StatSpin® Express 4 Horizontal Centrifuge
Operator’s Manual
A Division of IRIS International, Inc.
Operator’s Manual
StatSpin® Express 4
Horizontal Centrifuge
Model Number M510
For in-vitro diagnostic use
Product Number
SSH4 – StatSpin
®
Express 4 for 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
StatSpin and Iris are registered trademarks of IRIS International, Inc.
Copyright 2010
Printed in U.S.A.
Table of Contents
How to use this manual…………………………………………..……….………… ii
Section 1 ……………………………………………………………..……….……….. 1
Unpacking and Installation ..………………………………………………………...1
Inspect Packaging ………………………………………………………………...………................... 1
Verify Contents ………………………………………………………………...………. ........................ 1
Install ………………………………………………………………...………. ............................................ 1
Connect Power ………………………………………………………………...………. ........................ 1
Section 2 ……………………………………………………………..……….……….. 2
System Overview ……………………………………………………………………. .2
Principle and Intended Use ………………………………………………………………...……… 2
Symbols and Definitions ………………………………………………………... 2
Operator Controls ………………………………………………………………...……….................... 3
Error Indicators …………………………………………………………………… 3
Error Codes Table…………………………………………………………........... 4
Accessories………………………………………………………………………... 4
StatSpin Express 4 Tube Insert Guide………………………………………… 5
Section 3 ……………………………………………………………………………….. 6
Operating Instructions ……………………………………………………………… 6
Opening and Closing the Cover ………………………………………………………………… 6
Removing and Installing the Rotor ……………………………………………………………… 6
Spinning the Sample …………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Section 4 ………………………………………………………………………………..8
Maintenance ….……...…………………………………………………………..…….8
Overview ………………………………………………………………………………………………..… ... 8
Cleaning …………………………………………………………………………………………….…….... 8
Checking the Rotor Speed………………………………………………………………….…… ..... 8
Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………….…… 9
Service ………………………………………………………………………………….…… .................... 10
Section 5 …………………………………………………………………………… .. 11
Appendix …..….……...…………………………………………………………..… ..11
Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………….… 11
References………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12
Warranty………………………………………………………………………………….… ................... 13
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How to use this manual
This manual along with information contained on product labels and in package inserts should
provide you with all the information you need to operate and maintain the StatSpin® Express 4.
When the information requires special attention, a caution symbol appears next to the
italicized text.
Please pay close attention to the instructions that accompany the notes and symbols as well as the
standard laboratory practices outlined by your facility and local regulatory agencies. The table below
lists all the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS for the StatSpin® Express 4.
WARNING – Do not expose the centrifuge or its rotor to strong or concentrated acids, bases or
oxidizing agents, aromatic or halogenated hydrocarbons, esters or ketones.
WARNING – Do not operate or store centrifuge or its rotor below the 2oC minimum operating
temperature. At extreme low temperature (below -18oC) the rotor material is subject to cracking under
impact stress (such as dropping onto a hard surface).
WARNING - Do not use the supplied line cord outside of North America. Use a power cord with a
grounded male connector suitable for the power outlet being used, which is rated at 3.0 Amps or more
and has an IEC320/CEE22 female connector to attach to the centrifuge.
CAUTION – Maintain a 300 mm (11.8 inches) clearance envelope around centrifuge during operation.
Do not deposit any potentially hazardous materials within the CLEARANCE ENVELOPE.
CAUTION – Never operate the centrifuge without the rotor locked securely in place. Failure to properly
install and secure the rotor may result in damage to the centrifuge not covered by warranty.
WARNING – Inspect instrument for cracks or any physical damage to housing, cover and rotor.
Damage may result in unsafe operation; discontinue use until repairs have been performed.
CAUTION - Replace glass tubes used for rotor balancing after 10 spin cycles to reduce chances of
breakage due to the repeated stress of centrifugation. Replace Tube Inserts immediately if a tube
breaks during centrifugation.
CAUTION - The cover interlock by-pass is for emergency use only. Misuse may expose the operator to
unsafe conditions.
CAUTION – Do not spray cleaning solutions directly onto the centrifuge bowl or housing; overspray
could reach the motor bearings or internal circuitry. Subsequent damage may not be covered by
warranty. Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended,
operators should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the
equipment.
CAUTION – Unplug the centrifuge from the wall outlet before cleaning or performing maintenance.
CAUTION – Follow Universal Precautions with all biological specimens, regardless of whether the
specimen is known to contain an infectious agent. (See references)
Please use the system as intended. Improper use of the StatSpin® Express 4 Horizontal Centrifuge
and/or its accessories may cause damage to the system, inaccurate results, or potentially nullify
warranties.
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Section 1
Unpacking and Installation
Inspect Packaging
The StatSpin® Express 4 and its accessories are delivered in a single carton. If the centrifuge or
accessories have been damaged in transport, please inform your carrier immediately.
NOTE: Save the shipping carton and packing materials to facilitate return should service be required.
Verify Contents
The package contains:
One StatSpin® Express 4 horizontal centrifuge (Product No. SSH4)
One centrifuge rotor (Product No. RTH8)
Eight rotor inserts for 13x100 mm tubes (Product No. SV09)
Eight rotor inserts for 16x100 mm tubes (Product No. SV07)
One line cord for use in North America only.
One Operator’s Manual
One manual latch release tool
One 1/8 inch hex key
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Install
o Place the centrifuge on a solid level surface suitable for operation of laboratory instrumentation.
o Position the centrifuge out of direct sunlight and away from sources of intense heat or cold. Improper
conditions can cause damage to the housing, rendering unit unsafe to operate.
o See the Appendix for the acceptable range of operating temperature and humidity.
o Remove the foam shipping retainer around the rotor before operating the centrifuge.
WARNING - Maintain a 300 mm (11.8 inches) clearance around the centrifuge. Do not deposit
any potentially hazardous materials within the CLEARANCE ENVELOPE.
Connect Power
o Plug the centrifuge into a grounded outlet supplying 100-240 V @ 50-60 Hz.
o Turn on the power switch (located on the rear panel, above the line cord connector).
o When the instrument completes the power-on check it will give a two-beep ready signal. The three-
minute green indicator will illuminate. Press the stop button to release the latch and open cover.
WARNING - Do not use the supplied line cord outside of North America. Use a power cord
with a grounded male connector suitable for the power outlet being used, which is rated at 3.0
Amps or more and has an IEC320/CEE22 female connector to attach to the centrifuge.
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Principle and Intended Use
IVD
For in-vitro diagnostic use to produce the rapid separation of whole blood contained in original collection
tubes.
The StatSpin® Express 4 is a high-speed horizontal bench top centrifuge used to rapidly separate blood
components in the original sample collection tubes. Do Not centrifuge substances with a density greater
than 1.2 kg/dm3.
The horizontal rotor included with the centrifuge accepts up to 8 primary 16x100mm primary blood tubes
with a maximum volume of 10 mL per tube. The operator selects a fixed spin time of 3, 5 or 10 minutes.
The rotation speed is 5100 rpm for the 3 and 5 minute cycles, producing a centrifugal force of 4000 xg at
a rotor radius of 13.8 cm. The 10 minute cycle generates 3100 xg at 4500 rpm. This setting provides
lower g-forces for procedures which require a traditional spin.
Symbols and Definitions
Section 2
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System Overview
Product/Reference Number
Caution
Biohazard Indicates potential biohazard
Temperature limitation
EC Representative
For in vitro diagnostic use
Non-sterile Indicates a non-sterile product
Date of manufacture Indicates instrument manufacturing date
Serial Number Indicates instrument serial number
Consult Instructions
European Community Compliance to IVD Directive
Indicates the Iris Sample Processing
product/catalog number
Statement of caution/warning: Read
carefully.
Indicates storage or operating
temperature restrictions
European Community Authorized
Representative
Indicates for use only as in-vitro diagnostic
device
Refers operator to the instruction manual
for additional information
Agency Listed device with Intertek testing agency
Fuse
AC Single Phase Alternating Current
Rating: (located on serial number label,
replace with same value and type)
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