Thermo Scientific TX-750, Instruction Manual

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AutoLock
TM
Rotor Installation
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75003607 TX-750 Thermo Scientific
Rotor Installation
This rotor is equipped with an AutoLock
TM
-system.
This system is used to automatically lock the rotor to the centrifuge spindle. The rotor does not have
to be bolted onto the centrifuge spindle.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the lid of the centrifuge and if necessary remove any dust, foreign objects or residue from
the chamber.
AutoLock
TM
and o-ring must be clean and undamaged.
Figure 3-1. AutoLock
TM
2. Hold the rotor over the centrifuge spindle and let it slide slowly down the centrifuge spindle.
The rotor clicks automatically into place.
3. Check if the rotor is properly installed by lifting 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 accessories can cause serious damage to
the centrifuge.
CAUTION Do not force the rotor onto the centrifuge spindle.
If the rotor is very light, then it may be necessary to press it onto the centrifuge spindle
with a small amount of pressure.
WARNING If the rotor cannot be properly locked in place after several attempts, then the
AutoLock
TM
is defective and you are not permitted to operate the rotor.
Check for any damage to the rotor, damaged rotors must not be used.
Keep the hub area clear of objects.
AutoLock
TM
O-ring