Thermo Scientific Medifuge Centrifuge
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Tube and Spacer Guide
CAUTION
Always make sure that the buckets are aligned and the tubes cannot
touch each other or the rotor locking nut during centrifugation.
This guide provides information on which tubes and spacers can be used in the fixed angle and the
swing out buckets� The tubes listed should be checked for proper position and be used according
to the specifications of their manufacturers as well as the safety precautions and operating limits
described in this manual�
Care should be taken to ensure that the tubes used in the centrifuge are:
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Rated to or above the selected rcf to be spun at�
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They are being used at or above there minimum fill volume�
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They are not being used above their design life (age or number of runs)�
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They are inspected for damage�
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They are not overloaded�
Refer to manufacturers data sheets for further information�