Instructions for use
Rotor FA-45-48-11, FA-45-30-11, FA-45-24-11-Kit, FA-45-16-17
English (EN)
This document supplements the operation manual Centrifuge 5430/5430 R and does not replace it. Therefore, please also read the operating manual before starting up the rotors for the first time. You can find the current version on the Internet at www.eppendorf.com.
1Product description
The rotors FA-45-48-11, FA-45-30-11, FA-45-24-11-Kit, and FA-45-16-17 are aerosol-tight fixed-angle rotors for Centrifuge 5430/5430 R. The rotors feature a quick-lock rotor lid (QuickLock®).
Rotor |
Maximum capacity |
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FA-45-48-11 |
48 micro test tubes with a volume of 2.0 mL |
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FA-45-30-11 |
30 micro test tubes with a volume of 2.0 mL |
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FA-45-24-11-Kit |
24 micro test tubes with a volume of 2.0 mL or 24 Spin Columns |
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FA-45-16-17 |
16 micro test tubes with a volume of 5.0 mL |
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2Safety notes
WARNING! Risk to health due to limited aerosol tightness with incorrect rotor/ rotor lid combination.
Aerosol-tight centrifugation is guaranteed only if the rotors and rotor lids intended for this purpose are used. The designation of aerosol-tight fixed-angle rotors always starts with FA.The aerosol-tight rotors and rotor lids of this centrifuge are additionally marked with a red ring on the rotor and a red rotor lid screw.
For aerosol-tight centrifugation, always simultaneously use rotors and rotor lids which are marked as aerosol-tight in the centrifuge intended for the corresponding purpose. The details specifying in which centrifuge you may use the aerosol-tight rotors and rotor lids can be found on the rotor and, beginning from production date of October 2003, on the upper side of the rotor lid.
Only use aerosol-tight rotor lids in combination with rotors which are marked on the rotor lid.
WARNING! Damage to health as a result of limited aerosol tightness and incorrect usage.
Autoclaving, mechanical stresses and contamination by chemicals or other aggressive solvents can impair the aerosol-tightness of the rotors and rotor lids.
Check the integrity of the seals of the aerosol-tight rotor lids or caps before each use.
Only use aerosol-tight rotor lids or caps if the seals are undamaged and clean.
Lightly grease the threads of the rotor lid screw with pivot grease after every proper autoclaving (121 °C, 20 min.) (Order no.: International 5810 350.050, North America 022634330).
Replace aerosol-tight rotor lids and caps after 50autoclaving cycles.
For QuickLock rotor lids, the seal must be replaced after 50 autoclaving cycles.
Never store aerosol-tight rotors or buckets closed.
Instructions for use
2Rotor FA-45-48-11, FA-45-30-11, FA-45-24-11-Kit, FA-45-16-17 English (EN)
NOTICE! The rotor lid screw may become loose if it is improperly handled.
The lock on aerosol-tight QuickLock rotor lids may become loose if it is used to hold the rotor.
Never hold or transport the locked rotor on the rotor lid screw.
Always pick up the rotor using both hands.
3Operation
3.1Closing the QuickLock rotor lid
1. Check that the outer sealing ring is seated correctly in the groove.
2. Vertically fit the rotor lid on the rotor.
3. To lock the rotor, turn the red rotor lid screw clockwise, beyond an audible click until the stop is reached.
The rotor is not closed properly until an audible click is heard!
If the closing system is difficult to operate apply a thin layer of pivot grease to the pins in the rotor lid screw.
3.2Retrofitting older centrifuges
You can view the software version on your device’s display shortly after switching on the device. Retrofitting may only be carried out by a trained service technician. If you require retrofitting, please contact your dealer.
Rotor |
Operation possible without retrofit |
Retrofit of older devices possible |
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FA-45-24-11-Kit |
from software version 1.0 onwards |
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FA-45-30-11 |
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FA-45-48-11 |
5430: |
5430: |
FA-45-16-17 |
from software version 4.4 onwards |
from serial number 10000 |
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onwards |
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5430 R |
5430 R: |
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• with software version 1.5 |
from software version 1.0 onwards |
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• from software version 2.2 onwards |
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