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1.0 Introduction
The Prism™ is a small benchtop centrifuge designed for separation of various research samples. The
motor is brushless and requires no routine maintenance. The Prism Microcentrifuge is supplied with a
24 x 1.5/2.0 mL rotor for micro sample tubes. Adapters are available for tubes smaller than 1.5 mL. The
Prism reaches speeds of up to 15,000 rpm/21,200 x g.
2.0 Safety Information
Before using the Prism Microcentrifuge for the first time, please read this entire manual carefully.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by
the equipment may be impaired.
2.1 Operation Safety Precautions
Never use the centrifuge in any manner not specified in these instructions.
Never operate the centrifuge without a rotor properly attached to the shaft.
Never tighten rotor nut by hand only.
Never fill tubes while they are in the rotor. Liquid spillage may harm unit.
Never put hands in the rotor area unless the rotor is completely stopped.
Never move the centrifuge while the rotor is spinning.
Never use solvents or flammables near this or other electrical 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 plastic and designed to withstand centrifugal forces
of at least 21,200 x g.
Always use a wrench to tighten the rotor nut.
Do not operate the centrifuge if any of the following conditions exist:
The centrifuge has not been installed properly.
The centrifuge is partially dismantled.
Service has been attempted by unauthorized or unqualified personnel.
The rotor has not been installed securely on the motor shaft.
Rotors and accessories not belonging to the standard range are being used without permission being
obtained from the manufacturer to use such rotors and/or accessories in the centrifuge.
Exception: Microcentrifuge tubes made of plastic, normally available in the laboratory.
The centrifuge is located in an explosive atmosphere.
Materials to be centrifuged are combustible and/or explosive.
Materials to be centrifuged are chemically reactive.
The rotor load is not properly balanced.
The rotor nut was not tightened with a wrench.
