Labnet Z100A User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FOR

THE

Z100-A

CLINICAL

CENTRIFUGE

C0100-A

January 2005

INDEX P AGE

1. General Information........................................................................................ 2

1.1 Description ............................................................................................ 2

1.2 Safety precautions to be observed before operating the centrifuge ...... 2

1.3 Technical data........................................................................................ 2

1.4 Accessories........................................................................................... 3

1.5 Warranty ................................................................................................ 3

2. Installation....................................................................................................... 3

2.1 Unpacking the centrifuge ....................................................................... 3

2.2 Required space...................................................................................... 3

2.3 Cushion Installation ............................................................................... 3

2.4 Centrifuge Installation............................................................................ 4

3. Operation ........................................................................................................ 4

3.1 Closing the lid........................................................................................ 4

3.2 Lid release ............................................................................................. 4

3.3 Lid lock ................................................................................................ 4

3.4 Starting the centrifuge............................................................................ 4

4. Proper use of the Rotor

4.1 Overloading the rotor ............................................................................ 5

4.2 Balancing the rotor ................................................................................ 5

5. Service and Maintenance ................................................................................ 6

5.1 Service of centrifuge ............................................................................. 6

5.2 Cleaning the centrifuge .......................................................................... 6

5.3 Disinfection ........................................................................................... 6

5.4 Cleaning the centrifuge after breakage of glass tubes or bottles ........... 6

5.5 Replacing fuses ..................................................................................... 6

6. Troubleshooting guide.................................................................................... 7

7. Chart for determining RCF (g-value).............................................................. 8

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1. General Information - This manual is intended for use with the Z100-A

(C0100-A) Centrifuge.

1.1 Description
The Z100-A is a small bench top centrifuge designed for

sedimentation of various samples. The Z100-A has a
built in anglerotor capable of running up to to 4,000 rpm (1,900 x g.)
This product is for research only.

1.2 Safety precautions to be observed before operating the centrifuge

!

Do not operate if:

- The centrifuge has not been installed correctly .

- The centrifuge is partly dismantled.

- Service has been attempted by non-authorized or non-qualified
personnel.

- Rotors and accessories are not part of the standard range of accessories
or have been obtained without the prior permission of the
manufacturer .
Exception: tubes and bottles made of glass or plastic normally available
in the laboratory , and designed for centrifugation.

- The centrifuge is to be used in explosive atmospheres.

- You intend to centrifuge combustible and explosive materials.

- You intend to centrifuge materials which are chemically reactive.

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

1.3 Technical Data

Model No. C0100-A

Dimensions:
Width 295 mm (11.6 inch)
Depth 348 mm (13.7 inch)
Height 101 mm (10.1 inch)
Weight 5.5 kg / 12 lbs
Max. speed 4,000 rpm
Max. volume 90 ml (6 x 15ml)
Max. RCF 1,900 x g
Maximum Admiss. density 1.2 kg/dm
Rotor radius 10.62 cm
Timer 0 to 30 minutes or continuos

Electrical ratings 120 V/50-60 Hz, 1 Amp

The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical modifications

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