4
Operation
Rotor Installation
Thermo Scientific
Multifuge 4KR
4-3
Rotor Installation
The approved rotors for the Multifuge 4KR
are listed in section
“Rotor Selection”
on
page 1-5
. Use
only the rotors and accessories from this list in the centrifuge.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the door of the centrifuge and if necessary remove any dust, foreign objects or residue from
the chamber.
Thread and o-ring must be clean and undamaged.
2. Hold the rotor over the centrifuge spindle.
3. Let the rotor slide slowly down the centrifuge spindle.
4. Thread the fastening tool into the centrifuge spindle clockwise. Hold the rotor with the other hand
into position.
5. Check if the rotor is properly installed by lifting it slightly on the handle.
6. If available close the rotor with the rotor lid.
7. Close the centrifuge door.
CAUTION
Unapproved or incorrectly combined accessories can cause serious damage to
the centrifuge.
CAUTION
Do not force the rotor onto the centrifuge spindle.
WARNING
Check for any damage to the rotor: Damaged rotors must not be used.
Keep the centrifuge spindle area of the rotor clear of objects.
CAUTION
Check that the rotor is properly locked on the centrifuge spindle before each
use by pulling it at its handle.
Be sure to check all sealings before starting any aerosol-tight applications.
See the information in the rotor instruction manual.
