Labco SCIENTIFIC 400.003 Clinical Centrifuge User Manual

Labco SCIENTIFIC 400.003 Clinical Centrifuge

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Clinical Centrifuge User Manual. Users should read this manual carefully, follow the instructions and procedures, and beware of all the precautions when using this instrument.

WARRANTY

Warranty of centrifuge
This centrifuge is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of delivery provided that it has been operated and maintained properly.

Warranty of the rotor
The rotor is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of delivery. Do not use the rotor once it has corrosion or fatigue damage. We do not guarantee this centrifuge and the rotor under the following conditions even if within the warranty period:

1. Failures caused by incorrect installation.
2. Failures caused by rough or improper handling.
3. Failures caused by conveyance or relocation after installation.
4. Failures caused by unauthorised disassembly or modification.
5. Failures are caused by using parts of other companies, such as rotors and adapters.
6. Failures caused by natural disasters including fire, earthquakes and so on.
7. Consumables and parts have a limited guarantee period

DELIVERY
This unit is supplied with one centrifuge unit, rotor and user manual.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read the following safety precautions for a thorough understanding.

• Follow the instructions and procedures described in this manual to operate this centrifuge safely.
• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and the safety instructions on the centrifuge.
• Safety messages are labelled as indicated below. They are in combination with signal words of “WARNING” and
• “CAUTION” with the safety alert symbol to call your attention to items or operations that could be dangerous to you or other persons using this centrifuge. The definitions of signal words are as follows:

WARNING: Personal Danger
Warning notes indicate any condition or practice which could result in personal injury or possible death.
CAUTION: Possible damage to the centrifuge
Caution notes indicate any condition or practice which could result in damage or destruction of the centrifuge.
NOTE: Notes indicate an area or subject of special merit, emphasizing either the product’s capability or common errors in operation or maintenance.

• Do not operate the centrifuge in any manner not described in this User Manual. When in doubt or have any troubles with this centrifuge, ASK FOR HELP.
• The precautions described in this User Manual are carefully developed in an attempt to cover all the possible risks. However, it is also important that you are alert for unexpected incidents.

WARNING

• This centrifuge is not explosion-proof. Never use explosive or flammable samples.
• Do not install the centrifuge in or near places where inflammable gases are generated or chemicals are stored.
• Do not place dangerous materials within 30cm of the centrifuge.
• Prepare all necessary safety measures before using samples that are toxic, radioactive or contaminated with pathogenic micro-organisms. Use of these is at your own risk.
• If the centrifuge, rotor and accessories have been contaminated by solutions with toxic, radioactive or pathogenic materials, clean them according to the decontamination procedure as specified.
• To avoid electrical shocks, ensure hands are dry before handling the power cord or turning on/off the power switch.
• For safety purposes, do not enter within 30cm of this centrifuge when it is in operation.
• While the rotor is rotating, never release the door lock.
• Unauthorized repairs, disassembly, or modifying the centrifuge except by our service centre are strictly prohibited.

CAUTION

• This centrifuge must be located on a firm and level table.
• Make sure the centrifuge is horizontal before running.
• Do not move or relocate the centrifuge when it is running.
• If fluid spills in the rotor chamber, please promptly clean and dry with a dry cloth to avoid sample contamination.
• Ensure that any objects and fragments of the tubes are dropped inside the rotor chamber before r running the centrifuge.

Cautions with rotor

1. Always check for corrosion and damage on the rotor surface before using it. Do not use the rotor if an abnormality is found.
2. Do not set the speed beyond the allowable minimum speed of the rotor kits (rotor and adapters). Make sure to run it below the allowable maximum speed.
3. Do not exceed the allowable imbalance.
4. Use the rotor and tubes within their actual capacities.
5. If any abnormal condition occurs during operation, please stop it immediately and contact our service centre.
6. Notify the service center if a warning code if displayed.
7. Vibrations are likely to damage the centrifuge, contact our service centre if an abnormality is observed.

SPECIFICATIONS

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

INSTALLATION

This section describes the instructions that you should abide by when installing the centrifuge to ensure your safety and optimum performance. Before moving the centrifuge, the rotor must be removed.

WARNING
Improper power supply may damage the centrifuge. Make sure the power source conforms to the required power supply before connecting.

Location

1. Place this centrifuge on a firm, flat and level surface, and ensure the four feet of this centrifuge stand on the counter firmly.
2. Avoid installing on a slippery surface or surface prone to vibration.
3. The ideal ambient temperature is 20℃±5℃, avoid placing the centrifuge in direct sunlight if the temperature exceeds 30℃.
4. Keep clear of the centrifuge at least 10cm on both sides and at least 30cm behind it to guarantee cooling efficiency.
5. Keep away from heat or water to avoid sample temperature issues or centrifuge failures. Connection of the power cord and grounding

WARNING
To avoid electrical shocks, ensure your hands are dry when touching the power cord.
This centrifuge must be grounded properly. A minimum 10A outlet providing sufficient ground is required, and this must meet local safety requirements.

STRUCTURE

OPERATION PANEL

Main interface
In the above diagram; the speed is set to 4,500rpm, the door lock is released and the running time is 12 minutes. When the speed symbol is rotating, this indicates the centrifuge is running. If the rotation is faster, the speed is higher. The temperature of the chamber is displayed and cannot be controlled. The time symbol displays the ratio of working to time setting. The total time setting is divided into 10 sections.

Rotor Preparation
CAUTION

• Do not overload samples that may cause leaking.
• Do not exceed the actual capacity allowed in the user manual.
• Keep the tubes balanced
• Although the centrifuge can accept sample balancing by eye, we recommend that you keep this centrifuge in a well-balanced condition to extend its life expectancy.
• Never intentionally run the centrifuge under an unbalanced condition even though the allowable imbalance is not exceeded.

Inspect the rotor
Check the rotor for corrosion or scratches before using it.

CAUTION

• If any abnormality such as corrosion or scratches is found, stop using the rotor and contact our service centre.
• Only the manufacturer’s rotors must be used with the unit.
• Symmetrically load centrifuge tubes into the rotor

CAUTION

• Make sure the rotor lid is securely fixed on the rotor, as well as the rotor and shaft are tightened. Otherwise, the rotor may be moved off while rotating and cause damage to the centrifuge and rotor.
• Firmly tighten the rotor lid to the rotor.

OPERATION

CAUTION

• Do not push or lean against the centrifuge while it is running.
• Do not run the centrifuge when fragments or sample solutions are left in the centrifuge chamber. Always keep the centrifugal chamber clean.
• If the centrifuge makes a strange noise during operation, stop it immediately and contact our service centre. Notify them that the warning code is displayed.

Normal operation
Turn on the power switch, centrifuge will display the running interface last time after passing the self-diagnostic checks.

• Speed: 4500pm. Running time: 12 minutes.
• The door lock is released.

Set the operation programs
Press the button to select the required program. The parameter can be modified when the program is flashing. Rotate the program button clockwise to increase the parameter value. Rotate the program button anti-clockwise to decrease
the parameter value. Rotate the program button increment is 100 rpm, and the minimum time increment is 1 second. faster, and the parameter value will increase faster. The minimum speed

Set the speed

• Press the select button until the speed rpm is displayed.
• When the speed button is selected, the speed symbol will flash the speed value.
• The minimum speed value you can set is 500pm, and the minimum increment is 100 rpm.
• Rotate the program button clockwise to increase the speed value. Rotate the program button anti-clockwise to decrease the speed value.
• You can speed up and set the speed value by rotating the program button quickly.
• There is a circulating function to increase/decrease the speed values.
• Rotate the program button clockwise to change settings from small → large – maximum → minimum.
• Rotate the program button anti-clockwise to change settings from large → small → minimum → maximum.

Set the time

• Press the select button, time value flashes in the time setting mode.
• Rotate the program button to set the running time from 30 seconds to 99 minutes.
• When the time displays HD, this is a continuous running mode.

Start the operation

• Press the button to start running
• The door must be locked before the rotor starts spinning.
• The timer will start once the rotor starts spinning, and the screen displays the remaining run time.

View and modify the operation programs

• Operation programs can be modified after the centrifuge reaches the set speed.
• Pressing the select  button returns the display to the program interface and displays the setting programs.
• Press the select button  to the desired program.
• When flashing, rotate the parameter button to modify values.
• Release the button after 5 seconds, and the centrifuge will return to normal operation mode and run according to the new value.
• If the set time value has been modified, the operation time is not affected and will continue.

Warning display
If an error occurs during the operation, the centrifuge will brake to stop automatically and display the error code on the time/display area. The error code can be checked in Table 11-1, and corrective actions can be applied accordingly.

End the operation
The centrifuge will brake when it reaches the set time or the button is pressed. When the rotor stops rotating, the centrifuge will start beeping to alert the operation has finished.

Open the door

• The door can be released automatically when the operation has stopped.
• With the door closed you can press the button to open it.
• After ending the operation, the program will store the setting parameters of this operation and will recall these parameters when restarting the program.
•  Open the door and take out the rotor and samples.

RCF operation
Set a Kur (Kolatve Lentrtugal Farce) valuc

CAUTION

• Do not exceed the allowable maximum RCF value of the rotor and adapters.
• If no button is pressed after the speed value has been stashed after 5 seconds, the input mode will be shut down.
• Rotate the program button to input the RCF value, the RCF increment is 10x g.
• Press the select button and choose speed unit ×g, the speed symbol will flash into RCF value input status.

Set operating conditions
for the other operation, please refer above.

Pulse operation
This function is used to remove the residual samples adhered to the interior of the tubes or for quick spins.
Note. the button works only while the rotor stops and the door is locked.

1. The centrifuge goes into preparation and displays the last running values.
2. Press the knob and hold, the centrifuge will speed up to the setting speed. While releasing the press knob during acceleration, the contrituge wil start to decelerate and stop.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning
CAUTION

• If you do not follow the recommended instructions for cleaning or disinfecting this may damage the centre.

Continued

• If the centrifuge is exposed to ultraviolet rays for a long time, the colar at the daar may be changed or the label may be one of.
• After wine, cover the centrifuge with a piece of cloth to protect it from direct exposure.
• If the centrifuge needs cleaning, clean it with a cloth or sponge moistened with a neutral detergent solution.
• Sterilize the centrifuge by wiping it with a cloth moistened with 70% ethanol solution.

Raptor chamber
CAUTION

• Do not directly pour water, neutral detergent or disinfectant solution into the rotor chamber, otherwise, fluids may leak into the drive units and cause corrosion or deterioration to the bearings.
• If the rotor needs cleaning, clean it with a cloth or sponge moistened with a neutral detergent solution. Sterilize the centrifuge by wiping it with a cloth moistened with 70% ethanol solution.

Once shatt
We recommend regular maintenance for drive shalt. You can widen the drive shalt with a soft cloth. and then apply aathin coat of silicon grease.

Door

• Clean and sterilize the door using the same method as section (1) above.
• To prevent corrosion, remove the raptor from the rotor chamber. If not in use for the long term, then detach the rotor lid and turn it upside down to dry the tube holes and keep them clean.
• For sample leaks in the rotor, rinse the rotor with water. Apply a thin coat of silicon grease to the rotor when it is completely crying.
• The rotor should be checked every 3 months to ensure the tube and rotor holes are clean and a thin

TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible problems and solutions
This centrifuge has a self-diagnostic function. If a problem occurs, an error/warning code will be displayed on the time display screen, and the operator can determine the malfunction with the alarm code below. Alarm codes time-y are related to incorrect operation/ programming. You can continue running the contractual sewer implementing corrective procedures.

How to open the door
In the case of power on

CAUTION

1. The door just can be opened while the power is on and the rotor stops rotating.
2. Turn on the power switch, and release the door automatically.
3. The door will be released automatically once the operation is finished.
4. It is possible to release the door by pressing the 000% button once the rotor stops.

In the case of a power outage
The door cannot be opened automatically if there is a power outage. It is available to be opened manually as follows.

1. Ensure that the rotor has stopped rotating.
2. Listen carefully to ensure no rotating sound can be heard.
3. Insert a screwdriver into a hole to open the door.
4. Holes are located on the flat and riant sides of the unit.
5. Insert a screwdriver into the two holes and push forward to release the door.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ROTOR AND TUBES

CAUTION

• Read the instructions thoroughly, to properly load and use the rotor.
• Do not exceed the allowable maximum speed of the rotor, tube adapters etc.
• Ensure the allowable maximum speed of adapters is lower than the rotor’s maximum speed.

Rotor structure
Available rotors and adapters

Notice
The centrifuge rotor can separate samples with a density lower than 2.0g/ml. If the sample density is over 2.0g/ml, please calculate the allowable speed depending on the following formula.

Available rotors and adapters

Notice

• The centrifuge rotor can separate samples with a density lower than 2.0g/ml. If the sample density is over 2.0g/ml, please calculate the allowable speed depending on the following formula.

CALCULATE RCF
An RCF can be determined with the following calculation formula.

• RCF=1.118×r×n2×10-5
• r—rotating radius, unit: cm; n—rotating speed, unit: rpm

AFTER-SALES SERVICE
To ensure the centrifuge is safe and efficient, is necessary for regular maintenance. If centrifuge has problems, do not attempt to repair it by yourself. Contact your supplier.

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