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NITIAL
S
ETUP
P
ROCEDURE
If any problems are found during the initial setup procedure, refer to the
troubleshooting section on page 13. For further assistance, contact
Drucker Diagnostics at 814-692-7661.
1.
Plug the centrifuge in to an approved electrical outlet. For
electrical safety, the unit must always be properly grounded.
2.
For safety purposes, the locking system is always activated. To
deactivate the system to insert or retrieve samples, press the
‘OPEN / STOP’ button on the control panel. The ‘UNLOCKED’
indicator light should illuminate. If it does not, refer to
Troubleshooting section. The lid will be unlocked for 15 seconds
after pushing the ‘OPEN / STOP’ button.
3.
Turn the latch counterclockwise and open the lid.
4.
Spin the rotor by hand; check for free and level rotation. If the
rotor does not spin freely, refer to Troubleshooting section.
5.
Place the six test tube holders inside the rotor and verify that they
are seated properly.
6.
Close the lid. Rotate the lid knob clockwise to its complete top
position. The ’LATCHED’ indicator light should be illuminated. If it
is not, make sure that the lid is latched properly. The centrifuge
will not run unless the lid is latched and that the ’LATCHED’ light is
on.
7.
Turn the centrifuge on by pushing the ‘START’ button.
8.
The ‘RUNNING’ indicator light will illuminate.
9.
The test tube holders will slide up into the Fixed Angle position
and the unit will accelerate to full speed.
10.
Listen to the sound of the centrifuge. A smooth whirring sound
should be heard. If there are any loud or unusual sounds, stop the
centrifuge by pushing the ’OPEN / STOP’ button immediately and
refer to Troubleshooting section.
11.
While the machine is running, try to turn the latch
counterclockwise. Power may be cut to the motor, but you should
be unable to fully turn the latch. If it is possible to turn the latch
and open the lid while the unit is running, contact Drucker
Diagnostics for assistance. Close and latch the lid.
12.
Push the ‘OPEN / STOP’ button. The ‘RUNNING’ indicator light
should go out and the motor should slow to a stop.
