A
Rotor Care Guide
Rotor Maintenance
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Sorvall LYNX 4000 / 6000
Thermo Scientific
Scoring to the bottom of the
rotor (outside of cone area)
•
Gently place rotor on the centrifuge
spindle.
Clean with non-abrasive cloth and mild
detergent.
•
Inspect centrifuge mated parts for burrs
and ensure no debris in centrifuge chamber.
•
Store rotor on rotor stand or soft surface.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation or replacement.
Damage to the rotor drive
pins
•
Gently place rotor on the centrifuge
spindle.
•
Ensure rotor is securely locked to
centrifuge drive.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
replacement of rotor hub adapter or
replace rotor depending on degree
of damage/corrosion.
Pitting from corrosion in the
bottom of tube cavity
(metal rotors)
•
Ensure rotor is dried thoroughly between
runs.
•
Clean rotor immediately after use and
when exposed to chemicals with approved
solvent.
•
Remove adapters after use, rinse and dry.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation.
Cracked or de-laminated
rotor
•
Avoid sharp impact.
•
Avoid harsh chemicals
•
Clean the surface of rotor and coat with
a thin layer of oil to prevent corrosion.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation.
Damage to rotor tie-down
threads
•
Avoid cross threading of parts.
•
Never use metallic or abrasive
objects to clean.
•
Clean and lubricate regularly.
Replace rotor tie-down
assembly.
Damage to bucket seats
•
Lubricate buckets regularly.
•
Slide buckets into place carefully to
avoid dropping or forcing into position.
Replace rotor bucket set.
Windshield damage
•
Avoid banging or dropping.
•
Do not exceed rotor's maximum
compartment mass.
•
Ensure windshield area is free of
debris.
Replace rotor to avoid vibration that
will wear the drive.
Rotor bucket cap damage
• Avoid cross threading of parts.
•
Never use metallic objects to clean.
•
Clean and lubricate regularly.
Replace rotor bucket caps and
return set for rebalancing (if
applicable).
Rotor bucket damage
•
Avoid banging or dropping
•
Do not exceed rotor's maximum
compartment mass.
•
Ensure buckets are free of debris.
Replace rotor buckets or return
bucket set for rebalancing.
Potential Damage
Preventive Measures
Recommended Action
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