turn the black locking tab until it faces down Slide the locking tab forward until it contacts the vertical support This will lock the balance arm in place CAUTION Before using the Raturn with a freely moving animal always unlock the balance arm by sliding the locking tab back to allow the arm to move freely JI Slide the drive motor over the shoulder screws located in the corner of the base plate 10 11 12 13 14 15 u While pushing back on the drive motor assembly set the Raturn platter into place so that the lip of the platter bearing rests on the base plate You should hear or feel the platter slot into place Release the motor and check to make sure that the O ring is sitting against the side of the platter CAUTION Failure to ensure proper placement of the Raturn platter against the drive motor can result in improper turning of the platter Place the Raturn controller on a stable level surface near the base plate Make sure that both the controller switch on the front panel and the power switch on the back panel of the Raturn controller are set to OFF Plug the drive motor into the back of the Raturn controller Plug the sensor cable from the balance arm into the back of the Raturn controller Plug the power cable into the back of the Raturn controller Plug the Raturn controller into a properly grounded outlet and turn the power switch on the back panel to
6. e DO NOT exceed the operating input power voltage current level and signal type appropriate for the instrument Refer to the Installation Section for further information e Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage the highly sensitive microcircuits in your instrument ESD damage is most likely to occur as the 1 0 connectors are being connected or disconnected Protect them from ESD damage by wearing a grounding strap that provides a high resistance path to ground Alternatively ground yourself to discharge any static charge built up by touching the outer shell of any grounded instrument chassis before the 1 0 connectors are connected or disconnected e DO NOT place the instrument in fluid or expose the internal elements and or back panel to fluid e DO NOT Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere Do not operate the instrument in the presence of inflammable gasses or fumes Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment clearly constitutes a safety hazard e Keep Away from Live Circuits Operators must not remove instrument covers Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel Do not replace components with the power cable connected Under certain conditions dangerous voltage levels may exist even with the power cable removed To avoid injuries always disconnect the power and discharge circuits before touching them e DO NOT Service or Adjust Alone Do not attempt internal service or adjus
7. eel the old ring off of the wheel on the motor The new ring may then be slipped into place NOTE O rings may need to be replaced more or less frequently depending on laboratory conditions and instrument use Regular checking and maintenance will prevent problems A 1845 Metal flag for wire tether MD 1455R Tether line with mounting bracket wire flags and collar lock MD 1550 Counter balanced sensor arm MW 1502 Raturn sensor assembly with tether MW 1503 Raturn turntable assembly base plate and turntable MF 2050 Ozone resistant O rings MD 1460R Mouse tether line with mounting bracket wire flags and collar lock CX 1214 Mouse tether for use with dual species cage MF 5371 Replacement rat collars MD 1365 Replacement mouse collars 10 Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide 1 Problem The motor runs but the turntable is not turning or turning slowly 1 Check the position of the turntable Make sure that it is seated properly and the wheel of the motor is fully contacting the side of the turntable 2 Check the condition of the O ring If it is cracked or worn down replace it Problem The turntable does not turn at all when the flag contacts the sensor 1 Check to make sure that the Raturn controller is on green light 2 Check that the cable from the balance arm to the controller is fully plugged in and that none of the pins are bent 3 If both of these things are o
8. ings gaskets glass items membranes and filters are excluded from warranty Failure by the customer to perform normal and reasonable maintenance on instru ments will void warranty claims l the original invoice for the instrument is issued to a company which is not the com pany of the end user and not an authorized BASi distributor then all requests for war ranty must be processed through the company which sold the product to the end user and not through BASi or its distributors
9. kay please call BASI service Problem the turntable only turns in one direction 1 Make sure the cable from the balance arm to the controller is fully plugged in and that none of the pins are bent 2 li the cable is properly secured please call BASI service Problem The balance arm does not have full range of movement 1 Check for obstructions around the back of the arm such as wires cables etc 2 Make sure the lock on the balance arm is disengaged 3 Check that the balance arm is properly secured into the mount with the hex screw and pivots on the screw Section 6 Contact BASi Contact Information Shipping Damage Limited Warranty Section 6 Contact BASi For guestions about basic operations of this instrument or in case of eguipment failure please contact BASi and ask for Culex product support For instruments that are out of warranty and not covered under a service plan a cost estimate for repair will be provided Bioanalytical Systems Inc BASI 2701 Kent Ave West Lafayette IN 47906 TEL 800 845 4246 FAX 765 497 1102 EMAIL invivo bioanalytical com Orders are normally shipped prepaid via a ground service and charges include an insurance fee to cover loss or damage in transit If you do not wish to pay for shipping insurance your order must also include a waiver saying that you take full responsibility for any damage or loss incurred on the item once it leaves our dock Claims on insured i
10. ll the Raturn follow the instructions below 1 Attach the black balance arm vertical support to the base plate using two socket head screws Orient the notch on the vertical support to the top and facing to the inside 2 Remove the two nuts holding the screws on the underside of the balance arm 3 Use a hex key to remove the hex screw on the pivot point of the balance arm This will allow you to remove the rearing sensor assembly and expose the screw under neath WARNING The balance arm will disengage from the mount Be careful not to drop the arm 4 Install the balance arm mount on the support using the two screws on the arm 5 Replace the balance arm and rearing assembly and secure them with the hex screw Support the balance arm so that it stays in place during this procedure WARNING Make sure the balance arm is properly secured with the hex screw before letting go CAUTION The rearing tab on the balance arm must lie in the notch on the rearing Section 2 Installation sensor assembly If it is not correctly placed the rearing sensor will not be able to de tect rearing CAUTION The area around the balance arm should always be kept free of cables or wires Never run anything behind under or around the arm where it could catch and interfere with the motion of the balance arm Slide the metal counterweight all the way to the back of the arm Slide the black lock ing tab back until it contacts the counterweight Check
11. over your finger The collar is tight enough when it is snug against your finger Clip the excess length of collar with a pair of small wire clippers or scissors Leave only a few links so that you have a place to grip if it becomes necessary to tighten the collar later The animal is now ready to be hooked to the Raturn Section 3 Using the Raturn Hooking an Animal to the Raturn Running the Raturn 1 2 For mice slide the single hook around the collar at the back of the neck For rats Slide the hook around the collar at the back of the neck A central tooth in the metal hook should slide into one of the openings of the collar to properly secure it CAU TION The tether should never be hooked to the part of the collar that extends be yond the collar lock This can cause the collar to tighten over time and the animal to strangle Always hook the tether to a central point in the collar NOTE It is helpful to orient the collar so that the collar lock rests behind the head This will prevent the an imal from catching a paw in the lock while grooming 3 Release the tether to retract the hook and secure the animal Once an animal is properly secured set the tab on the front of the Raturn contoller to the on position When the controller is on the green indicator light will be lit and the Raturn platter will rotate in response to the animals movement CAUTION Always leave the Raturn on when an animal is collared and unsu
12. pervised Failure to power on the Raturn controller can cause an animal to strangle BASI Raturn Rotation Control DISABLED o rel AUN OSAMED 6 OFF G sabie There are two off settings for the Raturn controller off and disable Both settings will turn the Raturn platter off When set to off the red indicator light will be lit When set to disable the two red indicator lights on the left and right of the controller will flash This is designed as a reminder to the user to turn the Raturn controller back on before leaving a tethered animal in the system Section 4 Maintenance Cleaning and Care Replacement Parts Accessory Part Numbers Section 4 Maintenance Proper care and cleaning are essential to the longevity and well being of the Raturn Keeping the Raturn clean will circumvent most problems that the user may experience After each use Disassemble the turntable and motor The turntable may be washed in a standard laboratory washer or by hand The motor Raturn controller base plate and tether should be wiped down with a standard laboratory disinfectant WARNING Do not submerge the Raturn motor controller or balance arm Do not allow liquid to enter the back panel of the Raturn controller This can pose an electrocution hazard Maintenance Every three months check the O ring on the motor If the O ring is cracked dry or worn replace it To replace the O ring simply use your fingers to p
13. tems must be made within 30 days of the ship date 1 For items shipped with insurance please contact BASI order entry 800 845 4246 or 765 463 4527 for assistance 2 Have the model and serial number of the damaged instrument available 3 Save the box and all packaging materials that accompanied the item for return ship ment to BASi 4 You will be given a Return Authorization Number RA This number must be placed on all labels and documents accompanying the returned product BASi warrants equipment manufactured by the company to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment except as provided hereinafter This assumes normal usage under commonly accepted operating parameters and excludes consumable products BASi agrees either to repair or replace at its sole option and free of part charges to the buyer any parts of such instrumentation which under proper and normal conditions of use prove to be defective within 90 days from the date of shipment This warranty and remedy are given expressly and in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose and constitutes the only warranty made by BASI BASI neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other liability in connection with the sale installation service or use of its instrumentation BASi shall have 12 Section 6 Contact BASI 13 no liabili
14. tment unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is present e DO NOT Substitute Parts or Modify the Instrument To avoid the danger of introducing additional hazards do not install substitute parts or perform unauthorized modifications to the instrument Return the instrument to the Bioanalytical Systems Inc Service Department for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained in operational condition If you notice any unusual conditions as listed below immediately terminate operation and disconnect the power cable Contact the Bioanalytical Systems Inc Service Department for repair of the instrument If you continue to operate without repairing the instrument there is a potential for hazard or damage to both the equipment and the operator e Instrument operates abnormally e Instrument emits abnormal noise smell smoke or a spark like light during operation e Instrument generates high temperature or electrical shock during operation e Power cable plug or receptacle on instrument is damaged e Foreign substance or liquid has penetrated the outer cover or cold well of the instrument e LCD displays an ERROR message Throughout the course of this manual the following will be used to designate important information WARNING This signifies an extreme hazard Not following the instructions may result in serious injury or death CAUTION Following information relates
15. to a hazard If instructions are not followed properly it can result in irrevocable damage to the instrument NOTE This implies that the following instructions are essential for the user to understand in order to operate the equipment effectively Symbols gt Caution Risk of Danger User s Manual must be consulted in all cases where this symbol is marked Alternating current Fuse On Supply Off Supply Complies with European Union Directives AO e The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction aa a 1 Product Description 0000 1 Features o ooo 1 Components 1 Section 2 Installation 2 Identification of Parts gt 2 Environment 3 Installation Procedures gt 000 5 Section 3 Using the Raturn gt oaaae 8 Collaring an Awake Animal 5 2 0 0 8 Hooking an Animal to the Raturn 0000 9 Running the Raturn o 9 Section 4 Maintenance a 10 Cleaning and Care 10 Replacement Parts 10 Accessory Part Numbers 10 Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide 222 ee 11 Section 6 Contact BAS 12 Contact Information 0 12 Shipping Damage 0000 12 Limited Warranty 12 Section 1 Introduction Section 1 Introduction Product Description Features Components The BASi Raturn uses a patented technology to maintain the integrity and patency of multiple sampling lines in
16. ty whatsoever for special conseguential or punitive damages of any kind from any cause arising out of the sale installation service or use of its instrumentation All products manufactured by BASI are tested and inspected prior to shipment Upon prompt notification by the Buyer BASI will correct any defect in warranted equipment of its manufacture either at its option by return of the item to the factory or shipment of a repaired or replacement part BASi will not be obliged however to replace or repair any piece of equipment which has been abused improperly installed altered damaged or repaired by others Defects in equipment do not include decomposition wear or damage by chemical action or corrosion or damage incurred during shipment Limited Obligations Covered by this Warranty 1 In the case of instruments not of BASi manufacture the original manufacturer s war ranty applies Shipping charges under warranty are covered only in one direction The buyer is re sponsible for shipping charges to the factory if return of the part is required This warranty does not cover damage to valves lamps seals or columns due to im proper installation by the buyer Thin layer amperometric cells and working electrodes are limited to 60 days Warranty for valves is limited to 30 days Expendable items including but not limited to microdialysis probes reference elec trodes chemical standards prepared solutions lights fuses O r
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