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Spectra Optia Apheresis System Operator’s Manual
Centrifuge Chamber
The Spectra Optia system centrifuge spins to create a centrifugal force that separates the blood into cellular
components. The centrifuge chamber houses the centrifuge and the system components, as shown in Figures 2-3
and 2-4, and described in Table 2-6.
Figure 2-3:
Centrifuge chamber components
Figure 2-4:
AIM system light behind the gear shroud
Table 2-6:
Centrifuge chamber components
Component
Function
1
Upper collar holder
Secures the upper collar at the entrance to the centrifuge chamber.
2
Centrifuge arm
Holds the upper bearing holder. Lowers the filler latch if the latch is left in the raised
position when the centrifuge spins.
3
Upper bearing holder
Secures the upper bearing to the tip of the centrifuge arm.
4
AIM system lights (2)
One light is located on the
ceiling of the centrifuge
chamber, and one light is
located on the floor of the
chamber behind the gear
shroud (Figure 2-4).
Illuminate the filler and the connector to allow the AIM system to determine the position
of the interface. Each light is protected by a clear plastic cover.
5
Strobe lights (2)
Provide illumination for viewing different areas of the channel through the view port.
6
Fluid leak detector
Detects moisture in the centrifuge chamber.
7
Filler (standard filler is shown) Secures the tubing set channel, the connector, and the lines that are attached to the
connector to the centrifuge.
8
Lower bearing holder
Secures the lower bearing at the entrance to the loading port.
9
Gear shroud
Covers the centrifuge gear train.
10
Loading port
Allows access to the filler for loading the tubing set.
1
4
5
6
2
3
7
8
10
9
5
4
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