Product Description Opentrons Heater Vibrator Modules provide on-deck heating and orbital vibration. The module can be heated to 95°C and shaken at sampling speeds from 200 to 3000 rpm. The heater shaker is compatible with Opentrons Flex and Opentrons OT-2 liquid handling robots.

After-sales service and contact Opentrons If you have any questions, abnormalities, or special needs about the use of the system, please contact: [email protected]. Also visit www.opentrons.com.

Flexible Caddy When used with the Flex robot, the Heater-Shaker fits into a caddy, occupying the space below deck. Caddies place your labware closer to the deck surface and allow for wiring below the deck. See the Modules chapter in the Flex User Manual for more information.

The OT-2 does not use a caddy. The modules clamp directly to the deck. Module boxes are available for purchase at shop.opentrons.com.

before you start

Review this section for important information about heater shaker deck placement, alignment and anchoring adjustments before installation of the module.

Deck placement and cable alignment

The plate slot locations supported by the Heater-Shaker depend on the robot you are using.

For proper alignment of the heater shaker relative to the robot, make sure the module's power and USB ports are facing outward, away from the module's center deck. This helps make cable routing and access easier.

When installing the shaker, do not install it with the port facing inwards, towards the middle of the deck. This alignment makes cable routing and access difficult.

Anchor Adjustment

The anchor point is the screw-adjustable panel on the bottom of the HeaterShaker. They provide a way to secure the module to its caddy or deck slot and prevent it from vibrating loose. Use a T10 Torx screwdriver for anchor adjustment. ? To loosen/retract the anchor, turn the screw counterclockwise. ? To tighten/extend the anchor, turn the screw clockwise.

Before installing: ? Check the anchor bolts to make sure they are flush with the base of the heater shaker. ? If the anchors get in the way of mounting the module, adjust them until there is enough clearance to mount the module, then tighten them to secure it in place.

Flex Connection Steps To connect the Heater-Shaker to Flex:

1. Select the supported slot you want to use for this module. Use a 2.5mm screwdriver to remove the deck channel plate.
2. Align the Heater-Shaker with the power source and plug the button on the module in the box into the on/off switch on the caddy.
3. Secure the module in the tray using a T10 Torx screwdriver to secure the module in the tray. Turn the anchor screw clockwise and extend the anchor. This means the module is safe when the module does not move when gently pulled and shake it from side to side.
4. Connect the power cord and USB cable to the module.
5. Insert the tray into the deck slot and route the power and USB cables through the Flex's removable side cover. Do not connect the power cord to the wall outlet yet.
6. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the Flex.
7. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet. Gently press the on/off switch to turn the module on.
8. If the module is connected successfully, the Pipettes and Modules section will appear on the Robot Device Details page in the Opentrons application. From there, you can control the module's labware latches or run test shakes.

OT-2 connection steps

To connect the heater shaker to the OT-2:

1. Select the support slot you want to use for the module and gently press it into place.
2. Place the module flat on the deck using a T10 Torx screwdriver and turn the anchor screws clockwise and extend the anchor points. The module is safe while gently pulling it and rocking it from side to side.
3. Connect the USB cable to the module, then connect the other USB cable and connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the OT-2. Use the cable holder on the side of the robot to prevent the USB cable from coming into contact with the robot.
4. Connect the power cord to the module and then to the wall outlet. Simply press the switch to turn the module on.
5. If the module is connected successfully, the Pipettes and Modules section will appear on the Robot Device Details page in the Opentrons application. From there, you can control the module's labware latches or run test shakes.

Original link: Heating Shaker Module GEN1 Quick Start Guide