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  Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting by user

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Multifuge X1R 

Thermo Scientific

Error lid lock

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 

down without being braked.

The lid opens while the device is running.

Close the lid and restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

Imbalanced load

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 

down without being braked.

Imbalance detected.

Check the load placed in the rotor.

Check that the rotor cross bolts are well greased.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

Check Set Speed

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 

down without being braked.

The set point speed is higher than the maximum rotor speed.

Correct the value.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-01 - E-12

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 
down without being braked.

Error during the self-test of the centrifuge program and the 

electronics. 

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-13

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 
down without being braked.

The check sum in the data memory is incorrect.

The software corrects errors automatically. 

Check the values of the set point settings, etc.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-15 - E-16

Temperature sensor broken / controller 

defective

Malfunction in the temperature detection.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-17

Restart the centrifuge.

Speed for rotor detection exceeded

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-21 - E-22

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 
down without being braked.

The rotor could not be identified. 

Check to see if the rotor is properly installed.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

E-23

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

The run does not start or the centrifuge runs 
down without being braked.

The speed control measurement returned a different result.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform your service 
technician.

Failure message

Problem with centrifuge

Possible causes and cures

Summary of Contents for Multifuge X1R

Page 1: ...Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R Centrifuge Instruction Manual 50156623 c 07 2020 Visit us online to register your warranty thermofisher com labwarranty...

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Page 3: ...Mains supply 1 4 Rotor selection 1 5 Before use 2 1 Before setting up 2 2 Transporting the centrifuge 2 2 Location 2 2 Aligning the centrifuge 2 3 Mains Connection 2 3 Storage 2 4 Control panel 3 1 Co...

Page 4: ...6 6 1 Cleaning intervals 6 2 Cleaning 6 2 Disinfection 6 4 Decontamination 6 5 Autoclaving 6 5 Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific 6 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 7 1 Mechanical emergency lid release 7...

Page 5: ...s instruction manual will result in the expiration of the seller s warranty Scope of supply If any parts are missing please contact your nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific representative Article number...

Page 6: ...liance with standards directives and trade association safety regulations and proper instruction of the user The safety regulations contain the following basic recommendations Maintain a radius of at...

Page 7: ...he instructions on the Auto Lock in section Rotor installation on page 4 2 Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly Follow the instructions given in the rotor manual Never overload the rot...

Page 8: ...es Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro organisms without suitable safety precautions When centrifuging microbiological samples from the Risk Group II according to...

Page 9: ...d description Contents Characteristics of the Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R on page 1 2 Technical data on page 1 3 Directives standards and guidelines on page 1 4 Functions and features on page 1 5...

Page 10: ...try mode These settings can be changed even while the centrifuge is running With the help of the key you can also centrifuge a sample for just a few seconds if called for The Multifuge X1R is equipped...

Page 11: ...tegory II Pollution degree 2 Voltage 230 V Heat dissipation 4778 BTU h IP 20 Run time Unlimited Max speed nmax 15200 rpm depending on the rotor Min speed nmin 300 rpm Maximum RCF value at nmax 25830 x...

Page 12: ...hout carbon brushes Drive Easy to clean keypad and display surface Keys and display Controls Microprocessor controlled Internal memory The most recent data is saved Functions RCF selection temperature...

Page 13: ...can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals For more information visit our website at http www thermofisher com centrifuge TX 400 75003181 with round buckets 75003655 TX 200 75003658 wi...

Page 14: ...1 6 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific 1 Introduction and description...

Page 15: ...Multifuge X1R 2 1 2 Before use Contents Before setting up on page 2 2 Transporting the centrifuge on page 2 2 Location on page 2 2 Aligning the centrifuge on page 2 3 Mains Connection on page 2 3 Sto...

Page 16: ...gure 2 1 Lifting the centrifuge at both sides The centrifuge can be damaged by impacts Transport the centrifuge upright and if at all possible in its packaging Location The centrifuge should only be o...

Page 17: ...ff the power supply switch on the back press 0 2 Plug the centrifuge into grounded electrical sockets only 3 Check whether the cable complies with the safety standards of your country 4 Make sure that...

Page 18: ...entific Storage Before storing the centrifuge and the accessories it must be cleaned and if necessary disinfected and decontaminated Store the centrifuge in a clean dust free location Be sure to place...

Page 19: ...Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R 3 1 3 Control panel Contents Control panel on page 3 2 Keys on page 3 2...

Page 20: ...mple temperature Key Display contents Start Normal start of the centrifuge Stop End run manually Open lid Automatic release possible only when device is switched on Emergency release see Mechanical em...

Page 21: ...4 2 Door opening on page 4 2 Rotor installation on page 4 2 Entering parameters on page 4 4 Centrifugation on page 4 10 Temperature adaptation during standstill on page 4 11 Short term centrifugation...

Page 22: ...lay shows The top line shows the message lid open The bottom line shows the values for the last run Door opening key c Press the WARNING Do not reach into the crack between the lid and the housing The...

Page 23: ...he rotor is properly installed by lifting it slightly on the handle If the rotor can be pulled up then it must be reclamped to the centrifuge spindle CAUTION Unapproved or incorrectly combined accesso...

Page 24: ...twice in order to open the braking curve selection menu The display shows the message Set deceleration Preselecting Speed RCF key 1 Press the Be sure to check all seals before starting any aerosol ti...

Page 25: ...s a multiple of the force of gravity g It is a unitless numerical value which is used to compare the separation or sedimentation capacity of various devices since it is independent of the type of devi...

Page 26: ...anually with the Run time mode Use the key to set the run time counter start AT START When AT START is lit the run time will be counted right from pressing the AT SPEED When AT SPEED is lit the run ti...

Page 27: ...Depending on the display mode setting the value shown corresponds either to the sample temperature or to the inside chamber temperature Press the key to toggle between the two modes 2 Enter the desir...

Page 28: ...ress the key repeatedly until the bucket being used is displayed Your entry will be automatically confirmed if you do not press any key for 5 seconds Bucket radius Having entered the bucket code you m...

Page 29: ...memory key to load any of the programs 1 5 Press the key in order to load any of the programs 1 99 by means of the numeric pad Enter the program number and confirm with 3 You may want to enter a passc...

Page 30: ...en the lid if the centrifuge is running Imbalance indicator If a load is imbalanced this will be indicated at speed higher than approx 300 rpm by the message Imbalance load The run will terminate Chec...

Page 31: ...he centrifuge lid 2 Grab the rotor handle with both hands and press against the green Auto Lock key At the same time pull the rotor directly upwards with both hands and remove it from the centrifuge s...

Page 32: ...you and the samples Figure 4 3 Auto Lock lid for aerosol tight rotors Turning off the centrifuge 1 To turn off the centrifuge put the mains switch to 0 CAUTION Rotors supplied with a lid for aerosol t...

Page 33: ...Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R 5 1 5 System menu System menu on page 5 2 Description on page 5 3 Contents...

Page 34: ...5 Nederlands 6 7 STOP ENTER LCD powersave START no 0 yes 1 ENTER ENTER No Program passcodes 0 0547V011 1 Software and NVRAM identification example display 4641V05 1 ENTER STOP ENTER Set lid passcode E...

Page 35: ...stem menu hold down any of the keys when switching the centrifuge on Press the key in order to navigate through the system menu Press the key to quit the system menu Language In order to change the la...

Page 36: ...after the run Otherwise press 0 no Press key to confirm Software ID Here you fine the current software version Press key to confirm Cycle counter Here you fine the current numbers of cycles Press key...

Page 37: ...ifuge X1R 6 1 6 Maintenance and care Contents Cleaning intervals on page 6 2 Cleaning on page 6 2 Disinfection on page 6 4 Decontamination on page 6 5 Autoclaving on page 6 5 Service of Thermo Fisher...

Page 38: ...drying boxes are used the temperature must never exceed 50 C since higher temperatures could damage the material and shorten the lifetime of the parts Use only disinfectants with a pH of 6 8 Dry alumi...

Page 39: ...ning with a cloth or in a warm air cabinet at a maximum temperature of 50 C 9 After cleaning treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil 70009824 Also treat the cavities w...

Page 40: ...8 Rinse the rotor and accessories thoroughly with water 9 Dispose of the disinfectant according to the applicable guidelines 10 Dry all the rotors and accessories after cleaning with a cloth or in a w...

Page 41: ...otors and accessories after cleaning with a cloth or in a warm air cabinet at a maximum temperature of 50 C 11 After cleaning treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil 7...

Page 42: ...d lock and the safety system the rotor the fixation of the rotor and the drive shaft Thermo Fisher Scientific offers inspection and service contracts for this work Any necessary repairs are performed...

Page 43: ...Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R 7 1 7 Troubleshooting Contents Mechanical emergency lid release on page 7 2 Troubleshooting by user on page 7 3 When to contact customer service on page 7 6...

Page 44: ...usual Proceed as follows 1 Make sure the rotor has stopped view port in the lid 2 Pull out the power supply plug 3 On the left side of the housing is one white plastic plugs which you can pry out of...

Page 45: ...rotor The centrifuge cannot be operated The run does not start or the centrifuge runs down without being braked Rotor code is not in the rotor table Is it permitted to use the rotor currently mounted...

Page 46: ...art the centrifuge If an error message appears again inform your service technician E 13 The centrifuge cannot be operated The run does not start or the centrifuge runs down without being braked The c...

Page 47: ...E 33 The centrifuge cannot be operated The run does not start or the centrifuge runs down without being braked Overpressure in the refrigeration unit Clean the air inlet for the condenser Restart the...

Page 48: ...o of your device This information can be found on the back near the inlet for the power supply cable To identify the software version proceed as follows 1 Hold down any of the keys and then switch on...

Page 49: ...U S S Formic Acid 100 S M U U U S M U U S S U S U S U Ammonium Acetate S S U S S S S S S S S S S U S S S S S S S S S S Ammonium Carbonate M S U S S S S S S S S S S S U U S S S S S S M S S S Ammonium H...

Page 50: ...M S U U S U M U U M M M U S S S S U U Ferric Chloride U U S M S M S S S S M U S S Acetic Acid Glacial S S U U S S U M S U S U U U U U M S U M U S U U S U Acetic Acid 5 S S M S S S M S S S S S M S S S...

Page 51: ...S S S S M S M U S S Kerosene S S S S S S U S M U S U M M S M M M S S U S S U S Sodium Chloride 10 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S M S Sodium Chloride sat d U S U S S S S S S S S S S S S S M S Carb...

Page 52: ...cid 10 U U S U U S M M M U M S M M M S U S S Perchloric Acid 70 U U U U U S U M U U M U U U M M U M S U U S U S Phenol 5 U S U S M M S U M U U S U M S M S U U S U M M M S Phenol 50 U S U S U M S U M U...

Page 53: ...U U U U U U U S U U S Trisodium Phosphate S M S S S S S S S Tris Buffer neutral pH U S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Triton X 100 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Ur...

Page 54: ...terials under the stress of centrifugation When in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots Key Satisfactory S M Moderate attack may be satisfactory for use in centrifuge depending on length of expos...

Page 55: ...ing 4 2 E Emergency door release 7 2 Entering parameters 4 4 Explanation of RCF value 4 5 F Failure message 7 3 Features 1 5 I Imbalance indicator 4 10 K Keys 3 2 L Location 2 2 M Mains Connection 2 3...

Page 56: ...zone 2 2 Select program 4 9 Short term centrifugation 4 11 Starting centrifuge program 4 10 Stopping the centrifugation program 4 10 Storage 2 4 Switch on centrifuge 4 2 T Technical Data 1 3 Temperat...

Page 57: ...Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R I 3 I Index...

Page 58: ...es Please consult your local sales representative for details Shown pictures within the manual are examples and may differ considering the set parameters and language Pictures of the user interface wi...

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