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Refrigerated Centrifuge with Heating System Sigma 6-16KHS
6 Using the centrifuge
Version 10/2012, Rev. 1.19 of 21/03/2019
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Translation of the original operating manual, part no. 0702302
Runtime
The set runtime is displayed in the upper section of this field, with the
remaining runtime shown below. The runtime is defined as the period from
the start of the centrifuge to the beginning of the deceleration phase. The
maximum value is 99 h 59 min 59 sec.
In the "Setup" menu
, it can be specified that the runtime is not to be
started until the set speed is reached (see chapter 6.3.2.8 - "Setup menu").
In this case, the symbol "
!
" appears in the runtime field.
Continuous run
During the continuous run, the runtime of the centrifuge is unlimited and
must be stopped manually. The centrifuge accelerates during the
continuous run until the set speed is reached.
• Select the field "Runtime" and press the function knob. The display
flashes when it is activated.
• Turn the function knob from the time 0:00:10 anti-clockwise or from the
time 99:59:59 clockwise. "Infinite" will be displayed. After the start of the
centrifuge, the elapsed time will be displayed.
• Deactivate the continuous run by pressing the stop button or by entering
a specific runtime.
Short run
A short run can be started if no run is active.
• Keep the start button pressed during the short run.
During the short run, the centrifuge accelerates with acceleration curve 9
(maximum acceleration) until the maximum speed of the rotor is reached.
The runtime is counted and in the speed field the message "Short run"
flashes.
When the start button is released, the centrifuge decelerates with the
maximum deceleration curve to a standstill.
NOTE
The parameters speed, RCF, temperature, and runtime can be changed
during the centrifugation.
NOTE
If the centrifuge ist locked with level 02 or higher, it is not possible to start
a short run.