Bravo Platform User Guide : Diagnostics quick reference : Shake task parameters
Shake task parameters
About this topic
The Shake task instructs the Orbital Shaking Station to shake. This topic describes the task parameters.
To run the Shake task, see Performing a task using Bravo Diagnostics.
Parameter descriptions
The Shake task contains the following parameters.
 
 
 
Parameter
Description
Mode
The action of the task:
• On. Turns on the Orbital Shaking Station.
• Off. Turns off the Orbital Shaking Station.
• Timed. Turns on the shaking timer. You must specify the length of time to shake.
RPM
The shake speed, in revolutions per minute.
Direction
The direction to shake. Select one of the direction combinations: NWSE, NESW, NS, EW, NW/SE, NE/SW.
Time for operation in Timed mode (s)
The length of time, in seconds, you want to leave the shaking on. At the end of the period, the shaking will turn off.
 
 
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Opening Diagnostics
Opening Bravo Diagnostics
Editing the labware classes, liquid library, or pipetting techniques
VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
Setting up the Orbital Shaking Station
Installing and setting up an Orbital Shaking Station
Performing a diagnostic task
Performing a task using Bravo Diagnostics
Reporting a problem
Reporting problems