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Initial Setup Procedure
If any problems are found during the initial setup procedure, refer to the troubleshooting section on page 11.
1. Plug the power cord into the rear of the centrifuge. Plug the other end into an approved electrical outlet.
For electrical safety, the unit must always be properly grounded.
2. Engage the power button on the front of the centrifuge (lower left-hand side).
The button will illuminate when it is activated.
3. For safety purposes, the locking system is always activated. To deactivate the system (in order to insert or retrieve sam-
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ples) press the “OPEN / EMERGENCY STOP” button on the control panel. The “UNLOCKED” indicator light should illumi-
nate. If it does not, refer to page 11 on troubleshooting. The lid will be unlocked for 15 seconds after pushing the
“OPEN/EMERGENCY STOP” button.
4. Turn the latch counter-clockwise and open the lid.
5. Spin the rotor by hand; check for free and level rotation. If the rotor does not spin freely,
refer to page 11 on troubleshooting.
6. Check the thumb screw in the middle of the rotor and make sure that it is tight.
7. Place the test tube holders inside the rotor and verify that they are seated properly.
8. Close the lid. Rotate the lid knob clockwise to its complete stop position. The ’LATCH’ indicator light should be illumi-
nated. If it is not, make sure that the lid is latched properly. The centrifuge will not run unless the lid is latched and the
“LATCH” light is on.
9. Turn the centrifuge on by pushing the “START” button.
10. The “RUN” indicator light will illuminate.
11. The unit will accelerate to its set speed.
12. Listen to the sound of the centrifuge. A smooth whirring sound should be heard. If there are any loud or unusual
sounds, stop the centrifuge by pushing the “OPEN / EMERGENCY STOP” button immediately and refer to page 11 on
troubleshooting.
13. While the machine is running, try to turn the latch counter-clockwise. Power may be cut to the motor but you should
not be able to fully turn the latch. If it is possible to turn the latch and open the lid while the unit is running, contact
Restek Corporation or your local distributor. Close and latch the lid.
14. Push the “OPEN / EMERGENCY STOP” button. The “RUN” indicator light should go out and the motor should slow to
a stop.
15. The lid should remain locked until the rotor has stopped. If the machine unlocks prematurely, contact Restek
Corporation or your local distributor. Once the rotor has stopped, a beeper will sound and the interlock system will
become disengaged for sixty (60) seconds. The “UNLOCKED” indicator light will be illuminated during this time.
16. To gain entry into the centrifuge after this period has ended, simply press the “OPEN / EMERGENCY STOP” button.
The lid will unlock for fifteen (15) additional seconds. Repeat if necessary.
Setup Location
1. Unpack the centrifuge and verify that all of the supplied equipment is present.
2. Choose a setup location which meets the following criteria:
a) A bench top clearance height of 24” (60cm) is required in order to open the lid.
b) The clearance envelope is the space around the centrifuge which is required for safety. Choose a setup location
which will allow for a clearance envelope of at least 30” (76cm) x 30” (76cm), with the centrifuge at the center. No
person or hazardous material should be permitted in the clearance envelope during operation. The operator time
within the envelope should be limited to the time necessary for loading, unloading, and centrifuge operation only.
c) Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent the overheating of samples as well as premature failure of the cen-
trifuge. Choose an area which will allow unencumbered air flow.
d) No adjustment is necessary for leveling the centrifuge; however, the surface should be flat and level.
e) Be sure the outlet is always within reach as the power cord is only the means of emergency disconnection!
After the centrifuge has passed this procedure, it is ready for operation.
If you would like to make adjustments to your machine’s settings, please continue on to “Additional Set-Up Procedures”.
