Thermo Scientific RC 3BP Plus, Instruction Manual

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Advanced Features
Advanced Features
5-4 Sorvall RC 3BP Plus Thermo Scientific
QC RUN
• QC RUN allows simple, automatic quality control run speed/temperature verification when used
with the optional computer interface package. The QC RUN feature will run and document the
data from each set of parameters that has been saved in program memory.
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When QC RUN is selected, the set display will prompt you to prepare for the run and press the
key to begin. The centrifuge will start running program number 1, and systematically run each
program in order up to program number 9.
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While the QC RUN is in progress, the parameters of the program that is running will be in the set
display.
• During a QC RUN the centrifuge checks if the preset speed and temperature can be reached.. In
order to save time during the QC RUN the next program will be run once the desired speed has
been reached and the temperature is within
° C of the preset value.
• To minimize the time it takes to perform a QC RUN, we recommend the following: Save runs to
program memory. Sort first by temperature (highest first), then, if there is more than one run at a
single temperature, by speed (lowest first). Start with program 1.
The programs below are listed in correct order for using QC RUN (program values shown are for
example purposes only, actual set parameters will vary).
To select the QC RUN feature:
1. Press the key.
2. Press the key.
3. Install the correct rotor.
4. Press the key.
The QC RUN sequence will begin, running program number 1.
• If, during a QC RUN, the observed RUN temperature is more than 2° C over SET temperature,
the rotor continues spinning until set temperature is reached.
SLOW START
•
SLOW START chooses gentle acceleration from 0 to 250 rpm. At 250 rpm the centrifuge
accelerates at normal, maximum rate. SLOW START offers ten different acceleration rates.
Note If you plan on using the QC RUN feature, consider the following as you save runs to
program memory:
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QC programs should all apply using the same rotor.
• QC RUN programs should not use HOLD.
ROTOR SPEED TIMED DEG° C PROG #
H-6000 2900 04:00 AM 22 1
H-6000 4000 03:00 AM 22 2
H-6000 3800 03:45 AM 4 3
H-6000 4700 05:30 AM 4 4
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