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Operation
This unit and all L-K Industries sample tubes are designed and fabricated in compliance with API &
ASTM standards. For optimal results, L-K Industries sample tubes (along with matching shields,
cushions and collars) should be used. Verified and certified tubes are also available.
Before centrifugation, all the tubes, collars, cushions and shields should be visually inspected for
damage. Check for oil residue on cushions and ensure that the cushions rest flat inside the bottom
of each shield. Damaged parts must not be centrifuged, as they may break and cause further
damage to the centrifuge.
Figure 2-1
Front Panel Switches
Loading and Powering On
To supply power to the unit, turn the “MAIN DISCONNECT” switch to the right. The green indicator
light should signify that power is on. Visually verify that the “EMERGENCY MOTOR OFF SWITCH” is not
engaged.
Open the sliding door and place the filled sample tubes into the shields with collars resting at the top
of the shields. Ensure that the tip of each tube rests firmly in the cushion.
Inspect inside the bowl for foreign objects and close the door. To start the motor, press the “PUSH
TO RUN” button. To turn off the unit in an emergency, push the “EMERGENCY MOTOR OFF SWITCH”.
4 PLACE TRUNNION HEAD
FOR MODEL “A” “B” “C” “D” TUBES
MOTOR WILL NOT RUN
IF DOOR IS OPEN
POWER ON
PUSH BUTTON
POWER ON
INDICATOR LAMP
EMERGENCY POWER OFF
PALM BUTTON
TEMPRATURE READOUT
TEMPRATURE SETTING
HEAT ON/OFF SWITCH
MOTOR RUN PUSH BUTTON
ELECTRONIC TECHOMETER
WITH LCD READOUT.
LCD SHOWS ACTUAL MOTOR SPEED.
NOT THEOROTICAL.
MOTOR RUN TIMER
MOTOR STOP
PUSH BUTTON
VARIABLE SPEED
MOTOR CONTROL