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Operation
Switch on Centrifuge
4-2
Multifuge 4KR
Thermo Scientific
Switch on Centrifuge
1. Turn on the power switch on the right side of the device.
The centrifuge performs a self-check of its software. Subsequently, the following readings will be
displayed. The display shows the values from the last run.
Centrifuge Door
Check the gas springs as described below:
•
Open the centrifuge approximately 10 cm.
•
If the door remains in this position, the gas springs are working fine.
•
If the door moves downwards, the gas springs need to be replaced.
Door Opening
The door can only be opened when the centrifuge is turned on.
1. Press the
key.
Close Door
2. Close the door by pressing down on it lightly in the middle or on both sides of it. Two locks close
the door completely.
WARNING
The performance of the gas springs might diminish after some time. Do not
place you hand in the door opening when the door is not totally open.
WARNING
Do not reach into the crack between the door and the housing. The door is
drawn shut automatically.
Use the emergency release only for malfunctions and power failures (see
“Mechanical
Emergency Door Release”
on
page 6-2
).
Note
The door should audibly click into place.
WARNING
Do not reach into the crack between the door and the housing. The door is
drawn shut automatically.
Use the emergency release only for malfunctions and power failures (see
“Mechanical
Emergency Door Release”
on
page 6-2
).
CAUTION
Do not slam the door.
