Thermo Sorvall T3 User manual

Sorvall
T3/G3

User’s Manual

Analyze • Detect • Measure • Control

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Sorvall
T3/G3

User’s Manual

T3/G3

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Preface

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Packing List

 75002385 T3 230V 50/60 Hz
 75002386 T3 120V 60 Hz
 75002396 T3 100V 50/60 Hz

 75002387 RT3 230V 50/60 Hz
 75002388 RT3 120V 60 Hz
 75002397 RT3 100V 50 Hz
 75002399 RT3 100V 60 Hz

 75003432 G3 230V 50/60 Hz
 75003431 G3 120V 60 Hz
 75003428 G3 100V 50/60 Hz

 75003434 RG3 230V 50/60 Hz
 75003433 RG3 120V 60 Hz
 75003429 RG3 100V 50 Hz
 75003444 RG3 100V 60 Hz

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Centrifuge 

11290098 User manual 1 

CE Declaration of compliance 1 

Manual lid opening instructions 1 

Imbalance protection instructions 1 

64227001 Mains cord 1 

26227005 Toolbox:

11210935 • Rotor removal tool 1 

85241084 • Emergency unlooking tool 1 

86000897 • 12 and 13 mm wrench 1 

For missing parts call your nearest Thermo representative

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Declaration of compliance

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Contents

Use and Function........................................................................................1-1

User Manual......................................................................................1-1

Warning Symbols ..............................................................................1-1

Description ......................................................................................1-1

Refrigeration and Heating Systems....................................................1-2

Drive System ....................................................................................1-3

Safety Interlock System ....................................................................1-3

Imbalance Detection System ............................................................1-3

Relative Centrifugal Force ................................................................1-4

Specifications ............................................................................................2-1

Dimensions and Weight....................................................................2-1

Centrifugation Specifications ............................................................2-1

Electrical Specifications ....................................................................2-2

Installation ..................................................................................................3-1

Environmental Conditions................................................................3-1

Unpacking ........................................................................................3-1

Positioning........................................................................................3-2

Mains Supply ....................................................................................3-2

Lid Opening and Rotor Checking ....................................................3-3

Manual Lid unlocking Procedure ......................................................3-3

Performance and Accessories ............................................................3-5

TTH751 Swing-out Rotor - Cat. N°: 11210936 ..............................3-5

Angle Rotors ....................................................................................3-8

Instructions for Use....................................................................................4-1

Controls and Indicators ....................................................................4-1

Display Screens ................................................................................4-2

Control Panel Functions ..................................................................4-2

Control Panel Indicators ..................................................................4-3

Description of Certain Events with Respect to the Control System ....4-4

Preparing the First Run of the Day ..................................................4-6

Sample Loading ................................................................................4-6

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

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Hazards, Precautions and Limitations of Use ......................................5-1

IEC 1010-2-020................................................................................5-1

Cautions............................................................................................5-1

Speed Control ..................................................................................5-2

Operational Limitations ....................................................................5-2

Aerosol Risks ....................................................................................5-2

Service and Maintenance ........................................................................6-1

Periodic Cleaning..............................................................................6-1

Contamination Hazards ....................................................................6-1

Disinfection ......................................................................................6-2

Radioactive Decontamination ..........................................................6-2

Power Supply Circuit Breaker............................................................6-3

Rotor Removal..................................................................................6-3

Trunnion Lubrication........................................................................6-3

Chemical Compatibility Table for Rotors, Tubes and Accessories......6-4

Disposal of Product....................................................................................7-1

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 1 Use and Function

The user manual is part of the centrifuge, and contains important
information for your safety and for the best use of the equipment

Always keep the manual close to the appliance and in a safe place,
so that it is always available. Thermo strongly recommends that all
users read this manual carefully.

The following symbols are provided to help the operator take
advantage of the protection afforded by the equipment and to warn of
potential danger.

On the main switch, allows centrifuge to operate. L

On the main switch, disconnects the centrifuge from the main power
supply. L

Only authorized personnel can touch the parts close to this symbol
and, in any case, only after switching off the main power supply.

Coming in contact with high voltages could cause severe injuries.

L

In this manual, this symbol means that you will find important
information for safety, which if unobserved could result in damage to
the appliance and/or harm to the operator. L

In this manual, this symbol means that you will find important
information about minimizing biological risk: if unobserved the
result could be harm to the operator. L

The T3/G3 centrifuges are designed for laboratory use.

They will separate the components of fluids into layers of varying
density by subjecting them to high forces.

Centrifugal force provided by the centrifuge can also be used to drive
solvents and low molecular weight solutes through the membrane of a
filtering device. Retained macrosolutes will therefore be found above
the membrane.

User Manual

Warning Symbols

Description

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Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF) generated by a rotor is directly
proportional to its sedimentation useful radius and to the value of its
speed squared.

A control system permits the user, through an extremely intuitive
control panel, to set and control the speed, the g-force, the temperature
(on the thermostated and refrigerated versions) and the run time, as
well as to view different messages and warnings.

The T3/G3 Rare ventilated unit. A permanent air circulation reduces
the heat level in the bowl.

However the temperature in the bowl can reach 10 °C above the
ambient temperature after hours of continuous operation.

The T3/G3 Rare equipped with a powerful refrigeration system that
allows samples to be processed at low temperature. The refrigerant,
R134a, is free of CFC (Chloro-Fluoro-Carbons) in accordance with the
Montreal Protocol directions for preservation of the ozone layer in the
atmosphere.

The actual temperature in the bowl is continuously displayed on the
front panel of the centrifuge. Under certain conditions (high speed,
long duration runs) the sample temperature can be higher than the
bowl temperature on the display. In this case, the user may compensate
manually after empirical determination of the temperature differential.

The lid should remain closed when the refrigeration system is in use to
avoid condensation.

The centrifuge has a rubber hose that allows condensation to be
drained from the bowl. The drain hose exits at the back of the
machine. Near the drain hose you can find the following label:

To remove condensation, please follow this procedure:

• Switch off the centrifuge and disconnect the power.

• Put a small basin under the hose.

• Unplug the hose.

Refrigeration and

Heating Systems

Condensation drain on

refrigerated units

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• Drain the centrifuge bowl.

• Insert the plug back into the hose.

Attention Do not remove the plug from the drain hose during
centrifugation. L

A three phase brushless motor drives the rotating equipment. The rotor
is contained in a sealed, armor plated centrifugation chamber.

The brushless motor requires no maintenance. A control system
ensures the correct drive speed, which is continuously monitored.

The T3/G3 centrifuge series are equipped with an interlock system that
assures two basic safety features:

• The run cannot be started if the lid is not correctly closed.

• The centrifuge lid cannot be opened if the rotor is running.

The centrifuge will not operate until the lid is closed and latched in
place.

The lid remains latched until the rotor stops spinning. The lid access
lamp indicates when the rotor has stopped: consequently the handle on
the right hand side of the centrifuge can be used to open the lid.

If a power failure occurs, access to the samples in the centrifuge is
possible via a manual lid opening procedure (see appropriate
paragraph). For this operation a special tool (supplied with the
centrifuge) is required.

Bypass the interlock system only under emergency conditions as the
rotor could still be rotating.

The T3/G3 centrifuge series are equipped with a load imbalance
detector.

In case of excessive imbalance, the load imbalance indicator LED is
illuminated and the brake is applied immediately. The rotor will be
decelerated to rest in few seconds.

As soon as the motor stops, open the centrifuge and redistribute the
samples to produce an equal weight on diametrically opposite sides.

If the message persists, despite your efforts to balance the load, call
your Thermo Service representative.

Drive System

Safety Interlock

System

Imbalance Detection

System

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Relative Centrifugal

Force

Note Imbalance tolerance depends upon the rotor in use. The

centrifuge will tolerate 15 gr. of imbalance with the TTH751 rotor
equipped with standard buckets. Carefully balance the sample load to
avoid actuating the imbalance detection system. If the protection has
not been removed from the imbalance detection device during
installation, the centrifuge will consider this as an imbalance situation
and will not operate.

Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF), at the circumference of a rotor and
bucket combination, is directly proportional to the speed (r.p.m.) and
radius of the rotor. Therefore, a greater r.p.m. and/or a larger radius
produces a greater RCF and improved faster separation of substances.
The centrifuge control system carries out and displays the results of all
calculations related to speed, radius and RCF.

Note : The value introduced for the radius can be adjusted to allow for
position within the tube such as at a boundary. Maximum radii are
quoted in the specifications tables. Use of improper radius will adjust
the speed setting, automatically applying the wrong RCF.

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Chapter 2 Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

T3 G3 RT3 RG3

Product Dimensions

Height - lid open (cm / in) 92/ 36.2 134/ 58.8 92/ 36.2 134/ 58.8

Height - lid closed (cm / in) 42/ 16.5 86/ 33.8 42/ 16.5 86/ 33.8

Width (cm / in) 58/ 22.8 58/ 22.8 85/ 33.5 58/ 22.8

Depth (cm / in) 66/ 26.0 66/ 26.0 66/ 26.0 66/ 26.0

Weight unpacked (kg / lb.) 80/176 95/209 106/233 115/253

Packing

Height (cm / in) 50/ 19.7 99/ 38.9 50/ 19.7 99/ 38.9

Width (cm / in) 70/ 27.6 68/ 26.7 97/ 38.2 68/ 26.7

Depth (cm / in) 67/ 26.4 78/ 30.7 67/ 26.4 78/ 30.7

Weight packed (kg / lb.) 91/201 120/264 116/256 145/319

Centrifugation Specifications

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Max capacity Swing-out (4x750 mL) 3000 mL (4x750 mL) 3000 mL

Fixed Angle (8x100 mL) (8x100 mL)

Max density 1200 kg/m3 1200 kg/m3

Max load 3.6 kg 3.6 kg

Max speed Swing-out 4000 rpm 4500 rpm

Fixed Angle 7800 rpm 8000 rpm

Max RCF Swing-out 3810 x g 4822 x g

Fixed Angle 9115 x g 9588 x g

Max noise < 66 dBA < 62 dBA

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Microprocessor control yes yes

Programs (direct recall) 5 5

Speed set/display Range 500 - 7800 500 - 8000

Step 10 rpm at less than 1000 rpm 10 rpm at less than 1000 rpm

100 rpm at above 1000 rpm 100 rpm at above 1000 rpm

Accuracy ± 20 rpm (display) ± 20 rpm (display)

RCF set/display Range 20 - 9200 20 - 9600

Step 1 x g 1 x g

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Specifications

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Accuracy ± 1 x g ± 1 x g

Timer set/display 30 s - 99 min + continuous 30 s - 99 min + continuous

Temperature set/display - -9°C to +40°C -9°C to +60°C

Acceleration rates 5 5

Braking rates 5 + inertial 5 + inertial

Drive system direct direct

Brushless induction motor yes yes

Electrical specifications

T3/G3 RT3/RG3

Nominal operating voltage 230V 230 V ±10% 230 V ±10%

120V 120 V ±10% 120 V ±10%

Power requirements (maximum) 1200 W 1500 W

Heat output (maximum) 3750 BTU / h 4435 BTU / h

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Environmental

Conditions

Unpacking

Chapter 3 Installation

General conditions accepted for centrifuge transport and storage are:

• Ambient temperature -20°C to +50°C.

• Relative humidity up to 90%.

General conditions accepted for operating the centrifuge safely are:

• Indoor use.

• Temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C.

• Maximum relative humidity of 85%.

• Maximum altitude: 2000 m

• Installation category: II

• Polution degree: 2

Due to the weight of the machine, all lifting and transporting must be
carried out using proper handling equipment (i.e. fork lift trolley) that
complies with current regulations, and by people having undergone the
necessary training.

Thermo strongly recommends that all operators comply with the local
laws and regulations on safety and health in the workplace.
The machine must be supported from underneath. If it has to be
transported without its pallet, for example on a staircase, professional
handling assistance is required. L

• Unpack the centrifuge, carefully removing any possible accessories
and the material supplied for ordinary operations and maintenance.

• Check the contents of the package using the packing list provided
above.

• Keep the packaging until the centrifuge has been tested and found
fully functional.

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Positioning

Benchtop Units

Floor standing units

Main Supply

Lid Opening and

Rotor Checking

The machine must be installed in a dust and corrosion free room.

Leave a 30 cm / 12 in. space free on each side of and behind the
machine for safety reasons, proper ventilation and maximum cooling
performances. L

Place the centrifuge on a bench top, which must be rigid, horizontal
and sufficiently strong to support the centrifuge’s weight and small
vibrations.

Place the centrifuge on a horizontal floor.

Check mains and frequency: they must correspond to the values shown
on the instrument identification label.

For your safety, check that mains wiring is effectively grounded.
Thermo declines all responsibility for any damages due to non­grounding of the machine. L

Remember that in order to respect the electrical safety standards related
to protection against indirect contact, the supply of power to the
instrument must be via a power socket fitted with a protection device
ensuring automatic cut-off in the case of an insulation fault. A supply
fitted with a circuit breaker of the correct rating complies with this
requirement.

Ensure that the centrifuge has been switched ON. Pull the handle on
the centrifuge right side towards the front of the unit : the lid is
automatically unlocked and opens.

In the case of a mains power outage, opening of the lid is prevented by
the lid lock safety device. It is recommended to wait for the mains
power to be switched back on so that this safety device enables the lid
to be unlocked (refer to 3.6 for manual lid opening).

Carefully clean the inside of the centrifugation chamber removing any
packing residues.
In fact, due to air turbulence, solid particles accidentally left in the
centrifugation chamber create excessive wear of the chamber itself and
of the outer rotating equipment surface. L

To install the rotor:

• Check that the motor shaft and rotor are clean

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Manual Lid Unlocking

Procedure

• Put the rotor on the motor shaft

• Secure the rotor on the shaft by turning the hexagonal nut counter­clockwise (with the supplied tool)

• Verify that the rotor cannot be removed by trying to pull it (gently)
off the shaft.

• In case you are using a swing-out rotor:

• Gently grease the trunnions

• Put the buckets on the trunnions after verifying that the weight of
the buckets is identical (the weight is engraved on the bottom of
each bucket).

In the event of mains non-availability or power failure, opening of the
lid is prevented by the lid locking safety device. It is recommended that
the user waits for the mains to be switched back on so that this safety
device enables the lid to be unlocked.

Manual lid unlocking must only be done by someone informed of
the possible danger and of the necessary precautions.

Rotating parts are a risk as they could come in contact with the user or
be ejected. There is particularly high risk of injury if:

• The user attempts to manually stop the rotor

• Any object falls inside the centrifugation chamber while the rotor is
running. L

Manual lid unlocking may be necessary under a very limited number
of conditions, such as the urgent recovery of critical samples that could
be damaged if left in the centrifuge rotor.

In this case the lid can be opened by using the special tool supplied
with the centrifuge.

Always set the power switch to the OFF position before performing
this manual procedure, even in the case of a mains power outage. L

Should the emergency occur due to power failure during centrifugation
wait at least 10 minutes for the end of the rotor rotation. In spite of
the absence of noise, the rotor could still be rotating when you need to
open the lid manually. Upon opening, lift the lid by hand and observe
the rotor (be careful in this operation): if it is still rotating, close the lid
and wait.

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The protection sticker must be replaced after it has been pierced (item
N° 85241772).

Figure 1. Insert the unlocking tool horizontally into the hole on the right hand side of the instrument.

Figure 2. While pressing up with your finger, to press down with the unlocking tool, pull the lid lever toward you:

the lid opens upwards.

!

En cas de nécessité, pour le déverrouillage manuel du couvercle,

attendre 10 min. ou l’arrêt du rotor avant d’utiliser l’outil

spécifique fourni à cet effet.

Cette étiquette, après avoir été percée, doit être

changée.
If it is necessary to open the lid manually, wait 10 min. or until the
rotor has stopped rotating, before using the lid opening tool
provided.
This label must be changed once it has been pierced.

Percer ici avec l'outil

Pierce here

with tool

85241772

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Performance and Accessories

TTH 751 - Swing-out Rotor - Cat. N°: 11210936

• 4500 rpm /4822 x g

• For 4-750 mL bottles

• Up to 148-5 mL tubes

• Up to 16 standard microplates

• Certified sealed accessories are available

11174154 Standard buckets (4) Inserts: see table

81005750 750 ml bottles (6)

85240471 Cushion (4) - for 750 ml bottles

11174218 Sealed buckets (4) Inserts: see table

81005750 750 ml bottles (6)

85240471 Cushion (4) - for 750 ml bottles

11175372 Bucket - for CORNING 250 ml conical bottles

11175378 Sealed bucket - for 250 ml conical bottles

11175370 Bucket - for Nalgene 500 ml flat

11175371 Adapters (4) - for 250 ml conical bottle in 11175370

11210823 Microplate carriers (4)

11174207 Rubber cushion - for flexible microtiter plates

11174223 Sealed microplate carriers (4)

11174207 Rubber cushion - for flexible microtiter plates

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Inserts Available for the Following Buckets

- 11174154 Standard buckets (4)

- 11174218 Sealed buckets (4)

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Cat. N° Color of insert Insert Rotor Max Tube Max* Tube Max Max Max Max Max

(set of 4) or type Capacity Capacity Ø [mm] tube height volume Radius Speed RCF Speed RCF

[mm] [mL] [mm] [rpm] [x g] [rpm] [x g]

11174201 Black / light blue 30 120 11.5 40 1.5 / 2 160 4000 2862 4500 3622

11174206 Black / coral 12 48 16.5 40 4 chlamydia 184 4000 3291 4500 4166

vials

11174205 Black / beige 9 36 18 40 4 chlamydia 184 4000 3291 4500 4166

vials

11174157 Black / grey 37 148 12.5 100 5 ria 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11174193 Black / grey decanting - 12.5 - 5 decant 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11174158 Black / light blue 30 120 13.5 100 6 rnd/flat 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11210821 Black 21 108 13.5 107 10 vac 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11174208 Black / orange 12 48 16.5 125 10 flat 184 4000 3291 4500 4166

11174188 Beige 12 36 18 120 10 flat 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11174161 Brown 7 28 17.7 134 15 vac 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

11177573 Black 12 unsealed 48 18 122 15 con 188 4000 3363 4500 4256

1175781 Black 10 40 18 122 15 con 188 4000 3363 4500 4256

11174190 Orange 12 48 16.5 125 15 184 4000 3291 4500 4166

11174163 Coral 12 48 22.2 108 20 177 4000 3166 4500 4007

11174186 Dark red 7 28 30 115 25 flat 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11174164 Dark red 7 28 30 115 50 rnd 182 4000 3256 4500 4120

11174529 Black 7 unsealed 28 30 116 50 con 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

11177572 Black 5 20 30 116 50 con - 4000 3363 4500 4256

11174199 Light blue 4 16 30 120 50 flat 172 4000 3077 4500 3894

11210560 Light blue 7 28 28 30 177 4000 3166 4500 4007

11174165 Dark blue 4 16 35 120 50 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

rnd/skirted

11174166 Dark green 2 8 45 118 100 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

11174167 Turquoise 1 4 63 134 250 flat 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

flacon con

11174192 Navy blue 1 4 80.5 125 450 rnd 185 4000 3309 4500 4188

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Inserts Available for the 11175370 Bucket - for Nalgene 500 ml Flat:

T3/G3 RT3/RG3

Cat. N° Color of insert Insert Rotor Max Tube Max* Tube Max Max Max Max Max

(set of 4) or type Capacity Capacity Ø [mm] tube height volume Radius Speed RCF Speed RCF

[mm] [mL] [mm] [rpm] [x g] [rpm] [x g]

11175371 - 1 4 - - 250 con 208 4000 3721 4500 4709

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Angle rotor

• 8 tubes 100 mL

• 8000 rpm / 9588 x g

• 35° angle

Cat. No. Insert capacity Max tube Ø (mm) Accessory description

64662300 1 16.5 Set of 8 adaptors for 10 mL vac tubes

Angle rotor

• 10x50 mL tubes Ø 34mm

• L min/max 97/115mm

• 8000 rpm / 9302 x g

• 35° angle

• conical bottom

CD 100 - Angle Rotor

Cat. N°: 11210937

CD 50c - Angle Rotors

Cat. N°: 11210938

Chapter 4 Instructions for Use

Controls and Indicators

All the controls are located on the front panel. The front panel is an intuitive interface: no previous
operational knowledge is necessary; every parameter can be set by pressing the cursor key (or rotating the
knob) from the minimum to the maximum and viceversa. All parameters can be accessed and changed both
during operation and while the machine is at rest.

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Buttons

1 - 4 Program Keys
5 Pre Cooling
6 Speed/RCF Toggle
7 Time/Radius Toggle
8 Acceleration rate set
9 Deceleration rate set
10 Stop Run
11 Pulse Run
12 Start Run
13 Temperature set (R only)

Display Screens

15 Display: speed/RCF
16 Display: time/raduis
17 Display: accel./decel. rates/temp. (R mod.)

LED Lights

1a Program 1 Indicator
2a Program 2 Indicator
3a Program 3 Indicator
4a Program 4 Indicator
5a Program Precooling Indicator
8a Acceleration Indicator
9a Deceleration Indicator
14 Lid Opening allowed Indicator
18 Speed Indicator
19 RCF Indicator
20 Time Indicator
21 Radius Input Indicator

1 1a 2 2a 15 18 16 20 8a 9a 17 11 14

3 3a 4 4a 6 19 7 21 8 9 13 5a 5 12 10

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Display Screens

Screen Description

Screen (15) This screen displays the set speed (rpm) or RCF (x g) for the given program when the centrifuge is

at rest, depending on which parameter is selected During a run, this screen displays actual speed

or RCF.

Screen (16) This screen displays either the set run time or the centrifugal radius when the centrifuge is at rest,

depending on which parameter is selected.

During a run, this display shows only time remaining (timed runs) or time elapsed (during

deceleration, ‘hold’ runs and ‘pulse’ runs).

Screen (17) This screen displays either the acceleration or the deceleration profile selected for the given

program. The value of the acceleration profile is displayed either during acceleration or when the

acceleration set button (8) is pressed. The value of the deceleration profile is displayed either

during deceleration or when the deceleration set button (9) is pressed.

Screen (17) on the R units This screen displays either the acceleration or the deceleration profile selected for the given

program. The value of the acceleration profile is displayed either during acceleration or when the

acceleration set button (8) is pressed. The value of the deceleration profile is displayed either

during deceleration or when the deceleration set button (9) is pressed.

In addition, it shows the temperature in the bowl of the centrifuge. When the centrifuge is at rest, the

set bowl temperature is displayed (°C). During a run, the actual bowl temperature is displayed (°C).

Control Panel Functions

Function Keystroke sequence and description

Start cycle Press the start button (12).

Stop cycle, immediate Press the stop button (10)

Pulse Press the pulse button (11) and hold. The centrifuge will accelerate the rotor to the speed setting of

the active program. When the button is released, the rotor will be decelerated to rest.

Set speed When the LED next to ‘RPM’ (18) is illuminated, the upper display shows speed values. To

increase/decrease the speed values, press on the corresponding up/down arrows.

Set RCF When the LED next to ‘G’ (19) is illuminated, the upper display shows RCF values. To

increase/decrease the RCF values, press on the corresponding up/down arrows.

When using RCF as a control/display value, make sure the correct centrifugal radius is entered into

the control system (see below). If an incorrect radius value is in the control system, the RCF value

displayed will not be accurate.

Set run time When the LED next to ‘TIME’ (20) is illuminated, the middle display shows time values. To

increase/decrease the run time values, press on the corresponding up/down arrows.

Set centrifugal radius When the LED next to ‘RADIUS’ (21) is illuminated, the middle display shows the value of the cen-

trifugal radius in millimeters. To increase/decrease the centrifugal radius, press on the correspon-

ding up/down arrows. This parameter can only be viewed and set while the centrifuge is at rest.

It is essential that this value be correct for the RCF control/display function to be accurate. The cor-

rect value of the centrifugal radius depends on the combination of rotor/buckets/adapters being

used.

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Function Keystroke sequence and description

Set acceleration profile When the button (8) is pressed, the lower display (17) shows the number corresponding to the

acceleration profile currently registered (1 to 5 : 5 being the fastest).

To change the value, press the corresponding up/down arrows.

Set deceleration profile When the button (9) is pressed, the lower display (17) shows the number corresponding to the

deceleration profile currently registered

(0= The rotor, from 2000 rpm, will coast to a stop.

1 to 5: 5 being the fastest).

To change the value, press the corresponding up/down arrows.

Set temperature (R only) To increase/decrease the temperature set values, press on the corresponding up/down arrows.

To pre-program the centrifuge There are five available memory locations for pre-programmed protocols. Each corresponds to one

of the five memory buttons (1-5).

To enter/save a program into one of the locations, press the memory button corresponding to the

desired program position. The corresponding LED (1a-5a) will be illuminated. While the LED is illu-

minated, enter the desired parameter values. These values are automatically saved in memory.

To lock a program To lock a program, press and hold the corresponding button for several seconds until the correspon-

ding LED begins to flash. Release the button, and the program is locked. Parameters of the program

cannot be changed.

To unlock a program To unlock a program (when a program is locked, the associated LED flashes), press and hold the

corresponding button for several seconds until the associated LED stops flashing. Release the but-

ton, and the program is unlocked.

Precooling program Select the Precooling program pressing button 5, the LED 5a will light on.

Only temperature setting is required, Speed and Time are defined by the software according to the

rotor in use. Press button 12 to start the precooling program. When the rotor reach the selected

temperature, the 5a LED will blink in combination with acoustic signal.

Press button 10 to exit.

NOTE: The precooling program can not be locked. Use empty rotor without lid.

Control Panel Indicators

Indicator Description

When the lid interlock indicator LED (14) is illuminated, the lid interlock is not active. The lid can be

opened. The indicator will only be illuminated when the rotor is at rest and it is safe to open the lid.

When the lid interlock indicator LED is not illuminated, the lid cannot be opened. The rotor is still in

motion. This feature is in accordance with international safety standards.

When the start button is pressed, the centrifuge will begin to accelerate
the rotor. At this point the run timer will start and the middle display
will begin to show remaining run time. The upper display will show
either actual speed or actual maximum RCF values, whichever is
currently selected. The lower display shows the given acceleration
profile, and the LED corresponding to the acceleration button is
illuminated.

During acceleration, the centrifuge automatically detects the rotor type
and, therefore, its maximum allowed speed. If the operator sets a speed
exceeding this, the centrifuge stops acceleration when the maximum
allowed speed is reached, ensuring the operator’s safety. The display will
blink and an audible alarm will invite the operator to correct the speed
setting to a proper value.

During the run, the upper display will show either actual speed or
actual maximum RCF values, whichever is currently selected. The
middle display will show either remaining time (timed run) or elapsed
time (‘hold’ and ‘pulse’ runs).
During a run, the middle display will always show time. The user
cannot change the display to show the given ‘radius’ value during a
run.
Most set parameters can be changed during a run when the selected
program is not locked. Set speed can be changed by selecting speed as
the control parameter for the upper display, then by pushing the up or
down arrow, or turning the knob. Set run time can be changed by
pressing the up or down arrow corresponding to the middle display. Set
deceleration profile can be changed by first selecting the deceleration
profile (pushing the ‘B’ button) and then using the up/down arrows, or
turning the knob.

When the stop button is pressed (or when the run timer reaches zero),
the centrifuge will begin to decelerate the rotor. At this point the run
timer will stop and the middle display will begin to show elapsed
braking time. The upper display will show either actual speed or actual
maximum RCF values, whichever is currently selected. The lower
display shows the given deceleration profile, and the LED
corresponding to the acceleration button is illuminated.

At the end of a run, after the rotor has been decelerated to rest, the
centrifuge will produce an audible ‘beep’ and the middle display will
show the word ‘End’. Pressing any button or opening the lid will bring
the displays back to their normal ‘at rest’ configuration (display of set
parameters).

Description of Certain

Events with Respect

to the Control System

Start and acceleration phase

Set error

During the run

Stop and braking

(deceleration) phase

End of run

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Error Codes

Origin

Incorrect speed
measurement

Power was
interrupted during
a run.

Speed > 0 RPM at
power ON

Lid open at start

Lid open in
running mode

Imbalance.

Motor Over­temperature OR
Lid lock error

Chamber Over­Temperature
The unit displays
this code if the
measured
temperature
exceeds 50°C, at
any time during
the run.
Electronic failure

State of the centrifuge

The rotor will brake to a stop.
Lid opening is impossible till
speed is zero and a 4
minutes- timeout is expired

At power off the rotor will
coast to a stop.

The rotor will coast to a stop.

The centrifuge doesn‘t start if
the lid isn’t properly closed

The rotor will brake to a stop.

The rotor will brake to a stop.

The rotor will brake to a stop.

The rotor will brake to a stop.
Refrigeration Failure
(Refrigerated only)

All controls are disabled

User’s action

Wait for rotor to stop.
Wait for the 4 minutes
timeout. To erase the message,
open the lid, turn the power
switch off and turn the power
switch on
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Note: if Error 01 has been
detected and not cleared, as
above described, the alarm
reset is possible only after a
safety time of 30 minutes
Wait for rotor to stop.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Close the lid and press
“START“
Wait for the centrifuge to stop.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Wait for the centrifuge to stop.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Verify that a balanced load is
installed. Inspect the rotor and
rearrange the tubes, or add
additional tubes with fluid to
balance the rotor.
Wait for the centrifuge to stop.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Wait for motor cooling down.
Wait for the centrifuge to stop.
Press any keyboard button to
erase this message.
Verify the operating condition.

To erase the message turn the
power switch off and turn the
power switch on

Error code
01

03

04

CLOSE Lid

06

IMBAL

08

09

11

Note All error indications can be cleared by turn the power switch off

and turn the power switch on.
If error code reappears and the cause of the problem can’t be removed
contact your local Thermo Service representative L

Before installation, the rotor should be thoroughly inspected for
evidence of corrosion or other damage and for cleanliness.

Chemical and stress corrosion of metallic parts will eventually lead to
disruption of the rotor with potential severe damage to the centrifuge.

Particles stuck inside the pockets can cause breakage of tubes and lead
to major imbalance and / or loss of sample and contamination.

The central hole of the rotor and the drive spindle should also be clean
and undamaged. These parts should be wiped clean before each use.

The centrifuge also should be observed to verify proper appearance of
screws, lid hooks, latches and for evidence of corrosion.

In case of problems contact your Thermo Service representative,
because any deviation from the above mentioned advice may have
serious consequences for the safety of the appliance and of the
operators. L

Normal use of the centrifuge could require the manipulation of
biohazards. Users and service personnel must have specific training for
each substance they use, according to the “Laboratory Biosafety
Manual” from the World Health Organization. L

The contents of each rotor pocket including sample, tube, cap and
adapter (where used) must be of the same weight as the one
diametrically opposite.

Imbalance of the rotor may cause major damage to the rotor and
centrifuge. L

Do not attempt to introduce liquids into rotor pockets or into tubes
already in the pockets.

Distribute the load correctly. Loads should be inserted two by two,
samples of equal weight, at 180 degrees from the rotation axis and at
equal distance (radius) from the center of rotation (see pictures).

When using fixed angle rotor, weight deviation between the tubes must
not exceed ±5 grams.

Preparing the First

Run of the Day

Sample Loading

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When using a swing-out rotor, the samples are placed in plastic inserts.
The load must be statically and dynamically balanced:

• Static balancing consists of balancing the weight of the 2 inserts
which are in opposite locations in the rotor (±15 to 20 grams).

• Dynamic balancing consists of placing the tubes in each insert
symmetrically according to the axis of the trunnions.

If less than the maximum complement of samples is loaded, the tubes
must be placed in opposite pockets.

An odd number of tubes requires an additional blank, water-filled tube
of identical total weight to balance.

Significant vibrations can damage the accessories, the unit and the
samples. Most vibration is caused by incorrect loading of the tubes. For

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Dynamic Balancing : Correct

this reason, the centrifuge is equipped with an imbalance detector.

In case of excessive imbalance, the load imbalance indicator LED is
illuminated and the brake is applied immediately. The rotor will be
decelerated to rest in few seconds.

As soon as the motor stops, open the centrifuge and redistribute the
samples to produce an equal weight on diametrically opposite sides.

Also remember that the pins must be softly lubricated. Inadaquate
lubrication of the pins may cause incorrect swinging of the buckets
resulting in imbalance phenomen. See chapter 6.6 for details.

If the message persists, despite your efforts to balance the load, call
your Thermo Service representative.

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Cautions

Chapter 5 Hazards, Precautions and

Limitations of Use

This centrifuge conforms to the IEC 1010-2-020 international
standard, which specifies particular safety requirements for laboratory
centrifuges.

According to the standard warnings, the operator must respect the
following precautions:

• Mark a boundary area of 30 cm around the centrifuge.

• No person or hazardous material can stay within this boundary
longer than necessary for operational reasons, while the centrifuge
is operating.

• An emergency switch for disconnection of the mains, in case of
malfunction, has to be available and familiar to all the persons
operating the centrifuge. This switch has to be remote from the
laboratory centrifuge, preferably outside the room in which the
centrifuge is located, or adjacent to the exit from that room.

• Moving or shifting the machine during centrifugation is dangerous.

• Using the centrifuge with rotating equipment showing evidence of
corrosion and wear marks, manipulating and/or tampering with the
electronic and mechanical parts are dangerous operations.

• Never try to bypass the lid lock safety while the rotor is spinning.

• Do not try to open the lid until the display returns to the stand-by
mode.

• Only use a correctly grounded power source.

• Use only rotors and accessories designed for use in these
centrifuges. L

Pay special attention to the following:

• Installation of the unit: proper ventilation, leveling of the
centrifuge, rigidity and stability of the support.

• Rotor installation: verify that the rotor is locked in position before
use.

• Cleaning of the accessories and of the rotor chamber is particularly
necessary when corrosive products are present in the samples
(saline, acids, bases).

• Load balancing.

IF ANY DANGEROUS EVENT OCCURS, KEEP YOURSELF FAR
AWAY FROM THE INSTRUMENT AND SWITCH OFF THE
MAIN POWER SOURCE

A view port located on the lid allows the measurement of the actual
speed by a phototachometer.

Once a year, check for correct r.p.m. readout and speed control setting
which should be within 100 r.p.m. of the actual.

The T3/G3 series of centrifuges and their associated rotors offer a high
level of RCF performance. In some cases the maximum possible RCF
will exceed the one sustainable by the sample container.

The rotor RCF performance displayed is the maximum available in the
rotor pockets. Depending on the sample containers or on other
application needs, the maximum RCF which must be used is to be
determined by the operator.

The centrifuge is not explosion proof.

Using this centrifuge with explosive samples is entirely at the user’s own
risk. Do not under any circumstances use the centrifuge in an explosive
environment. L

Due to the action of the turbulence created in the bowl, a centrifuge is
an aerosol generator.

A ventilated centrifuge (like the T3/G3 exhausts, into the room, air
which has passed through its bowl.
Thus the risk of the spread of aerosols is significant in a ventilated
centrifuge.

In the case of samples presenting a biological or chemical risk, the
operator must take suitable precautions to prevent or reduce this risk.

Speed Control

Operational

Limitations

Aerosol Risks

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Thermo recommends the use of sealed buckets, which are certified for
bio-containment through worldwide recognized testing procedures
performed in recognized external laboratories. L

Aerosols are produced naturally when using uncapped tubes or bottles.
They are also produced when a container deforms or breaks provoking
a small or large sample leak.

We draw your attention to the use of tubes in angle rotors. Even if the
liquid level does not touch the cap when in a static state, it could do so
during centrifugation and leak. You should therefore follow the
instructions of the tube supplier concerning the fill level and sealing of
the tube.

Once a biological risk is known or suspected, samples should be placed
in a sealed container. Should such containers not be available, sealed
accessories should be used, such as angle rotors with sealed lids.

When aerosols are created in a centrifuge bowl, they persist in the air
for a period of 3-5 minutes after the rotor stops moving. Indeed, the
action of opening the lid itself causes the dispersion of aerosols into the
environment.

When an elevated risk of aerosols or of breakage is perceived the
accessories should be handled using gloves and opened in an
environment ensuring the protection of the operator (safety cabinet,
glove chamber, wearing a mask ...), even if they are apparently
sealed. L

Duration of aerosol presence

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Chapter 6 Service and Maintenance

All cleaning operations should be performed with the centrifuge
disconnected from the power outlet. L

No daily cleaning is required, except in the case of accidental tube
breakage, or when there is a large amount of spillage in the bowl.

Clean the bowl and the accessories with a cotton wool pad dipped in
70% alcohol.

Never use metallic brushes to clean accessories.

• After cleaning the accessories, rinse them in running water,
preferably distilled water.

• Dry the rotor with a soft absorbent non-woven cloth or tissue.
Drying may be finished off with a warm air jet (e.g. a hair dryer).

• Make sure that the pockets are well dried.

• Ideally, spray with Anti-Corrosion Spray (Cat N° 11175399)

• Store unused buckets upside down on a non-metallic grid to allow
free passage of air.

The centrifuge is likely to be used in medical research where hazardous
substances, including radioactive chemicals, are frequently found.

ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE DECONTAMINATION
PROCEDURES WHEN THE ROTOR IS EXPOSED TO THESE
CHEMICALS. L

Examples of commonly used techniques are outlined below. The
information is given as a guideline only.

It is the responsibility of the owner to use the most suitable procedure.
If decontamination procedures require the use of warming (i.e.
autoclave) the rotating equipment should always be completely
disassembled before being subjected to heat and after external chemical
cleaning.

Seals should be decontaminated with the method most suitable for
them.

Periodic Cleaning

Daily

Weekly

Contamination

Hazards

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Disinfection

Radioactive

Decontamination

Alcohol (70% ethanol or isopropanol) applied for 10 minutes is ideal
for bacteria and viruses.

Autoclave for 20 minutes at 120°C to destroy micro-organisms.

Polypropylene components are autoclaveable.

Rotor lids must be disassembled from rotor bodies. ‘O’ rings,
autoclaved separately, should be replaced when deformed.

Any part which has been subjected to temperatures above 130 °C
must be discarded.

Hypochlorite “bleach” used at 0.1% concentration with 10 minutes
immersion is effective against bacteria, spores and viruses but, as an
oxidizing agent, is corrosive to metal alloys and must be thoroughly
rinsed off of metal parts and the parts dried. It should never be used if
there is surface damage to the rotor.

Formalin (37% formaldehyde in water) in contact for 10 minutes has a
similar effect to chlorine bleaches.

Rotors should be thoroughly rinsed under running water for 5 minutes
to remove all traces of formalin then dried completely.

Formaldehyde is toxic. L

Gluteraldehyde 2%, sold under many brand names such as Cidex and
Glutarex, requires total immersion for 10 minutes to ensure sterility.
Thorough rinsing and drying is essential to protect users.

Gluteraldehyde builds up to a toxic level in the fatty tissues of the body.
Phenols are very corrosive and should never be used. L

We recommend that all radioactive contamination be referred to your
Radioactivity Safety Officer.

Rotors may be decontaminated by a mixture of equal volumes of:

• Distilled water,

• SDS diluted to 10%,

• Ethanol diluted to 70%.

The rotor should then be rinsed with ethanol followed by distilled
water and then dried completely.

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Thermo makes no claims as to the effectiveness of proprietary brands
of decontaminating solutions.

If the main circuit breaker of the centrifuge cuts off the power to the
instrument, do not attempt to switch it on before a Thermo Service
representative has checked over the unit.

This operation is necessary to allow the buckets to swing freely. Clean
the trunnions regularly with a dry wipe (as well as the part of the
bucket that rotates on the trunnions). Then, put a very small quantity
of grease on the curved face of the trunnion. Do not apply too much
grease because it will eventually coat the bowl of the centrifuge as
centrifugal force pulls the grease from the trunnions.

If the centrifuge is having imbalance problems, try this operation
before calling Thermo service. In many cases, imbalance problems arise
due to the fact that poorly maintained bucket-trunnion interfaces
prevent the buckets from swinging freely. L

Power Supply Circuit

Breaker

Trunnion Lubrification

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Chemical Compatibility Table for Rotors, Tubes and Accessories

S = Satisfactory AL = Aluminum BN = Buna N
D = Discoloration but OK CAB = Cellulose acetate butyrate CN = Cellulose Nitrate
P = Pure chemical OK DL = Delrin KY = Kynar
M = Moderate resistance NO = Noryl NY = Nylon
U = Unsatisfactory PA = Polyallomer (= PPCO) PC = Polycarbonate
X = Explosion risk !!! PE = Polyethylene PP = Polypropylene
O = No information

PPCO=Polypropylene Copolymer PS = Polysulfone
d = Less resistance if T > 50°C SS = Stainless steel TF = Teflon
t = Unsatisfactory if T >50°C TZ = Tefzel TI = Titanium

VA = Viton A

Material AL BN CAB CN DL KY NO NY PA PC PE PP PS SS TF TZ TI VA

Chemical PPCO

Acetaldehyde S U U U O O O O M U M M O S S M S U
Acetamide O O O O O O O O S U S S S O O O O O
Acetic Acid (5%) S M S S M S S S S S S D S S S S S M
Acetic Acid (20 %) S O O O O O O O S M S S S O O O O O
Acetic Acid (60%) S U U U U S S M S U M D S S S S S U
Acetic Acid (80 %) S O O O O O O O S U St S M O O O O O
Acetic Acid (Glacial) S U U U U S O O S U M D M S S S S U
Acetic Anhydride S O O O O O O O Sd U U Sd U O O O O O
Acetone S U U U M M O U S U S M U S S M S U
Acetonitrile O O O O O O O O Mt U S Mt U O O O O O
Acetylene S O O O O O O O S O S S U O O O O O
Adipic Acid O O O O O O O O S S St S S O O O O O
Alanine S O O O O O O O S S U S U O O O O O
Allyl Alcohol O O U O S O O U O S S S O O S S S O
Aluminum Chloride O O S S O S O S S S S S O U S S S O
Aluminum Fluoride O O O O O S O S S U S S O O S O S O
Aluminum Hydroxide S O O O O O O O S Mt Sd S S O O O O O
Aluminum Nitrate M O O O O O O O S O O S O O O O O O
Aluminum Sulphate S O O O O O O O Sd O S Sd O O O O O O
Amino Acids S O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Ammonia S O O O O O O O S U S S Sd O O O O O
Ammonium Acetate O O O O O O O O S S S S O O S S S O
Ammonium Carbonate S U S S O S O S S U SSSSS SSO
Ammonium Chloride M O O O O O O O St O St St O O O O O O
Ammonium Hydroxide (10%) O S U O O O O S D U S D S S S S S S
Ammonium Hydroxide (conc) O U U O O O O S D U S D O S S S S U
Ammonium Oxalate O O O O O O O O Sd S S Sd S O O O O O
Ammonium Phosphate U O O O O O O O S M S S O O O O O O
Ammonium Sulphate S S O O U O O S S S S S O S S S S O
Ammonium Sulphide O O O O O S O O S U O S O O S O O O
n-Amyl Acetate S O O O O O O O Sd U Sd Sd U O O O O O
Amyl Alcohol S M U O S O O S S S S S O O S S S M
Amyl Chloride S O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Aniline S O O O O S O O U O S M O O S S S O

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Material AL BN CAB CN DL KY NO NY PA PC PE PP PS SS TF TZ TI VA

Chemical PPCO

Aqua Regia U U U O U O O O U U UUOOSSSM
Barium Chloride U O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Barium Hydroxide U O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Barium Sulphate S O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Benzaldehyde S O O O O O O O Sd Mt S Sd M O O O O O
Benzene S U P O M O O S U U U U U S S S S S
Benzoic Acid, Sat St O O O O O O O Sd Sd S Sd M O O O O O
Benzyl Acetate O O O O O O O O Sd Mt S Sd U O O O O O
Benzyl Alcohol S U U O M O O U U U UUOOS SSS
Boric Acid U O O O O O O O S U Sd S U O O O O O
Bromine U O O O O O O O U Mt UUUOOOOO
Bromobenzene U O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Bromoform U O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Butadiene S O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO
Butane S O O O O O O O O O OOOOO OOO
n-Butanol S S U O S O O U O M S S M O S S S S
n-Butyl Acetate S O O O O O O O S U S S U O O O O O
Butylene S O O O O O O O O O S O O O O O O O
Butyl Chloride O O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Butyric Acid S O O O O O O O U Mt U U S O O O O O
Caesium Acetate M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Caesium Bromide M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Caesium Chloride M O S S O O O O S S SSSSSSSO
Caesium Formiate M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Caesium Iodide M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Caesium Sulphate M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Caesium Trifluoracetate M O M U O O O O S S S S S M S O O O
Calcium Carbonate U O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Calcium Chloride M S S O S O O S S M O D S S S O S S
Calcium Hypochlorite M U O O M S O S S M S S S U S O S S
Calcium Sulphate M O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Carbazole O O O O O O O O S U S S U O O O O O
Carbon Sulphide S O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Carbon Tetrachloride X U S S M S O S U U U U S M S S S S
Cedarwood Essence O O O O O O O O U St U U M O O O O O
Chlorine, dry M O O O O O O O St Sd St St O O O O O O
Chlorine, moist U O O O O O O O Mt Sd St Mt O O O O O O
Chloroacetic Acid U O O O O O O O Sd Mt S Sd U O O O O O
p-Chloroacetophenone O O O O O O O O S U S S U O O O O O
Chlorobenzene O O U U O S O O U U UUOOSOSO
Chloroform X U M S M S O U U U U U U S S M S S
Chlorosulphonic M O O O O O O O M O M M O O O O O O
Chromic Acid (5 %) U O O O O O O O S M S S U O O O O O
Chromic Acid (10%) M U U U U S S O S M S S U U S S S S
Chromic Acid (50%) U U U S U S O O D U S S U U S S M S
Cinnamon Essence O O O O O O O O U St U U M O O O O O
Citric Acid (10%) S S S O M S S M S S SSSSSSSS
Copper Nitrate U O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O

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Copper Sulphate U O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Croesol S O O O O S O U S U S S O O S M S O
Cyclohexane S O O O O O O O Mt Sd Mt Mt U O O O O O
Cyclohexanol S O U O O O O S S M S S O O S O S O
Cyclohexanone O O O O O O O O Mt U UUUUOOOO
Cyclopentane O O O O O O O O Mt U UUUUOOOO
Decane O O O O O O O O Mt Mt Mt Mt Sd O O O O O
Dextran Sulphate M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Diacetone S O U O O O O O S O S S O O S O S O
Diacetone Alcohol S O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
o-Dichlorobenzene O O O O O O O O Mt U Mt Mt U O O O O O
p-Dichlorobenzene O O O O O O O O Mt U Mt Mt U O O O O O
Dichloroethane O U U U S O S S U U UUOOSSSS
Dichlorophenol O O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO
Diethylamine S O O O O O O O St U U St Sd O O O O O
Diethyl Benzene O O O O O O O O U Mt UUUOOOOO
Diethylene Glycol S S S S S S O U S S S S S O S S S S
Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether O O O O O O O O S Mt S S M O O O O O
Diethyl Ether S O O O O O O O U U OUOOOOOO
Diethyl Ketone S O U U M O O U U U M M O O S M S O
Dimethylacetamide O O O O O O O O S U St S U O O O O O
Dimethylformamide S O O O O O O O S U S S O O S M S O
Dimethylsulphoxide S O O O O O O O S U O S O S S M S O
Dioxane S U U O M S O O M U M M O O S S S U
Diphenyloxide S O O O O O O O U O OUOOO OOO
Dipropylene Glycol O O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Distilled Water S S S S S O S S S S SSSSSSSS
Ethanol (50%) S S S S M S S U S M SSSSSSSS
Ethanol (95%) S S U U M S S U S U SSSSSSSS
Ethyl Acetate M U U U M S O U M U S U U O S S S U
Ethyl Benzene O O O O O O O O Mt U St Mt U O O O O O
Ethyl Benzoate O O O O O O O O Sd M S Sd U O O O O O
Ethyl Butyrate O O O O O O O O St U St St U O O O O O
Ethyl Chloride S O O O O O O O St U St St U O O O O O
Ethylene Chloride S O O O O O O O St U St St U O O O O O
Ethylene Glycol S S S S S S O U S S S S S O S S S S
Ethylene Oxide O O O O O O O O M Mt M M S O O O O O
Ethyl Ether S O U U O O O O M U M M O O S M S O
Ethyl Lactate O O O O O O O O O S St S S M O O O O
Ethyl Malonate O O O O O O O O O S Mt S S M O O O O
Fatty Acids S O O O O O O O Sd Sd Sd Sd S O O O O O
Ferric Chloride U S O O M S S S S O S S O U S S S S
Ferric Nitrate M O O O O O O O S O St S M O O O O O
Ferric Sulphate S O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Ficoll Paque M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Fluorine S O O O O O O O Mt Sd St Mt U O O O O O
Fluorhydric Acid (10%) U U M M U S O S S M S S S U S S U O
Fluorhydric Acid (50%) U U U U U S O O S U S S M U S S U M

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Formaldehyde (20%) S O O O O O O O S Sd S S Sd O O O O O
Formaldehyde (40%) M M O S O S S S S S S D S S S S S S
Formaldehyde (50%) S O O O O O O O S Sd S S Sd O O O O O
Formic Acid (100%) S M U O U S S U S M S S O U S S S U
Freon TF U O O O O O O O Sd Sd Sd Sd Sd O O O O O
Fuel Oil O O O O O O O O Sd Sd Mt Sd Sd O O O O O
Glucose S O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Glutaraldehyde O O O O O O O O Sd Sd S Sd Sd O O O O O
Glycerine S O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Glycerol S O O S O S S O S S SSSSSSSO
Heptane S O O O O O O O M O S M O O O O O O
Hexane S O O O O O O O S O M S O O O O O O
Hydrazine O O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Hydrochloric Acid (5%) U O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Hydrochloric Acid (37 %) U O O O O O O O Sd U S Sd S O O O O O
Hydrochloric Acid (50%) U U U U U S S O M U S M O U S S S M
Hydrochloric Acid (conc). U U U O U O O O S U O S O U S S S O
Hydrofluoric Acid (10%) U U M M U S O S S M S S S U S S U O
Hydrofluoric Acid (50%) U U U U U S O O S U S S M U S S U M
Hydrogen Peroxide (3%) S M S S S O S S S S S D S S S S S S
Hydrogen Peroxide (100%) S U S S U O S O S S S D S S S S U M
Iodine, Crystals S O O O O O O O Mt U U Mt U O O O O O
Isobutyl Alcohol O M U O S O O U S S S S O O S S S S
Isopropyl Alcohol U M U U S O S U S M S S M O S S S S
Isopropylbenzene O O O O O O O O Mt U Mt Mt U O O O O O
Kerosene S O O O O O O O Sd S Mt Sd St O O O O O
Lactic Acid (20%) O S O O O O S O S S SSSSS SSS
Lactic Acid (100%) O S O O O O O O S S S S O S S S S S
Lead Acetate (aq.) U O O O O O O O S S St S O O O O O O
Lemon Essence U O O O O O O O O O OOOOO OOO
Lime, (conc). M O O O O O O O S U S S S O O O O O
Magnesium Chloride M O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Magnesium Hydroxide U O U O O S S O S U S S O O S O S O
Magnesium Nitrate M O O O O O O O S O Sd S O O O O O O
Magnesium Sulphate S O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Manganese Salts M O S O O O O O S O S S O O S O S O
Mercury O O O O O O O O S U S S S O O O O O
Methanol (100%) S S U U M S O U S M S D S S S S S U
Methyl Acetate S O O O O O O O M U M M U O O O O O
Methyl Alcohol (100%) S S U U M S O U S M S D S S S S S U
Methyl Butyl Ketone O O O O O O O O U O OOOOO OOO
Methyl Ethyl Ketone S U U U M M O U S U S S U O S M S U
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone St O O O O O O O S U S S U O O O O O
Methyl Isopropyl Ketone O O O O O O O O U U S U U O O O O O
Methylene Chloride X U U U S S O U U U M U U S S S S M
Mineral Oil O O O O O O O O Mt U Mt Mt Mt O O O O O
Nickel Chloride U O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Nickel Salts M S S O O O O S S S S S O S S S S S

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Nickel Sulphate U O O O O O O O S S St S O O O O O O
Nitric Acid (10%) M U S S U S S M D S S S S D S S S S
Nitric Acid (20%) U O O O O O O O S Sd S S St O O O O O
Nitric Acid (50%) M U M M U S S M D M M M O D S S S S
Nitric Acid (95%) M U U O U O O U M U U M U S S S S S
Nitric Acid (conc.) St O O O O O O O U U Mt U U O O O O O
Nitrobenzene O O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Octane O O O O O O O O S Sd S S Sd O O O O O
Octyl Alcohol S O O O O O O O O O S O O O O O O O
Oleic Acid S U S S S S O S S S SSSSSSSM
Orange Essence S O O O O O O O Mt M Mt Mt M O O O O O
Oxalic Acid M M S S O S O S S S SSSSSSMS
Oxygenated Water (20%) S O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Oxygenated Water (50%) S O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Oxygenated Water (90%) S O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Ozone O O O O O O O O Sd Sd S Sd S O O O O O
Paraffin S O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Pentane S O O O O O O O U O UUOOO OOO
Perchlorethylene S O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Perchloric Acid X O O O O O O O St U St St U O O O O O
Perchloric Acid (10%) U O O O U S O O S U M M O U S S S S
Perchloric Acid (70%) X O O O O O O O M U M M U O S S O O
Petrol S O O O O O O O St M St St M O O O O O
Phenol (5%) S U O O U S O U M U S M U S S S U S
Phenol (50%) U O O O O O O O U U UUUOSMOO
Phenol, crystals U O O O O O O O St U St St U O O O O O
Phenol, liquid U O O O O O O O U U UUUOOOOO
Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol O O U O O O O S S O S S O O S O S O
Phosphoric Acid (10%) O M S S U S S O S S SSSSSSOS
Phosphoric Acid (conc.) O U M M U S O O S U S S S M S S M S
Picric Acid S O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO
Pine Oil O O O O O O O O Sd St St Sd M O O O O O
Potash, conc. U O O O O O O O S U S S S O O O O O
Potassium Bromide U O O O O O O O S S S S O O O O O O
Potassium Carbonate M O S S O S S S S U S S O S S S S O
Potassium Chlorate M O S S O S S S S S S S O S S O S O
Potassium Chloride U O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Potassium Hydroxide (5%) U M S M U O O S S U SSSSSSMS
Potassium Hydroxide (conc.) U M U U U O O O S U S S O S S S U M
Potassium Nitrate S O O O O O O O S O S S O O O O O O
Potassium Permanganate S O O O O O O O S S S S D O S S O O
Propane Gas S O O O O O O O U St U U M O O O O O
Propionic Acid O O O O O O O O Sd U M Sd S O O O O O
Propyl Alcohol S O O O O O O O S O St S O O O O O O
Propylene Glycol S O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Propylene Oxide O O O O O O O O S St S S S O O O O O
Pyridine U O O O O O O O M U S M O O O O O O
Resorcinol, Sat’d., Sol O O O O O O O O S Sd S S U O O O O O

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Rubidium Bromide M O O O O O O O S S O S O O O O O O
Saccharose U O O O O O O O S S S S S O O O O O
Salycylic Acid, Sat O O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Serum S O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Silver Acetate O O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Silver Nitrate U O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Sodium Acetate S O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Sodium Bisulphate M O S S O S S S S S S S O S S O S O
Sodium Borate M O O O O O O O S S Sd S O O O O O O
Sodium Bromide U O O O O O O O S S O S O O O O O O
Sodium Carbonate (2%) M S S S S S S S S S S D O S S S S S
Sodium Chloride (10%) S S S S S O O S S S SSSSS SMS
Sodium Chloride (Sat’d.) S S O O S O O S S O S S O S S S S S
Sodium Hydroxide (>1%) U M S S U S O S S U SSSSSSSS
Sodium Hydroxide (10%) U M U U U S O S S U SSSSSSSS
Sodium Hydroxide (conc.) U M U U U O O O M U S M O S S S M U
Sodium Hypochlorite (5%) M M S S U S S S D S S S S M S S S S
Sodium Iodide M O O O O O O O S S O S O O O O O O
Sodium Nitrate S O O O O O O O S O Sd S O O O O O O
Sodium Sulfate S O O O O O O O Sd O Sd Sd O O O O O O
Sodium Sulphide S S S O O S O S S U S S O S S S M S
Stearic Acid S O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Sulphuric Acid (10%) M U S S U S S S S M S S S U S S S S
Sulphuric Acid (20%) U O O O O O O O Sd Sd S Sd S O O O O O
Sulphuric Acid (50%) U U U U U S S U S S S S S U S S M S
Sulphuric Acid (conc.) U U U U U S O U D U M D U M S S U S
Sulphuric Anhydride, dry or moist S O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Tetrachloroethane M O O O O O O O M O O M O O O O O O
Tetrachlorethylene O O O O O O O O U O S U O O O O O O
Tannic Acid M O O O O O O O S O Sd S O O O O O O
Tartaric Acid M O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Tetrahydrofuran S O O O O O O O U U UUUOS SOO
Thionyl Chloride O O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO
Toluene S U P S M S O U U U U U U S S S M M
Trichlorethylene S U O O O S O U U U UUUUSSMS
Trichloroacetic Acid U O O O O O O O Mt Mt Mt Mt S O O O O O
1,2,4 - Trichlorobenzen O O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO
Trichloroethane S U S O M S O S U U U U M O S S S S
Triethylamine O O O O O O O O U O OUOOO OOO
Triethylene Glycol O O O O O O O O S Sd S S S O O O O O
Tris Buffer (neutral) S O O O O O O O S S S S S O S S O O
Trisodium Phosphate O O S O M O O S S O S S O O S S S S
Triton X-100 S O O O O O O O S S S S S O S M O O
Turpentine S O O O O O O O Sd Mt St Sd U O O O O O
Undecyl Alcohol O O O O O O O O Sd Sd St Sd M O O O O O
Urea M O S S S O O S S S SSSSS SSO
Urine O O S O S O O S S S S S O O S S S O
Vinylidene chloride O O O O O O O O U U UUUOO OOO

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Xylene S U P O M S O U U U U U U S S S S S
Zinc Chloride M S S O O O O S S S S S S M S S S S
Zinc Hydrosulphite U O O O O O O O O O OOOOOOOO
Zinc Sulphate U O O O O O O O Sd O S Sd O O O O O O

* This table is intended as a guide only because of the difficulty in quantifying, cross-checking and monitoring the results under
different conditions of temperature, pressure and purity relating to the solvents and samples dissolved therein. It is strongly
recommended that you carry out your own trials, particularly before protracted work periods.

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Chapter 7 Disposal of Product

The following disposal recommendations are valid for the machine (or
its accessories) at the end of its useful life, or the parts that be disposed
f because they are worn out or degraded during use.

Prior to disposal, the machine and accessories must be decontaminated.
In this respect the user is required to submit the enclosed
decontamination certificate, completed and signed, to the company or
persons who are in charge of disposal.

The elements of the product that may become noxius during the life of
the product are the folowing:

• Electric batteries and accumulators situated in the front panel of
the machine among the other electrical and electronic
componenets,

• Oil in the compressor of the refrigeration systems,

• Refrigerant

Disposal of these elements must be in accordance with applicable
regulations and recommendations defined by the relevant regulatory
bodies. In additions, these elements must be disposed of differently
based on the different noxious substances they contain (possibly by a
specialized disposal company).

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Certificate of Decontamination and Cleaning

Read carefully the instructions below before sending an instrument, or
parts of it, to Thermo Service Dept. or to any Authorized Technical
Assistance Service. L

Mr / Mrs (name) .................................................................... Establishment ............................

Department ......................................................................................................................................

Address ................................................................................... Post / Zip code ............................

City ......................................................................................... State / Country ..........................

Declares the cleaning and decontamination of the following:

Product type .................................................................................................... Serial N° ............

Rotor ................................................................................................................ Serial N° ............

Rotor ................................................................................................................ Serial N° ............

Accessory - Description................................................................................... Serial N° ............

Accessory - Description................................................................................... Serial N° ............

Nature of contamination

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Decontamination Procedure used

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Decontamination certified by:

Mr / Mrs ................................................................................ Institution ..................................

Date ........................................................................................ Signature ....................................

When an instrument, or parts of it, requires servicing by Thermo
personnel, the following procedure must be accomplished to ensure
personnel safety:

• Clean the instrument and proceed to its decontamination from any
kind of dangerous products.

• Compile this Decontamination Certificate with all the information
required.

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Certificate of Decontamination and Cleaning

• Attach this Certificate to the instrument (or part) before sending it to
Thermo Service or other authorized technical service.

Thermo personnel will not accept to work on instruments deprived of
this Decontamination Certificate.
If an instrument is received at our Service facilities and, in our opinion, is
a radioactive or biological hazard, the item will be refused and resent to
the Customer. Disposition costs will be borne by the sender.
Instructions for decontamination and cleaning are explained in the User
Manual. Additional certificates are available from your local technical or
Customer Service representative. In the event these certificates are not
available, a written statement certifying that the instrument or part has
been properly decontaminated and outlining the procedures used will be
acceptable.

For your convenience, use a copy of this page

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