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Section 2: Installation
Temperatures sensing and control
Explain that the system is measuring chamber
temperature not sample temperature.
Drive Explain drive is Induction drive and does not require maintenance.
Safety features Explain door lock and rotor Id, barrier and imbalance features,
Name rating plate, serial number
Test Run
NOTE: The instrument must be plugged in and the power switch turned to on
position (1) before the door can be opened.
We recommend that you make a test run to ensure that the instrument is in proper operating
condition following shipment.
Run the instrument
1. Open the chamber door.
2. Enter speed of 3,000 RPM
3. Enter Temp 20C
4. Enter Time 30 min.
5. Perform a test run to verify parameter input.
6. Verify the temperature and speed control are functioning.
7. If the test run is satisfactory then proceed to instruct the customer on proper operation of the
instrument.
Show the customer how to setup a simple run. Observe the customer as they setup the run.
Explain:
Troubleshooting
Customer maintenance items
Beckman Coulter Field Service, service agreements, etc.
Accessories and options that are available for the instrument
How to get applications support from Beckman Coulter Inc.
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