instruction manual for the z100-a clinical centrifuge c0100-a
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1. esseeesssesessesessereesssersseeressseesssseessseees 7 8 General Information This manual is intended for use with the Z100 A C0100 A Centrifuge 1 1 Description The Z100 A is a small bench top centrifuge designed for sedimentation of various samples The Z100 A has a builtin angle rotor capable of running up to to 4 000 rpm 1 900 x g This product is for research only wy Safety precautions to be observed before operating the centrifuge Do not operate if The centrifuge has not been installed correctly The centrifuge is partly dismantled Service has been attempted by non authorized or non qualified personnel Rotors and accessories are not part of the standard range of accessories or have been obtained without the prior permission of the manufacturer Exception tubes and bottles made of glass or plastic normally available in the laboratory and designed for centrifugation The centrifuge is to be used in explosive atmospheres You intend to centrifuge combustible and explosive materials You intend to centrifuge materials which are chemically reactive If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired 1 3 Technical Data Model No C0100 A Dimensions Width 295mm 11 6inch Depth 348mm _ 13 7inch Height 101mm 10 1 inch Weight 5 5kg 121bs Max speed 4 000rpm Max volume 90 ml 6x 15ml2. INSTRUCTION MANUAL THE Z100 A CLINICAL CENTRIFUGE C0100 A January 2005 Labnet International Inc INDEX 1 7 General Information narmin niie aa e e AE EAEE ae Lek DE a a1 CO a A E ET 1 2 Safety precautions to be observed before operating the centrifuge 1 3 Techmealdat stresinin a a aE EAE aTi l4 ACCESSOTIE Sacaron a a a a ai aa 15e Warranty esd orean eaea pews dat vcs aE ra ya Sats AREE EEE EAVES SEENE Installation scckuiSucsdateewestanoriaaentes 2 1 Unpacking the centrifuge 2 2 Required space 2 3 Cushion Installation 2 4 Centrifuge Installation Operation moises as 3 1 Closing the lid 3 2 TEA TELEASS ineas 3 3 AMIE lock oaeee 3 4 Startingthe centrifuge Proper use of the Rotor 4 1 Overloading the rotor sseseesssessseseesssreesserrsssresssseessseessssresssseessereessseee 42 Balanicin the rotor cere e nnes ae eaae EAE EATE EET ra Service and M int nanc issnrsiniicsssiisssiisiseeiike iessen iiss 5 1 Service of centrifuge sseeesseseessseessseresssreessrersseressssresssreessseees Cleaning the centrifuge iinis ieas AEEA E EEEa ISTIC ION ersan a a A O A a pasate 4 Cleaning the centrifuge after breakage of glass tubes or bottles EO Replacing FUSES a ninrin aeei EEEE E s 5 5 Troubleshooting guide sseeseeeesssesessesesssseessesressseeesseresseressssressseressseressseessseee Chart for determining RCF g value
3. To guarantee sufficient ventilation please ensure that the centrifuge has at least 15 cm free space on all sides including the rear It is recommended that the centrifuge is not situated in a location subject to excessive heat e g strong sunlight radiators etc as heat build up can occur within the centrifuge bowl Cushion Installation Before inserting any tubes into the centrifuge the rubber cushions must first be properly installed To install the cushions turn a 10 or 15ml round bottom tube upside down and place the cushion on top Then remove the rotor sheild and place it on top of the tube while pushing the cushion into the end of the sheild Then reinsert the shield 2 4 Centrifuge Installation 1 Make certain that the timer is set for the off position Before operating the centrifuge check that the power source corresponds to that on the manufacturer s rating label then connect the power cord to a properly grounded outlet ATTENTION Ensure that the timer is in the OFF position before connecting the power cord 3 Operation ZN ATTENTION Never operate the centrifuge if the rotor shows any signs of corrosion or mechanical damage Never operate with strongly corrosive materials 3 1 3 2 Closing the lid mter the rotor has been properly loaded close the centrifuge id Lid release The lid button must be pushed to open the lid after a centrifuge run has been complete
4. Max RCF 1 900x g Maximum Admiss density 1 2kg dm Rotor radius 10 62cm Timer 0 to 30 minutes or continuos Electrical ratings 120 V 50 60 Hz 1 Amp The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical modifications 1 4 Accessories Accessories supplied with each centrifuge unit One 6x 15ml rotor One Instruction manual One Warranty card Six Rubber Cushions Aditional accessories available C0200 17A Combination adapters for 5ml and 7ml tubes 6pk C0230 17A Combination adapters for 5ml and 7ml tubes 4pk Warranty This centrifuge has been subject to thorough testing and quality control In the unlikely event of any manufacturing faults occuring our one year warranty from date of delivery covers the centrifuge and the rotors This warranty becomes void in case of incorrect operation use of non appropriate spare parts or accessories and non authorized modification of the rotor or the centrifuge 2 Installation 2 1 Unpacking the centrifuge The centrifuge is delivered in a carton with two or more formed foam blocks Please retain the carton and the blocks until it has been established that your unit is working properly The accessories supplied with the centrifuge should be kept with the instruction manual near the centrifuge s place of installation Required space The centrifuge should be installed on a rigid even surface The Z100 A should only be operated on a stable laboratory table bench etc
5. could result to the centrifuge Be sure to remove the rotor shields and clean thoroughly If glass or other material has gotten into the centrifuge enclosure the enclosure must be removed for cleaning Replacing fuses Check the fuse when it is recommended in the Troubleshooting Guide The fuse holder is located underneath the unit Unplug the unit Unscrew the fuse holder and remove the fuse Replace a blown fuse with a fuse of equivalant rating and type 6 Troubleshooting guide Centrifuge will not start Possible reason No power supply Solution Check main power supply and centrifuge fuse Possible reason Blown fuse Solution Check fuse and replace if necessary see 5 5 Lid cannot be released Possible reason Lid lock is jammed Push front of lid down while pushing release button Centrifuge cannot be started although power is on Possible reason Lid not closed correctly Solution Close lid correctly push down on front of lid Possible reason No speed or time has been selected Solution Check and set the time or speed Possible reason Blown fuse Solution Check fuse and replace if necessary see 5 5 Should you have any questions about the centrifuge and its accessories or require service please contact the Labnet International Service Department at 1 888 522 6381 Please have the unit s serial number located on the back panel of the instru ment available when calling Do not send in a u
6. d Lid lock The centrifuge can only be started with the lid closed Do not attempt to open the lid until the rotor comes to a complete stop Starting the centrifuge To start the centrifuge select the desired run time by turning the time knob in a clockwise direction If performing a continuous run turn the time knob counter clockwise into the hold position Once a run time is selected a given speed must be selected in order to start the centrifuge The speed rpm can be selected between 1 000 and 4 000 rpm by turning the knob to the 1 2 3 and 4 speed marks To select a speed turn the speed knob to the 2 posistion to activate then proceed by turning the knob to the desired speed At the end of the preselected time the centrifuge stops automatically To stop the centrifuge prior to the selected time turn the timer knob to the OFF position NOTE The clinical centrifuge is calibrated at 120 volts line voltage Operating the centrifuge at a line voltage other than 120V can significantlly impact the speed settings below 2 000 RPM 4 Proper loading of the rotor 4 1 The rotor has been designed to handle samples with a maximum density of 1 2g ml Tubes should not be run with any substance having a density above 1 2g ml When loading the rotor you should proceed according to sketch A Fill the tubes equally by eye and insert them into the tube shields of the rotor The difference in weight between the tub
7. es should not exceed 2 3 grams A partially loaded rotor may be centrifuged For example you may operate a 6 place rotor with 2 3 or 4 loaded tubes but it is important that the occupied tube shields are symetrically arranged see sketch A Sketch A Examples of properly loaded rotors empty tube O shields loaded tube shields Service and Maintenance 5 1 Service of centrifuge Ther is no routine maintenance or service required on the centrifuge other than occasional cleaning General cleaning of the centrifuge Always keep the centrifuge housing rotor and rotor accessories clean by wiping down with a damp cloth Do not use harsh cleaners or detergants on the lid or housing surfaces as it may affect the plastic After cleaning ensure that all parts are dried thoroughly by hand or ina warm air cabinet max temp 50 C Disinfection The centrifuge should be disinfected periodically and before shipping the unit for service The centrifuge rotor area and rotor shields should be wiped with alcohol or other disinfecting agents Do not allow the alcohol or disinfectant to sit on the units lid or housing as it may affect or discolor the plastic Cleaning the centrifuge after breakage of glass tubes or bottles With high g values there is a possibility that tube breakage can occur Should this happen the centrifuge rotor must be thoroughly cleaned and all broken particles removed If this is not done damage
8. nit for service without first calling to obtain a repair authorization number and a decontamination form Should the cen trifuge need service be sure to decontaminate it and enclose the decontamination from The unit should be properly packed to avoid damage Any damage resulting from improper packing shall be the responcibility of the user Chart for determining g values See section 1 3 for the correct radius of your rotor Note the use of tube adapters will change this radius To determine the relative centrifugal force RCF value This value is the multiplier to the gravitational pull of the earth g Nomogram is based on formula below where RCF relative centrifugal force g RPM centrifuge speed in revolutions per minute Radius distance in mm from center of centrifuge spindle to bottom ol Amicon device when in rotor RCF 1 118 x 10 Radius in mm
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