8. Operation
CAUTION:
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Do not push or lean against the centrifuge while it is running
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Do not run the centrifuge when fragments or sample solutions are left in the centrifuge chamber
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Always keep the centrifugal chamber clean
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If the centrifuge makes strange noise during operation, stop it immediately and contact the SLS
Service Centre. Notify them of the warning code if displayed
8.1 Normal Operation
Turn on the power switch, centrifuge will display the running interface last time after passing the self-
diagnostic checks, see figure 8.1 below:
High Speed Mini Micro-Centrifuge
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6. Operation panel
Figure 6-1 Operation Panel
Item
Symbol
Name
Function
1
Select button
Press the button to choose the program which you want to
modify.
2
Pulse button
The speed can be accelerated and held at the speed when
pressing Pulse on.
3
Parameter button
Clockwise rotate to increase program values. Rotate
anti-clockwise to decrease parameter values.
Press the button, shift between speed and RCF display.
4
Open/ lock button
Press the button to open the door The button is not available
when the centrifuge is running.
5
Start/ Stop button
Press the button to start running. The centrifuge will brake to
stop running if pressed during centrifugation.
Figure 6-2 the main interface
Main interface is as figure 6-2. The speed is set to be 15000 rpm, running time is 12 minutes. When speed
symbol is rotating, indicating the centrifuge is running. Time display symbol display the ratio of
working to time setting. The total time setting is divided into 10 sections.
Speed area Lock status Time area
150 12
min
×
×
100rpm
Figure 8.1 The last running interface
• Speed: 15000 rpm Running time: 12 minutes
• The door lock is released
8.1.1 Rotor loading and removal
CAUTION:
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Attach the rotor to the rotor shaft. Ensure the rotor is in position and connected with the shaft,
tightening the locking nut to secure the rotor with shaft, to prevent the rotor damaging the centrifuge
•
Ensure the rotor lid is firmly tightened to the rotor
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