PN A49436AG
2-3
Description
Name Rating Plate
2
Ground Wire Check
A ground wire check can be performed on any metal part of the centrifuge using an appropriate
measuring instrument.
Name Rating Plate
The name rating plate is affixed to the rear of the centrifuge. Check that the line voltage agrees with
the voltage listed on this name rating plate before connecting the centrifuge. Always mention the
serial number and the model number shown when corresponding with Beckman Coulter regarding
your centrifuge.
Chassis
Housing
The housing is made of metal diecast parts. The control panel is covered by a protective overlay
made of coated polycarbonate.
Door
The diecast door has a strobe port for speed verification. The door is secured by a solid hinge at the
back of the centrifuge and by a motorized auto-lock closure system at the front. This system keeps
the door locked when a run is in progress and allows the door to be opened only when the rotor is
stopped. In the event of a power failure, the door lock can be opened via the emergency door release
for sample recovery (see
CHAPTER 4,
Troubleshooting
).
Rotor Chamber
The air-cooled rotor chamber is made of high-impact thermoplastic for safety and easy cleaning.
Drive
The asynchronous direct-drive motor is brushless for low maintenance. A tie-down screw secures
the rotor to the drive shaft. The resilient suspension ensures that loads will not be disturbed by
vibration, and prevents damage to the drive shaft if an imbalance occurs during centrifugation.
