Clinispin CT20 - Woodley Equipment
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1. 5 4 Disinfection Should a spill of infectious materials occur within the rotor or chamber the unit should be disinfected This should be performed by qualified personnel with proper protective equipment 5 5 Replacing fuses Check the fuse when it is recommended in the Troubleshooting Guide located in this manual The fuse holder is located in the power inlet on the rear of the unit Disconnect the power cord from the power inlet Open the fuse holder drawer by inserting a small screwdriver under the tab and prying it open Remove the innermost operative fuse from its retaining tabs and replace the fuse if necessary A spare fuse is located in the outermost chamber of the fuse drawer Replace only with a fuse of exactly the same value as the original Fuse type may be found in the Technical data section of this manual 6 Troubleshooting Guide Please refer to this guide before calling for service Centrifuge will not start Possible reason Solution Possible reason Solution Lid lock will not release Possible reason Solution Possible reason Solution Possible reason Solution Possible reason Solution No power supply Check that power is being supplied to the outlet Check that the power cord is plugged into both the wall outlet and the back of the centrifuge Check that power cord is not damaged Blown fuse Check fuse and replace if necessary Defective lid lock Open manually and have unit ser2. Operation Closing the lid Lid release Lid lock Speed selection Selection of operating time and momentary operation Starting the Centrifuge Service and Maintenance Service Cleaning Disinfection Replacing fuses Troubleshooting Where to Call Determination of g values 1 General Information This manual provides important safety information for the Clinispin CT20 laboratory centrifuge It should be kept near the centrifuge for quick and easy reference 1 1 Description The Clinispin CT20 is a small benchtop centrifuge designed for separation of various research samples The Clinispin CT20 is supplied with an 6 x 15ml rotor Adapters are available for tubes smaller than 10ml The Clinispin CT20 reaches speeds of up to 6 500rpm 4 000 x g 1 2 Safety precautions Note All users of the centrifuge must read the Safety Precautions section of this manual before attempting to operate the unit If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Do not operate the centrifuge if any of the following conditions exist The centrifuge has not been installed properly The centrifuge is partially dismantled Service has been attempted by unauthorized or unqualified personnel The rotor has not been installed securely on the motor shaft Rotors and accessories not belonging to the standard range are being used without permission being obta
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4. 1000 3 2 2000 IEC 61000 3 3 2002 IEC 61000 4 2 2001 IEC 61000 4 3 2002 IEC 61000 4 4 2004 IEC 61000 4 5 2001 IEC 61000 4 6 2003 IEC 61000 4 11 2004 Date March 27 2012 Labnet Labnet International Inc Peter Will Product Line Manager Limited Warranty Labnet International Inc warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase This warranty is valid only if the product is used for its intended purpose and within the guidelines specified in the supplied instruction manual Should this product require service contact Labnet International Inc s Service department at 732 417 0700 to receive a return authorization number and shipping instructions Products received without proper authorization will be returned All items returned for service should be sent postage prepaid in the original packaging or other suitable carton padded to avoid damage Labnet International Inc will not be responsible for damage incurred by improper packaging Labnet International Inc may elect for onsite service for larger equipment This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident neglect misuse improper service natural forces or other causes not arising from defects in original material or workmanship This warranty does not cover motor brushes fuses light bulbs batteries or damage to paint or finish Claims for transit damage should be fi
5. Clinispin CT20 User Manual C0060 WOD 230EU VVOODLEY EQUIPMENT COMPANY LTD gt Lit M00031 Rev 1 June 2012 CE va FE Gy M Intertek Safety Precautions NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS use the centrifuge in any manner not specified in these instructions operate the centrifuge without a rotor properly attached to the shaft fill tubes while they are in the rotor Liquid spillage may harm unit put hands in the rotor area unless the rotor is completely stopped move the centrifuge while the rotor is spinning use solvents or flammables near this or other electrical equipment centrifuge flammable explosive or corrosive materials centrifuge hazardous materials outside of a hood or proper containment facility load the rotor symmetrically Each tube should be counterbalanced by another tube of the same type and weight locate the centrifuge within easy access to an electrical outlet use only centrifuge tubes designed to withstand centrifugal forces of at least 4 000 xg use a wrench to tighten rotor nut Table of Contents General Information Description Safety precautions Technical data Accessories supplied with unit Warranty Installation Unpacking the centrifuge Required space Installing the centrifuge Installing the Rotor Rotors and accessories Rotor maintenance Removing and installing the angle rotor Overloading rotors
6. aste Instead it s your responsibility to correctly dispose of your equipment at lifecycle end by handing it over to an authorized facility for separate collection and recycling It s also you responsibility to decontaminate the equipment in case of biological chemical and or radiological contamination so as to protect from health hazards the persons involved in the disposal and recycling of the equipment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment please contact your local dealer from whom you originally purchased this equipment By doing so you will help to conserve natural and environmental resources and you will ensure that your equipment is recycled in a manner that protects human health Thank you Declaration of Conformity Number CE 00031 Manufacturer Labnet International Inc 31 Mayfield Ave Edison NJ 08837 USA Labnet International declares that the devices described below are in conformity with the EC directives listed In the event of unauthorized modification of any of the devices listed below this declaration becomes invalid Device Name Spectrafuge 6C Centrifuge Device Models Numbers C0060 C0060 230V Relevant EC Directives Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC RoHS 2011 65 EU WEEE 2002 96 EC Harmonized Standards EN IEC 61010 1 2001 Ed 2 IEC 61010 2 020 2006 for use with IEC 61010 1 2001 IEC 61326 1 Issued 2005 12 01 Ed 1 0 IEC 6
7. asurement 15ml 17x120mm 10ml 16x100mm 2 Max speed 6 500rpm Centrifuging radius 8 9cm RCF g value 4 000 xg Adapter for 5ml 12x75mm and 7ml 13x100mm tubes Order no C0200 17A Tube measurement 12x75mm 13x100mm or common Sarstetd style tubes Tube and tube adapter reference chart Standard Blood Sarstedt Blood Collection Tubes Collection Tubes 15x92 19x00 11x92 txos axes oxo Capacity may vary based on serum volume 3 2 Rotor maintenance The rotor should be cleaned thoroughly after each use Thorough cleaning must be performed when spinning samples containing phenol or phenol chloroform Periodically inspect the rotor for dents dings scratches discoloration and cracks If any damage to the rotor is found discontinue use of the rotor immediately and replace 3 3 Removing and Installing the angle rotor Remove the rotor screw from the motor shaft by turning the screw counterclockwise Lift the rotor upward and remove from the centrifuge Ensure that the motor shaft adapter remains on the motor shaft Figure 1 Clean the motor shaft and motor shaft adapter see figure 1 Place the rotor on the motor shaft figure 1 and over the motor shaft adapter see figure 1 and 2 Note Figure 1 and 2 are located on the following page When loading the rotor refer to figure 3 located on the following page Loading in the pattern indicated will ensure a balanced load Tubes to be loaded shou
8. e carton for any shipping damage The centrifuge is delivered in a carton with protective cushions Remove the centrifuge from the carton Retain the carton and cushions until it has been established that the centrifuge is working properly Inspect the centrifuge for any visible signs of shipping damage Shipping damage is the responsibility of the transportation carrier Any claims for damage must be filed within 48 hours The accessories supplied with the centrifuge should be kept with the instruction manual near the centrifuge s place of installation 2 2 Required space The centrifuge should be installed on a rigid even surface such as a stable laboratory bench cabinet etc To guarantee sufficient ventilation ensure that the centrifuge has at least 15cm 6 inches of free space on all sides including the rear The centrifuge should not be located in areas subject to excessive heat such as in direct sunlight or near radiators or the exhaust of a compressor as a buildup of heat may occur within the chamber 2 3 Installation Before operating the centrifuge check that the power source corresponds to that on the manufacturer s rating label then connect the power cord to the centrifuge and the power source 3 Installation or rotors and rotor maintenance 3 1 Rotors and accessories The following accessories are available for the Clinispin CT20 Angle rotor for 6 x 15ml tubes Order no Included with unit COO60 RTR Tube me
9. ined from the manufacturer to use such rotors and or accessories in the centrifuge Exception Centrifuge tubes normally available in the laboratory The centrifuge is located in an explosive atmosphere Materials to be centrifuged are combustible and or explosive Materials to be centrifuged are chemically reactive The rotor load is not properly balanced 1 3 Technical data Dimensions Width 8 25 inches Depth 9 5 inches Height 7 0 inches Maximum speed 6 500rpm Maximum RCF 4 000 xg Maximum volume 6 x 15ml Admiss density 1 2kg dm3 Electrical fuse rating 100V 50 60Hz 1 0A 1 6 AT 120V 50 60Hz 1 0A 2 5AT 230V 50 60Hz 0 6A 1 25AT 1 4 Accessories supplied with centrifuge Each unit is supplied with 1 instruction manual 1 warranty card and 1 power cord Some models are supplied with a rotor screw wrench 1 5 Warranty This centrifuge has been subject to thorough testing and quality control In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault our one year warranty from the date of delivery covers the centrifuge and the rotor This warranty becomes invalid in the case of incorrect operation use of nonstandard spare parts or accessories and unauthorized modification of the rotor or centrifuge Woodley reserves the right to make technical modifications Statements contained herein are not to be considered binding 2 Installation 2 1 Unpacking the centrifuge Before unpacking the centrifuge inspect the outside of th
10. ld be filled equally by eye The difference in the weight between the tubes should not exceed 2 3 grams A partially loaded rotor may be centrifuged if the loading scheme for balancing a rotor given in figure 3 is followed A Motor B Motor Shaft Adapter C Motor Shaft Figure 3 Loading the rotor 3 5 Overloading the rotor The maximum load of the rotor and the maximum speed have been established by the manufacturer Do not attempt to exceed these values The maximum speed of the rotor has been measured for liquids having a homogeneous density of 1 2g ml or less In order to centrifuge liquids with a higher density it is necessary to reduce the speed Failure to reduce the speed may result in damage to the rotor and centrifuge The revised maximum speed can be calculated with the following formula 1 2 Reduced speed Nred y higher density value__x max speed Nmax Example Where the density of the liquid is 1 7 the new maximum speed would be calculated as follows 1 2 Nred 17 x6 500 5 461 rpm lf in doubt concerning maximum speeds please contact the manufacturer for assistance 4 Operation ATTENTION Never attempt to operate the centrifuge with rotors or adapters that show signs of corrosion or mechanical damage Never centrifuge strongly corrosive materials that may damage the rotors or accessories 4 1 Closing the lid After the rotor has been properly secured and loaded close the centrif
11. led with the transportation carrier ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE LABNET INTERNATIONAL INC S SOLE OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AT LABNET INTERNATIONAL INC DISCRETION OF A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT LABNET INTERNATIONAL INC IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE COMMERCIAL LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow limitation on the length of implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state to state No individual may accept for or on behalf of Labnet International Inc any other obligation of liability or extend the period of this warranty Mail Warranty Registration to Register online at Labnet International Inc www labnetinternational com 31 Mayfield Ave Edison NJ 08837 3 lt cut along the dotted line To validate the warranty complete and return this card within 10 days Model Serial No Date Tested Date Rec d PO Name Title SS Phone Institution Address City State_____ Zip Postal Code Country Purchased from distributor How would you rate the quality of this product Excellent Good O Fair LJ Poor What feature s on this product
12. the centrifuge will stop automatically To stop the centrifuge prior to the expiration of set time press the start stop knob The centrifuge may be operated manually by pressing and holding the start stop knob The centrifuge will continue to run as long as the knob is depressed 4 6 Starting the centrifuge Once the time and speed have been set the centrifuge can be started by pressing the start stop knob The centrifuge will then run for the specified amount of time Service and Maintenance 5 1 Centrifuge service The Clinispin CT20 requires no routine maintenance other than the occasional routine cleaning All repairs should be performed by authorized qualified personnel only Repairs performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty 5 2 Cleaning the centrifuge Always keep the centrifuge housing rotor chamber rotor and rotor accessories clean All parts should be wiped down periodically with a soft cloth For more thorough cleaning use a neutral cleaning agent pH between 6 and 8 applied with a soft cloth Excessive amounts of liquid should be avoided Liquid should not come into contact with the motor After cleaning ensure that all parts are dried thoroughly by hand or 6 in a warm air cabinet maximum temperature 50 C 5 3 Cleaning the rotor The rotor should be cleaned after each use When spinning samples containing phenol or phenol chloroform the rotor should be cleaned immediately after use
13. uge lid making sure that the interlock has been engaged 9 4 2 Lid release Following a run the centrifuge will display will show flashing 00 This signals the end of a run and the lid can now be opened by pressing the lid knob left Note that the lid can not be opened until the display flashes 00 and the rotor has stopped WARNING Do not attempt to open the lid of any centrifuge until the rotor has come to a complete stop In the event of a power failure or malfunction it may be necessary to open the lid manually 1 Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket 2 Remove the plastic plug located on the left side of the unit below the quick button 3 Pull the cord attached to the plug to open the lid lock manually 4 3 Lid lock The centrifuge can be started only with the lid securely closed Do not attempt to open the lid until the end of run signal 00 is displayed 4 4 Speed selection The speed rpm can be selected from 300 to 6 500rpm with the knob right The set speed can be viewed at all times on the large LED display right 4 5 Selection of operating time and momentary operation Time can be selected in half minute intervals from 0 5 to 10 minutes and in one minute intervals from 11 to 30 minutes Time can also be set to continuous hold by turning the timer knob past the thirty minute position This will display the continuous setting On When the preselected time expires
14. viced No power from PC board Call for service Lid lock is jammed Call for service Centrifuge is not receiving power See Centrifuge will not start Centrifuge cannot be started although power is on Possible reason Solution Lid not closed correctly Close lid correctly T 8 Possible reason No speed or time has been selected Solution Set speed and or time Centrifuge displays error 03 Possible reason Lid opened prior to signal 00 Solution Close lid and open lid Where to call Should you have any questions about the Clinispin CT20 or its accessories please contact Woodley Equipment Company UK Woodley Equipment Company USA Tel 44 0 8456 777 001 Tel 1 800 471 9200 Fax 44 0 8456 777 002 Fax 1 508 625 1721 www woodleyequipment com www woodleyequipment com Enquiries may also be sent via email at sales woodleyequipment com For all service repair enquiries please have the unit s serial number located on the back panel of the instrument available when calling Determination of g values The centrifuging radius of the 15ml rotor is 8 5cm for round bottom tubes and 8 2 for conical bottom tubes See Section 3 1 for the correct radius when using adapters and smaller tubes The chart on the next page can be used to determine g values EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL This equipment is marked with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol to indicate that this equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted w
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