Inspect the centrifuge for any visible signs of shipping damage.
Shipping damage is the responsibility of the transportation carrier.
Any claims for damage must be filed within 48 hours with the
carrier that delivered the centrifuge.
The accessories supplied with the centrifuge should be kept with
the instruction manual near the centrifuges place of installation.
2.2 Required space
The centrifuge should be installed on a rigid, even surface such
as a stable laboratory bench, countertop, etc. To guarantee
sufficient ventilation, ensure that the centrifuge has at least 15cm
(6 inches) of free space on all sides, including the rear.
The centrifuge should not be located in areas subject to excessive
heat such as in direct sunlight or near radiators or the exhaust of
a compressor, as a buildup of heat may occur within the chamber.
2.3 Installation
Before operating the centrifuge, check that the power source
(electrical outlet on the wall) corresponds to that on the
manufacturers rating label, then connect the power cord to the
centrifuge and the power source.
3. Installation of rotors and rotor maintenance
3.1 Rotors and accessories
The following accessories are included or available for the
Spectrafuge:
Angle rotor for 24 x 1.5ml tubes
(Included)
Tube measurement
1.5ml / 2.0ml (10 x 40mm)
Max. speed
13,300rpm
Centrifuging radius
8.23cm
Max. RCF (g-value)
16,276 x g
Rotor Wrench
(Included)
Order no.
C0240-RT
Rotor Lid
(Included)
Order no.
C0240-RC
Rotor Securing Screw
(Included)
Order no.
C0240-RSS
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8. Determination of g-values
The centrifuging radius of the 1.5/2.0ml rotor is 8.23cm. The
Spectrafuge 24D has an automatic g-force conversion program, so g-
values are automatically calculated and can be displayed on the
control panel, for this centrifuging radius. If adapters or smaller tubes
are used, the centrifuging radius changes as does the g force. The
chart on the next page can be used to manually determine g-values
for any centrifuging radius.
