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  Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting by User

7-4

Legend X1 / X1R

Thermo Scientific

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 Customer Service.

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 Customer Service.

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 Customer Service.

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 Customer Service.

E-15 - E-16

Temperature sensor broken / controller 

defective

Malfunction in the temperature detection.

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service.

E-17

Speed for rotor detection exceeded

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service.

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 Customer Service.

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 Customer Service.

E-25-E-27

The centrifuge cannot be operated. 

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

Time has expired for the lid lock drive while opening the lid. 

Restart the centrifuge. 

If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service.

E-28

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 Customer Service.

Failure message

Problem with centrifuge

Possible causes and cures

Summary of Contents for Sorvall Legend X1

Page 1: ...50120979 3 October 2009 Thermo Fisher Scientific Sorvall Legend X1 Sorvall Legend X1R Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...technical information in this document is for reference purposes only System configurations and specifications in this document supersede all previous information received by the purchaser Thermo Fis...

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Page 4: ...agreements with recycling and disposal companies in all EU Member States for the recycling and disposal of this device For information on recycling and disposal companies in Germany and on the product...

Page 5: ...1 6 Chapter 2 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 Chapter 3 Control panel 3 1 Keys 3 2 Contr...

Page 6: ...eaning Intervalls 6 2 Cleaning 6 2 Disinfection 6 3 Decontamination 6 4 Autoclaving 6 5 Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific 6 5 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7 1 Mechanical Emergency Lid Release 7 2 Troub...

Page 7: ...This centrifuge is an IVD accessory and therefore subject to the Directive 98 79 EC of the European Parliament and the Council of October 27 1998 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices This centrifuge...

Page 8: ...only The centrifuge is to be used for its intended purpose only Plug the centrifuge only into sockets which have been properly grounded Do not move the centrifuge while it is running Use only rotors a...

Page 9: ...react violently with one another The centrifuge is neither inert nor protected against explosion Never use the centrifuge in an explosion prone environment Do not centrifuge inflammable substances Do...

Page 10: ...zards ATTENTION means that material damage could occur WARNING means that injuries or material damage or contamination could occur This symbol refers to biological hazards Observe the information cont...

Page 11: ...ntific Legend X1 X1R 1 1 1 Introduction and Description Contents Characteristics of the Sorvall Legend X1 X1R on page 1 2 Technical Data on page 1 3 Functions and Features on page 1 5 Rotor Selection...

Page 12: ...and RCF or the entry mode These settings can be changed even while the centrifuge is running With the help of the PULSE key you can also centrifuge a sample for just a few seconds if called for The So...

Page 13: ...2 C to 35 C 2 C to 35 C Overvoltage category II II Pollution degree 2 2 Heat dissipation refrigerated ventilated 230V 120V 230V 120V 4778 BTU h 4096 BTU h 3447 BTU h 2901 BTU h IP 20 20 running time...

Page 14: ...tion IEC 61010 2 20 2nd Edition Pollution degree 2 Overvoltage category II IEC 61010 2 101 Emitted interference FCC Part 15 CLASS A NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim...

Page 15: ...emory The most recent data is saved Functions RCF selection temperature control pretemp with cooling equipped devices Acceleration braking profiles 9 acceleration and 10 braking curves Rotor recogniti...

Page 16: ...rs can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals For more information visit our website at http www thermo com TX 400 7500 3629 with round buckets 7500 3655 TX 200 7500 3658 with round buc...

Page 17: ...ermo Scientific Legend X1 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 Storage on page 2...

Page 18: ...centrifuge should be carried by several people Always lift the centrifuge at both sides Figure 2 1 Lifting the centrifuge at both sides The centrifuge can be damaged by impacts Transport the centrifu...

Page 19: ...fter moving it to a different location The supporting structure must be suitable for horizontal setup of the centrifuge Mains Connection Figure 2 2 Mains connections 1 Turn off the power supply switch...

Page 20: ...3 Rating plate of the Sorvall Legend X1R 5 Establish the connection to the power supply with the connecting cable Storage Before storing the centrifuge and the accesories it must be cleanedand if nec...

Page 21: ...Thermo Scientific Legend X1 X1R 3 1 3 Control panel Contents Keys on page 3 2 Control Panel on page 3 2...

Page 22: ...ease during power failure see Mechanical Emergency Lid Release on page 7 2 Pulse By pressing the Pulse key the centrifuge starts immediately and accelerates up to the end speed Releasing the key initi...

Page 23: ...PULSE key OPEN key STOP key Bucket selection key Braking and Temperature key TIME key SPEED key Change display mode Changing the display mode Changing the display mode Start key Directory key Chamber...

Page 24: ...4 2 Lid Opening on page 4 2 Rotor Installation on page 4 3 Entering Parameters on page 4 4 Centrifugation on page 4 10 Temperature Adaptation during Standstill on page 4 11 Short term Centrifugation o...

Page 25: ...pen the following display shows The top line shows the message Lid open The bottom line shows the values for the last run Lid Opening 1 Press the OPEN key Close Lid Close the lid by pressing down on i...

Page 26: ...aged Figure 4 1 AutoLockTM 2 Place the rotor over the shaft and let it slide slowly down the centrifuge spindle The rotor clicks automatically into place 3 Check if the rotor is properly installed by...

Page 27: ...the desired profile by entering a digit between 1 9 on the numeric pad Curve number 1 is the slowest and curve number 9 the fastest 3 Confirm your entry by pressing ENTER Braking curve 1 Press the AC...

Page 28: ...xtremely low RCF value has been selected it will be corrected automatically if the resulting speed is less than 300 rpm This is because 300 rpm is the lowest selectable speed Explanation of RCF Value...

Page 29: ...d the running time after reaching the maximum speed Press the CHANGE key to toggle between the two display modes Continuous operation During continuous operation the centrifuge will continue running u...

Page 30: ...hown corresponds either to the sample temperature or to the inside chamber temperature Press the CHANGE key to toggle between the two modes 2 Enter the desired temperature using the numeric pad The di...

Page 31: ...display shows the current temperature Bucket selection Bucket selection is only possible for swing out rotors The bucket code corresponds to the last four digits of the bucket catalog number 1 Press t...

Page 32: ...ial order 3 Press ENTER to confirm the new radius Setting up a program Enter the program parameters As described above please enter braking and acceleration profile speed RCF value running time temper...

Page 33: ...turned on and the lid has been closed you can start centrifuging Starting centrifuge program Press the START key on the control panel The centrifuge accelerates to the pre set speed with the time disp...

Page 34: ...open and you can remove the centrifuged material Temperature Adaptation during Standstill The temperature cannot be adapted until the rotor has been positively identified For this the centrifuge must...

Page 35: ...d remove it from the motor shaft Make sure not to tilt the rotor while doing this Aerosol tight Rotors Figure 4 2 AutoLockTM lid for aerosol tight rotors Switching the Centrifuge off 1 To turn off the...

Page 36: ...Thermo Scientific Legend X1 X1R 5 1 5 System Menu To enter the system menu hold down any of the keys when switching the centrifuge on...

Page 37: ...___ Lid passcode Language 1 5 English 1 English 2 Deutsch 3 Fran aise 4 Espanol 5 Italiano STOP ENTER LCD powersave START 0 no 1 yes ENTER ENTER No Program passcodes 0 0547V011 1 Software and NVRAM id...

Page 38: ...d X1 X1R 6 1 6 Maintenance and Care Contents Cleaning Intervalls on page 6 2 Cleaning on page 6 2 Disinfection on page 6 3 Decontamination on page 6 4 Autoclaving on page 6 5 Service of Thermo Fisher...

Page 39: ...parts Use only disinfectants with a pH of 6 8 Dry aluminum parts off with a soft cloth After cleaning treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil 7000 9824 Also treat the...

Page 40: ...terial has spilled during centrifugation Use a sprayer whenever possible so that all surfaces are covered evenly The rotor chamber and the rotor should be treated preferably with a neutral disinfectan...

Page 41: ...et at a maximum temperature of 50 C After cleaning treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil 7000 9824 Also treat the cavities with oil Tread the boldof the swing out ro...

Page 42: ...with bold grease 75003786 Autoclaving 1 Before autoclaving clean rotor and accessories and described above 2 Place the rotor on a flat surface Rotors and adapter can beautoclaved at 121 C The maximum...

Page 43: ...Thermo Scientific Legend X1 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: ...is not in the rotor table Is it permitted to use the rotor currently mounted in this device Restart the centrifuge If an error message appears again inform Customer Service Rotor ID failure The centri...

Page 46: ...form Customer Service E 15 E 16 Temperature sensor broken controller defective Malfunction in the temperature detection Restart the centrifuge If an error message appears again inform Customer Service...

Page 47: ...ice E 34 E 36 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...

Page 48: ...our 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 the ce...

Page 49: ...S U S S S S M S S S S S S S S S M U 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...

Page 50: ...U S U S S S M S S S S S S Dimethylsulfoxide S S U U S S S S U S S U S U U S S U U S S S S U U Dioxane M S U U S S M 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 A...

Page 51: ...ide conc U U M U M M S S U M U U U S M M U U U U Potassium Permanganate S S S S S S S S S U S S S M S M S U S S M S U S Calcium Chloride M U S S S S S S S S S S S S M S S S S S S S M S S S Calcium Hyp...

Page 52: ...S S M S S S S S S M S S S S S S S S S S Nickel Salts U S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S M S S S Oils Petroleum S S S S U S S S S U U M S M U U S S S U S S S S Oils Other S S S M S S S S U S S S S...

Page 53: ...U S S U U Toluene S S U U S S M U S U U S U U U S U M U U U S U S U U M Trichloroacetic Acid U U U S S U M S U S U U S M M S S U U S U U U M U Trichloroethane S U M U U S U U U U U U U U U S U S S Tr...

Page 54: ...r the stress of centrifugation when in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots 1 Polyethyleneterephthalate Key S Satisfactory M M Moderate attack may be satisfactory for use in centrifuge depending...

Page 55: ...THERMO 1 866 984 3766 Canada 1 866 984 3766 Austria 43 1 801 400 Belgium 32 2 482 30 30 Germany 08001 536 376 49 6184 90 6940 France 33 2 2803 2180 33 2 2803 2000 Italy 39 02 02 95059 341 Netherlands...

Page 56: ...18 Portugal 34 932 23 09 18 Switzerland 41 44 454 12 12 UK Ireland 44 870 609 9203 China 86 21 6865 4588 86 10 8419 3588 India 91 22 6716 2200 Japan 81 45 453 9220 Other Asian Countries 852 2885 4613...

Page 57: ...ers 4 4 Explanation of RCF Value 4 5 F Failure Message 7 3 Features 1 5 H HOLD Run 4 11 I Imbalance Indicator 4 10 Installation Location 2 2 Intended Purpose v K Keys 3 2 L Lid Opening 4 2 M Mains Con...

Page 58: ...Safety Features 1 2 Scope of Supply iii Selecting a Program 4 9 Service Technician 6 5 7 6 Short term Centrifugation 4 11 Starting Centrifuge Program 4 10 Stopping the Centrifugation Program 4 11 Sto...

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