LW Scientific Zipocrit User Manual

ZIPocrit

Instruction Manual

A Safety Switch in Lid

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B 4 Capillary Capacity
C 15-Minute Timer
D Indicator Light

*HemataCHECK®

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Introduction

The LW Scientific microhematocrit centrifuge, the Zipocrit, is designed for rapid hematocrit separations in a
compact, sturdy and inexpensive unit.

*CLMA recommends that your hematocrit centrifuge PCV accuracy be calibrated quarterly using the
HemataCHEK® reference control kit. Refer to HemataCHEK product insert for calibration procedures.

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Operation

Spin only balanced loads. Use only Mylar Coated or plastic capillary tubes. Make sure that capillary tubes are placed

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opposite each other. Proper sample balancing will improve sample separation and will extend the life of the centri­fuge. Out-of-balance loads may damage the centrifuge.

Be certain to follow the instructions on the included vial of capillary tubes when drawing the specimen and sealing

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the tube. IMPORTANT: The tubes must be sealed on the dry end – the end opposite from the one in which the speci­men was drawn. Improper technique can result in the sealant and specimen leaking out into the tube shields during
centrifugation. Should this happens, the tube shields need to be replaced or removed from the rotor and thoroughly
cleaned with hot soapy water and then allowed to dry completely. Failure to do this can cause leakage and/or tube
breakage during future runs.

Set timer for 5 minutes. Unit will begin spinning at full speed (10,000 rpm).

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After unit has stopped, carefully remove the capillary tubes and hold vertically.

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Place the reader card directly behind the tube, and align the top and bottom of the fluid with the 0 and100 lines.

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The separation line should be read on the graph at the point of the separation.

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Note: The separation line will be at an angle, therefore you must read the midpoint of the angle for an accurate

percentage.

Specifications

Nominal speed: 10,000 RPM (+/- 500)*
Max. volume: 4 - 75mm capillary tubes
Max. power: 12 volt DC
Height: 4.5 inches
Width: 6 inches
Depth: 8 inches
Weight: 3.3 lbs.
Boxed dimensions: 11.5 x 10 x 7 inches
Boxed weight: 5.5 lbs.

* These are average speeds which vary slightly between units, and with load size. Please use a LW Scientif­ic tachometer for actual RPMs on your unit, and for calibration purposes.

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