Beckman Coulter Microfuge 20 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

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Operation
Run Procedure
2
To change the run time during a run
1
Press the
MENU
key until the time function flashes on the display.
•
The last digit on the
TIME
display flashes, indicating that the time can be raised or lowered
with the cursor keys.
2
Press the or cursor key until the required run time is displayed.
The new parameter takes effect immediately.
NOTE
If the run time is changed during the run, the centrifuge will run for the entire new time and will
disregard the previous runtime that has already elapsed.
To change the temperature during a run (Microfuge 20R only)
1
Press the
MENU
key until the temperature function flashes on the display.
•
The last digit on the
TEMPERATURE
display flashes, indicating that the temperature can be
raised or lowered with the cursor keys.
2
Press the or cursor key until the required temperature is displayed.
The new parameter takes effect immediately.
Stopping a Run
A timed run ends automatically when the
TIME
display counts down to zero.
To stop a run in progress
1
Press the
START/STOP
key for normal deceleration or the deceleration selected for the run.
2
After the rotor stops spinning , press the
OPEN
key to release the door latches, then open the door.
NOTE
For Microfuge 20R refrigerated centrifuges : To prevent chamber icing, use a sponge to wipe
condensation out of the chamber bowl between runs.