Johnson 5150, 5160 User manual

Pub. No. 6902118
Issued: 2008-10-15

Centrifuge User’s Guide - Model 5150-60

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MTS Centrifuge™ User’s Guide

MTS Centrifuge™ User’s Guide

This guide describes how to install, use, and maintain the MTS Centrifuge™.

Intended Use

The MTS Centrifuge™ is a precision bench-top, single speed instrument
designed specifically for the ID-MTS™ Gel Test™.

The MTS Centrifuge™ is intended for centrifugation of the ID-MTS™ Gel
Card.

Description

The MTS Centrifuge™ is designed and manufactured to use the principle of
centrifugal force to yield an appropriate cell migration in the microtube of the
ID-MTS™ Gel Card.

The centrifuge is designed with a preset time and speed to ensure consistent
results. The centrifuge time is controlled by a pre-programmed timer that will
apply power to the motor for 10 minutes. This time cannot be changed.

The MTS Centrifuge™ Model 5150-60 will reach a speed of 895 ±25 RPM
(revolutions per minute); 80-90 RCF (Relative Centrifugal Force) and has a
time of 10 minutes. The centrifuge’s rotor head accommodates up to 24
ID-MTS™ Gel Cards.

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Precautions and Limitations

This guide includes the following topics:

Precautions and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Warnings, Cautions, and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Unpacking and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Schematic Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Precautions and Limitations

Precautions

 The electric plug is 3-prong type for safe grounding. If the wall outlet is

not the grounded type, an approved adapter must be used.

 Only authorized service personnel should make repairs and adjustments.

 Never attempt to open the drawer while the rotor is spinning; serious

injury may result.

 Personal injury and instrument damage is possible if this centrifuge is

operated with a rotor not specified by MTS.

 Always position ID-MTS™ Gel Cards to maintain balance in the

centrifuge. The following diagram shows some examples of balanced
arrangements.

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Figure 1. Examples of balanced ID-MTS™ Gel Card arrangements

Precautions and Limitations

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 If the power is interrupted, and remains off, the door will not automatically

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open. The drawer may be opened using the release safety latch once the
rotor has come to a complete stop.

 If power is momentarily interrupted, the timer will reset to zero (a blank

timer display), the tachometer RPM display will show the appropriate
speed during spin down, and the drawer will open automatically when the
rotor head has come to a complete stop.

 If you need to leave during the centrifugation process, you may choose to

set a second, independent timer for 10 minutes. If the centrifuge stops and
time remains on the second timer, you will know there has been an
interruption in power.

CAUTION: Incorrect results may occur if the ID-MTS™ Gel Cards are

not centrifuged for the preset time. If the centrifuge is
interrupted, discard the ID-MTS™ Gel Cards and repeat
the tests when you can monitor the centrifuge for the entire
ten minute period.

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Warnings, Cautions, and Symbols

Limitations

 The centrifuge cannot be started until the drawer is closed and latched.

 The centrifuge cannot be started while the rotor is in motion.

If the rotor spins slightly when closing the drawer, wait 1 to 2 seconds
before pressing the Start button to ensure the rotor head has stopped
moving.

 Do not press the Start button while the centrifuge drawer is open. If the

Start button is pressed with the drawer open, the timer will display 10:00
and may start to count down if the rotor is put in motion (spun).

To reset the timer to 10:00 with the drawer still open, press the Start button
a second time.

To clear the timer with the drawer still open, press the Stop button twice.

 ID-MTS™ Gel Cards placed incorrectly in the card holders of the rotor

head can give incorrect results. Always verify ID-MTS™ Gel Cards are
seated firmly in the card holders.

Warnings, Cautions, and Symbols

Warnings

 To avoid the risk of electric shock, read all instructions before plugging in

the centrifuge.

 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the Electronics Cover

or Back Panel.

 To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to water or

moisture.

 Only trained personnel should complete the installation procedures. Do

not attempt to operate this centrifuge before thoroughly reading the
instructions in the following topics beginning on page 9: “Unpacking and

Installation”, “Controls and Indicators”, and “Operation”.

 Never perform the safety interlock release procedure when the rotor is still

turning. Opening the drawer will expose rotating parts; serious injury may
result.

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Warnings, Cautions, and Symbols

 Do not bypass the drawer safety interlock as a routine operation; serious

injury may result.

 Electrical grounding of the MTS Centrifuge™ is accomplished with the

three-prong plug included with the instrument. If the intended wall outlet
is a grounded (three wire) type, the instrument will be grounded
automatically.

 If the intended wall outlet is not the grounded type, use an approved

adapter. Make sure the grounding lead on the adapter is firmly attached
to a grounded receptacle box before operating the instrument.

 Extension cords should also be three-wire type.

 NEVER attempt to open the drawer while rotor is spinning.

 Personal injury and instrument damage is possible if this centrifuge is

operated with a rotor not specified by MTS.

Cautions

 If you hear excessive or loud banging sounds, press the Stop button

immediately. The centrifuge will spin down for two minutes and then
release the latch. Open the drawer carefully and inspect for problems.

Note: A slight rattle or squeak may be heard during the first minute of

each cycle.

 Always balance the ID-MTS™ Gel Cards in the rotor head before closing

the drawer for a run.

 Do not attempt to override the latch release by turning the power switch

off and on. This could cause damage to the electronics of the instrument.

Symbols

These symbols are located on back panel and inside of the electronics
compartment.

 The Caution symbol indicates a possible hazardous

situation. Non-compliance with this instruction may lead to
minor physical injury or damage to property.

 Inside the centrifuge, the Caution symbol indicates the

Safety Latch Interlock Release mechanism. Use the safety
latch only during an electrical power failure or servicing.

 The Ground symbol identifies any terminal connected to a

protective earth ground.

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Specifications

Specifications

The centrifuge time is controlled by a pre-programmed timer that applies
power to the motor for 10 minutes. Time and speed are pre-set at the factory
and cannot be changed.

Instrument size and weight

Height 5.75 in (14.37 cm)

Width 13.50 in (33.75 cm)

Depth 19.25 in (48.12 cm)

Weight 14.00 lb (6.36 Kg)

Electrical requirements for Model 5150-60

Voltage 110-120 VAC

CAUTION: The main supply voltage should

not exceed ±10% of the nominal
voltage.

Frequency 60 Hz

Power 110 VA

Amps 3.0

Environmental Conditions

Temperature
(operating)

5-40° C

Performance

Rotor Head The rotor head accommodates up to 24

ID-MTS™ Gel Cards.

Speed/Time 895 RPM ±25 (80-90 RCF) for

10:00 minutes ±10 seconds

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