Maxi Mix® II

Vortex Mixer
Operation Manual and Parts List

MODEL NUMBERS
M37615
M37614
M37610-33
M37610-33CN

LT1254X1 • 9/19/08
Table of Contents

General Specifications ........................................................................................................................................3

Declaration of Conformity ..............................................................................................................................3
Environmental Conditions ..............................................................................................................................3
Safety Information ..............................................................................................................................................4
Important Information ......................................................................................................................................4
Warnings ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................5
Intended Use ..................................................................................................................................................5
Principles of Operation ..................................................................................................................................5
Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................6
Unpackaging ....................................................................................................................................................6
Site Selection: ..................................................................................................................................................6
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................6
Operation ............................................................................................................................................................7
Power Switch: ..................................................................................................................................................7
Speed Control: ................................................................................................................................................7
Maintenance and Servicing ................................................................................................................................8
To Replace the Power Switch: ........................................................................................................................8
To Replace Rheostat (Speed Control): ............................................................................................................8
To Replace Microswitch: ..................................................................................................................................9
To Replace Motor:..........................................................................................................................................10
To Replace Damper Springs: ........................................................................................................................11
To Replace Mixing Surface Disc: ..................................................................................................................12
To Install Single Cup Mixing Head: ..............................................................................................................12
Problem Solving Guide ....................................................................................................................................13
Replacement Parts List ....................................................................................................................................14
Ordering Procedures ........................................................................................................................................14
Exploded View ..................................................................................................................................................15
One Year Limited Warranty ..............................................................................................................................16

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General Specifications

Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare under our sole responsibility that this product con-
forms with the technical requirements of the following standards (230
volt models only):

EMC: EN 61000-3-2 Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions

EN 61000-3-3 Limits for Voltage Fluctuations and
Flicker
EN 61326-1 Electrical Equipment for Measurement
Control, and Laboratory Use; Part I:
General Requirements

Safety: EN 61010-1 Safety Requirements for Electrical

Equipment for Measurement, Control
and Laboratory Use; Part I:
General Requirements

EN 61010-2-051Part II: Particular Requirements for

Laboratory Equipment for Mixing and
Stirring.
per the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended
by 93/68/EEC.

The authorized representative located within the European Community

is:
Thermo Fisher Scientific
419 Sutton Road
Southend On Sea
Essex SS2 5PH
United Kingdom

Copies of the Declaration of Conformity are available upon request.

Environmental Conditions
Operating: 17°C - 27°C; 20% - 80% relative humidity,
non-condensing. Installation Category II
(overvoltage) in accordance with IEC 664.
Pollution Degree 2 in accordance with IEC 664.
Altitude limit: 2,000 meters.
Storage: -25°C - 65°C; 20% to 80% relative humidity.

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Safety Information

Alert Signals Important Information

Your Thermo Scientific Maxi Mix II Vortex Mixer has been
Warning designed with function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is
Warnings alert you to a possibility of per- your responsibility to install it in conformance with local elec-
sonal injury. trical codes.
This manual contains important operating and safety infor-
mation. You must carefully read and understand the contents
of this manual prior to the use of this equipment. For safe
Caution operation, please pay attention to the alert signals through-
Cautions alert you to a possibility of out the manual.
damage to the equipment.

Warnings
To avoid electrical shock, always:
Note 1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of cor-
Notes alert you to pertinent facts and rect voltage and current handling capacity.
conditions.
2. Disconnect from power supply before servicing.

To avoid personal injury:

1. Do not use in the presence of flammable or com-
bustible materials; fire or explosion may result.
This device contains components which may
ignite such materials.

2. Do not turn on mixer unless the speed control is

turned to minimum; failure to do so may cause
accessories and vessels to be thrown off the
mixer.

3. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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 Introduction

Intended Use
The Type M37600 vortex mixers are general laboratory
vortex mixers. They are intended for applications where
vortexing of single or multiple tubes is required. Vessels
with closure tops up to a maximum of 125 ml can also be
vortexed.

The unit consists of 1) a mixing surface disc, 2) a three-

position power switch and, 3) an adjustable speed control
(See Figure 1).

Principles of Operation
The mixer incorporates a permanently lubricated motor to
drive the mixing platform. A three-position power switch
enables the mixer to be operated continuously or by
depression of the silicone rubber top. The speed of the
mixer is regulated by an adjustable rheostat. Also, suction
cup feet are incorporated to prevent unit movement.

Mixing surface disc

Three-position power switch

Adjustable speed control

Figure 1: Maxi-Mix II
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Installation

Unpackaging
Unpack Maxi-Mix II from box. An interchangeable rubber
Warning cup for mixing test tubes and a replacement mixing surface
Use a properly grounded electrical disc are included in the box.
outlet of correct voltage and current
handling capacity.

Do not use in the presence of flam- Site Selection

mable or combustible materials; fire Place mixer on a sturdy flat surface.
or explosion may result. This device
contains components which may

Specifications
ignite such materials.

The electrical specifications are located on the specifica-

tion plate on the back of the unit. Consult customer service
if your electrical service is different than those listed on the
specification plate.

Note
Some misalignment of the motor
bearings in this product may have
occurred during shipping and han-
dling. Prior to first use, the mixer
should be run at maximum speed for
10 minutes to realign the motor
bearings.

Weight Dimensions Electrical

(lbs.) (Inches)

Model No. Net Ship H L Top Diameter Volts Amps Hz

M37615 6 7 6” 7” 3.5” 120 .45 50/60
M37610-33 6 7 6” 7” 3.5” 230 .20 50
M37610-33CN 6 7 6” 7” 3.5” 230 .20 50
M37614 6 7 6” 7” 3.5” 100 .56 50/60
Specifications

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 Operation

Power Switch:
Warning The power switch is a combination ON/OFF and mode
Do not turn the mixer on unless the switch to enable TOUCH operation. Move the power switch
speed control is turned to minimum; to either the “FULL” position or the “TOUCH” position. In
failure to do so may cause acces- the “FULL” position, the mixing head will begin oscillating
sories and vessels to be thrown off automatically. In the “TOUCH” position, the mixing head
the mixer. will oscillate when it is depressed.

Speed Control:
Note The speed control is a nonlinear type control. The oscillat-
There is no absolute limit on the ing speed will increase at a non-uniform rate as the control
maximum size of vessel which can is turned clockwise.
be used; much depends on tech-
nique, the shape of the vessel, the To operate Maxi-Mix, move power switch to either the
viscosity of the contents, and the “FULL” position or the “TOUCH” position. Turn speed con-
amount of liquid. (Vessels require trol to the desired setting. Touching the vessel to the disc
closure tops to prevent contents will initiate the vortex action. Mixing action will intensify as
from being spilled out during mix- greater pressure is exerted against the mixing surface. To
ing). As a general rule, do not vortex stop the mixing action, remove vessel from disc or move
vessels larger than 250 ml and vol- the power switch to the “OFF” position. (See Maintenance
umes greater than 125 ml. and Servicing for installation of the single cup mixing head
and the mixing surface disc).

Note
Unit may need some loading to slow
the motor when going from fast to
slow.

Note
If the equipment is used in a manner
not specified by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the equip-
ment may be impared.

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Maintenance and Servicing

To Replace the Power Switch:

Warning a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.
Disconnect from power supply before
servicing. b) Peel off the mixing surface disc. Hold the mixing
platform to keep from turning and remove the
Refer servicing to qualified personnel. platform from the counterweight assembly.

c) Turn mixer upside down and remove the four

screws securing plastic housing. Turn mixer
upright and remove housing.

d) Desolder four wires from switch. Identify or

mark wires disconnected to insure proper
placement and connection when reinstalling.

e) Remove defective switch.

f) Install new switch with the number “3” terminal

on top. Resolder the wires as identified or
marked in Step (d).

g) Reinstall plastic housing and secure with four

screws.

h) While holding the mixing platform to keep it from

turning, secure the platform to the counter-
weight assembly. If the mixing surface is in
good condition, reapply it to the mixing platform.

i) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Replace Rheostat (Speed

Control):
a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off the mixing surface disc. Hold the mixing

platform to keep from turning and remove the
platform from the counterweight assembly.

c) Turn mixer upside down and remove the four

screws securing plastic housing. Also, remove
two screws securing dial plate.

d) Turn mixer upright and remove the housing.

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e) Desolder the two wires from rheostat. Identify or mark

wires disconnected to insure proper placement and
connection when reinstalling.

f) Loosen set screw on knob and remove knob. Remove

lock nut from rheostat and remove defective rheostat.

g) Insert new rheostat into dial plate and secure with lock
nut. Resolder the wires as identified or marked in Step
(e).

h) Turn rheostat shaft fully counterclockwise and slide

knob over shaft. Align the pointer on knob with the edge
of the graduated band. Secure knob with set screw.

i) Secure dial plate to base.

j) Reinstall plastic housing and secure with four screws.

k) While holding the mixing platform to keep it from turning,

secure the platform to the counterweight assembly. If
the mixing surface is in good condition, reapply it to the
mixing platform.

l) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Replace Microswitch:
a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off the mixing surface disc. Hold the mixing plat-
form to keep from turning and remove the platform from
the counterweight assembly.

c) Turn mixer upside down and remove four screws secur-

ing plastic housing.

d) Turn mixer upright and remove the housing.

e) Remove the four screws holding the motor to the rubber

mounts. Position motor on its side.

f) Desolder the two wires from microswitch and remove

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

microswitch from motor. Save the spring and plunger

from defective microswitch. Identify or mark wires dis-
connected to insure proper placement and connec-
tion when reinstalling.

g) Insert spring and plunger into the shaft of the new

microswitch. Position microswitch on mounting studs
and secure with two screws. Resolder the wires as iden-
tified or marked in Step (f).

h) Reposition motor and secure with four screws.

i) Reinstall plastic housing and secure with four screws.

j) While holding the mixing platform to keep it from turn-

ing, secure the platform to the counterweight assembly.
If the mixing surface is in good condition, reapply it to
the mixing platform.

k) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Replace Motor:
a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off the mixing surface disc. Hold the mixing plat-
form to keep from turning and remove the platform from
the counterweight assembly.

c) Turn mixer upside down and remove four screws secur-

ing plastic housing.

d) Turn mixer upright and remove the housing.

e) Desolder the two wires from motor. Identity or mark

wires disconnected to insure proper placement and
connection when reinstalling.

f) Remove the counterweight assembly, brackets and

damper springs from top of motor.

g) Remove the motor and then the microswitch assembly

from bottom of motor.

h) Reinstall the components removed in Steps (f) and (g)

to the new motor.

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 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

i) Resolder the wires as identified or marked in Step (e).

j) Reinstall plastic housing and secure with four screws.

k) While holding the mixing platform to keep it from turn-

ing, secure the platform to the counterweight assem-
bly. If the mixing surface is in good condition, reapply
it to the mixing platform.

l) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Replace Damper Springs:

a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off the mixing surface disc. Hold the mixing plat-
form to keep from turning and remove the platform
from the counterweight assembly.

c) Turn mixer upside down and remove four screws

securing plastic housing.

d) Turn mixer upright and remove housing.

e) Remove defective damper springs.

f) Install new damper springs.

g) Reinstall plastic housing and secure with four screws.

h) While holding the mixing platform to keep it from turn-

ing, secure the platform to the counterweight assem-
bly. If the mixing surface is in good condition, reapply
it to the mixing platform.

i) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Replace Mixing Surface Disc:

a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off old mixing surface disc and clean the bonding
area.

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c) Remove the paper backing from the new mix-

ing surface disc and apply.

d) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

To Install Single Cup Mixing

Head:
a) Disconnect mixer from power supply.

b) Peel off mixing surface disc and while holding

the mixing platform to keep from turning,
remove mixing platform.

c) While holding the rubber mixing cup to keep

from turning, install the single cup mixing head
with the hold down screw.

d) Reconnect mixer to power supply.

Wiring Diagram

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 Problem Solving
The Problem Solving tips section is intended to aid in defining and correcting possible service problems.
When using the guide, select the problem category that resembles the malfunction, then proceed to the possi-
ble causes category and take necessary corrective action.

Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action

Mixer doesnʼt operate when Not connected to power Check mixer connections to
power switch is in the “Full supply. power supply.
On” position.
Defective power switch. Replace power switch.

Defective speed control. Replace speed control.

Defective motor. Replace motor.

Mixer doesnʼt operate when Not connected to power sup- Check mixer connections to
power switch is in the “Touch ply. power supply.
On” position and the disc is
depressed. Defective microswitch. Replace microswitch.

Speed control at minimum Turn speed control to higher

setting and too much pres- setting.
sure on disc.
Replace speed control.
Defective speed control.
Replace motor.
Defective motor.

Mixer doesnʼt operate when Not connected to power Check mixer connections to
power switch is in either “ON” supply. power supply.
position.
Defective power switch. Replace power switch.

Defective speed control. Replace speed control.

Defective motor. Replace motor.

Speed control doesnʼt regu- Defective speed control. Replace speed control.
late speed.
Going from fast to slow Load the unit to slow the
motor.

Internal chattering noise. Defective spring damper links. Replace spring damper links.

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Replacement Parts List

Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description
1 FSX47 Fastener, Screw (2 required) 8 SWM1861X1 Switch Assembly PCB

2 PT376X2 Plate, Mixing Surface Disc 9 KBX49 Knob

(1 extra sent with product)

3 PT376X1 Plate, Mixing Platform 10 SWX90 Switch

4 CW1254X1A Counterweight Assembly 11 SPX47 Damper Springs

(2 required)

MTX95 Motor for M37615 *CP376X1A Cup Assembly for

making test tubes

5 MTX96 Motor for M37610-33

12 FZX59 Fuses for
M37610-33 and
MTX97 Motor for M37614 M37515 (2 required)

CR1254X1 Cord Set for M37615

CR376X1 Cord Set for M37614 *This is not found on exploded view
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CR1254X2 Cord Set for M37610-33

CRM1861X1 Cordset for M37610-33CN

7 RS871X1A Rheostat Assembly for M37615

RS871X2A Rheostat Assembly for

M37610-33

Ordering Procedures
RS871X3A Rheostat Assembly for M37614

Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete model number, serial number, and series number when
requesting service, replacement parts or in any correspondence concerning this unit.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Thermo Scientific dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can
be obtained promptly from the factory. When service or replacement parts are needed we ask that you check first
with your dealer. If the dealer cannot handle your request, then contact our Customer Service Department at 563-
556-2241 or 800-553-0039.

Prior to returning any materials, please contact our Customer Service Department for a “Return Materials
Authorization” number (RMA). Material returned without an RMA number will be refused.

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 One Year Limited Warranty

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only for a period of ninety (90) days from the Commencement Date.

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