Prism™ Microcentrifuge
Instruction Manual
Catalog Numbers:
C2500, C2500-230V
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Страница 1: ...Prism Microcentrifuge Instruction Manual Catalog Numbers C2500 C2500 230V This manual is available in additional languages at www labnetlink com ...
Страница 2: ...ssories 3 6 2 Rotor Maintenance 4 6 3 Removing and Installing the Angle Rotor 4 6 4 Loading the Rotor 4 6 5 Overloading Rotors 4 7 0 Operation 5 7 1 Attaching Rotor Lid 5 7 2 Closing the Lid 5 7 3 Lid Release 5 7 4 Lid Lock 5 7 5 Speed Selection 5 7 6 Selection of Operating Time Momentary Operation Start Stop 6 8 0 Service and Maintenance 6 8 1 Centrifuge Service 6 8 2 Cleaning 6 8 3 Replacing Fus...
Страница 3: ...l equipment Never centrifuge flammable explosive or corrosive materials Never centrifuge hazardous materials outside of a hood or proper containment facility Always load the rotor symmetrically Each tube should be counter balanced by another tube of the same type and weight Always locate the centrifuge within easy access to an electrical outlet Always use only microcentrifuge tubes made from plast...
Страница 4: ...anual 1 each Warranty card 1 each Power cord 1 each 5 0 Installation The centrifuge should be installed on a rigid even surface such as a stable laboratory bench countertop etc To guarantee sufficient ventilation ensure that the centrifuge has at least 15 cm 6 inches of free space on all sides including the rear The centrifuge should not be located in areas subject to excessive heat such as in dir...
Страница 5: ...included Cat No AR110 Strip Spin Adapter Cat No C2400 SS Tubes Accepted 0 2 mL tubes or 8 x 0 2 mL strips Maximum Speed 15 000 rpm Centrifuge Radius Range 4 32 cm to 5 33 cm RCF G value Range 10 874 x g to 13 405 x g Adapter for 0 5 mL tubes pk 6 Cat No C 1205 Tube Measurement 8 x 30 mm Maximum Speed 15 000 rpm Centrifuging Radius 7 53 cm RCF G value 18 942 x g Adapter for 0 4 mL tubes pk 6 Cat No...
Страница 6: ...rotor wrench 6 4 Loading the Rotor Tubes to be loaded should be filled equally by eye The difference in the weight between the tubes should not exceed 0 1 gram Tubes should always be loaded so that there is equal spacing between all tubes One or two additional loaded tubes may need to be added to achieve this Refer to Figure 1 to see one typical balancing scheme 6 5 Overloading Rotors The maximum ...
Страница 7: ...WARNING Do not attempt to open the lid of any centrifuge until the rotor has come to a complete stop In the event of a power failure or malfunction it may be necessary to open the lid manually 1 Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket 2 Remove the plastic plug located on the left side of the unit 3 Pull the wire attached to the plug to open the lid lock manually 7 4 Lid Lock The centrifuge ...
Страница 8: ...housing rotor chamber rotor and rotor accessories clean All parts should be wiped down periodically with a soft cloth For more thorough cleaning use a neutral cleaning agent pH between 6 and 8 applied with a soft cloth Excessive amounts of liquid should be avoided Liquid should not come into contact with the motor After cleaning ensure that all parts are dried thoroughly by hand or in a warm air c...
Страница 9: ... and or time bAL Error Message Indicates imbalance Tubes not inserted symmetrically in rotor holes Load tubes symmetrically see Section 3 4 on Loading the rotor Sample liquid in tubes not balanced Make sure the same volume of liquid is in each tube Defective or improperly adjusted balance sensor Call service Lid Error message Lid not closed Lid not closed completely Close lid Lid lock or sensor de...
Страница 10: ...ge has an automatic g force conversion program so g values are automatically calculated and can be displayed on the control panel for this centrifuging radius If adapters or smaller tubes are used the centrifuging radius changes as does the g force The chart on the next page can be used to manually determine g values for any centrifuging radius ...
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