Thermo Scientific RC-4 Instruction Manual

Thermo Scientiﬁc Sorvall RC-4

Instruction Manual

20057791-f • 02 / 2021

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Table of Contents

Preface ....................................................................................................................................... iii

Scope of Supply .......................................................................................................................iii

Intended Purpose ......................................................................................................................iv

Accident Prevention .................................................................................................................iv

Precautions ................................................................................................................................iv

Chapter 1 Introduction and Description ...............................................................................................1-1

Characteristics of the Sorvall RC-4 .......................................................................... 1-2

Technical Data ........................................................................................................ 1-3

Directives, Standards and Guidelines ...................................................................................... 1-4

Functions and Features ............................................................................................................ 1-4

Mains Supply ........................................................................................................... 1-5

Refrigerants ..............

Rotor Selection .........

Chapter 2 Before Use ...............................................................................................................................2-1

Before Setting up ..................................................................................................... 2-2

Setting up ................................................................................................................ 2-2

Aligning the Centrifuge ........................................................................................... 2-4

Transporting the Centrifuge .................................................................................... 2-4

Location .................................................................................................................. 2-4

Mains Connection ................................................................................................... 2-5

Adjust Voltage and Frequency ................................................................................. 2-6

Storage ..................................................................................................................... 2-6

............................................................................................... 1-6

Chapter 3 Control Panel ..........................................................................................................................3-1

Control Panel .......................................................................................................... 3-2

Keys ......................................................................................................................... 3-2

Chapter 4 Operation .................................................................................................................................4-1

Switch on Centrifuge ............................................................................................... 4-2

Centrifuge Door ..................................................................................................... 4-2

Rotor Installation ..................................................................................................... 4-3

Entering Parameters ................................................................................................. 4-4

Centrifugation ......................................................................................................... 4-8

Temperature Adaptation during Standstill ............................................................... 4-9

Short-term Centrifugation ....................................................................................... 4-9

Removing the Rotor ................................................................................................ 4-9

Turning off the Centrifuge .................................................................................... 4-10

Audible Alarm ....................................................................................................... 4-10

Key Switch ............................................................................................................. 4-11

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Chapter 5 Maintenance and Care .........................................................................................................5-1

Cleaning Intervals .................................................................................................... 5-2

Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 5-2

Cleaning the Venting Slots ...................................................................................... 5-3

Disinfection ............................................................................................................. 5-3

Decontamination ..................................................................................................... 5-4

Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific .......................................................................... 5-5

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................6-1

Mechanical Emergency Door Release ...................................................................... 6-2

Troubleshooting by User ......................................................................................... 6-3

When to contact a Service Technician ..................................................................... 6-5

Chemical Compatibility Chart ..............................................................................A-1

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Preface

Before starting to use the centri instructions.

The information contained in this instruction manual is the property of Thermo Fisher Scientific; it is forbidden to copy or pass on this information without explicit approval.

Failure to follow the instructions and safety information in this instruction manual will result in the expiration of the seller's warranty.

Scope of Supply

Article Number Quantity Check

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fuge, read through this instruction manual carefully and follow the

Sorvall RC-4 Centrifuge 1

Power Supply Cable 1

If any parts are missing, please contact your nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific representative.

This symbol refers to general hazards.

CAUTION means that material

WARNING means that injuries or material damage or contamination could occur.

This symbol refers to biological hazards.

Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe.

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damage could occur.

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Intended Purpose

• This centrifuge is a laboratory product designed to separate components by generation of a

relative centrifugal force. It separates human samples (e.g. blood, urine and other body fluids) collected in appropriate containers, either alone or after addition of reagents or other additives.

• Laboratory centrifuge for the application in large laboratories, blood banks, and other the sector

of the pharmaceutical and bio-technological industry.

• The centrifuge is to be used for separating materials of different density or particle size

suspended in a liquid. Maximum sample density at maximum speed: 1.2

Accident Prevention

Prerequisite for the safe operation of the Sorvall RC-4 is a work environment in compliance with standards, directives and trade association safety regulations and proper instruction of the user.

The safety regulations contain the following basic recommendations:

Precautions

In order to ensure safe operation of the Sorvall RC-4, the following general safety regulations must be followed:

• Maintain a radius of at least 30 cm around the centrifuge.

• Implementation of special measures which ensure that no one can approach the

centrifuge for longer than absolutely necessary while it is running.

• The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. Pull out the power supply plug or

disconnect the power supply in an emergency.

• The centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only.

• The centrifuge is to be used for its intended use only.

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• Plug the centrifuge only into sockets which have been properly grounded.

Precautions

• Do not move

the centrifuge while it is running.

• Do not lean on the centrifuge.

• Use only rotors and accessories for this centrifuge which have been approved by Thermo

Fisher Scientific. Exceptions to this rule are commercially available glass or plastic centrifuge tubes, provided they have been approved for the speed or the RCF value of the rotor.

• Do not use rotors which show any signs of corrosion and / or cracks.

• Do not touch the mechanical components of the rotor and do not make any changes to

the mechanical components.

• Use only with rotors which have been properly installed. Follow the instructions in

section “Rotor Installation” on page 4-3.

• Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly. Follow the instructions given in

the rotor manual.

• Never overload the rotor. Follow the instructions given in the rotor manual.

• Never open the lid until the rotor has come to a complete stop and this has been

confirmed in the display.

• The lid emergency release may be used in emergencies only to recover the samples from

the centrifuge, e.g. during a power failure (see section “Mechanical Emergency Door

Release” on page 6-2).

• The performance of the gas pistons might diminish after some time. Check the gas

piston as described in “Centrifuge Door” on page 4-2.

• Never use the centrifuge, if parts of its cover panels are damaged or missing.

• Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge or alter any electronic or

mechanical components.

• Please observe the safety instructions.

Please pay particular attention to the following aspects:

• Location: Well-ventilated environment, set-up on a level and rigid surface with

adequate

load-bearing capacity.

• Rotor installation: Make sure the rotor is locked properly into place before operating the

centrifuge.

• Especially when working with corrosive samples (salt solutions, acids, bases), the

accessory parts and vessel have to be cleaned carefully.

• Always balance the samples.

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Precautions

Centrifuging hazardous substances:

• Do not centrifuge explosive or flammable materials or substances which could react

violently with one another.

• The centrifuge

is neither inert nor protected against explosion. Never use the centrifuge

in an explosion-prone environment.

• Do not centrifuge inflammable substances.

Remaining risk: Improper use can cause damages, contamination and injuries with fa-tal consequences.

• Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro-organisms

without suitable safety precautions.

When centrifuging microbiological samples from the Risk Group II (according to the

“Laboratory Biosafety Manual” of the World Health Organization (WHO)),

aerosol-tight biological seals have to be used.

For materials in a higher risk group, extra safety measures have to be taken.

• If toxins or pathogenic substances have gotten into the centrifuge or its parts,

appropriate disinfection measures have to be taken (see “Disinfection” on page 5-3).

Remaining risk: Improper use can cause damages, contamination and injuries with fatal consequences.

• Highly corrosive substances which can cause material damage and impair the mechanical

stability of the rotor, should only be centrifuged in corresponding protective tubes.

WARNUNG

If a hazardous situation occurs, turn off the power supply to the centrifuge and leave the area immediately.

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Introduction and Description

Contents

• “Characteristics of the Sorvall RC-4” on page 1-2

• “

Technical Data” on page 1-3

• “Directives, Standards and Guidelines” on page 1-4

• “Functions and Features” on page 1-4

• “Mains Supply” on page 1-5

• “Refrigerants” on page 1-6

• “Rotor Selection” on page 1-6

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Introduction and Description

Characteristics of the Sorvall RC-4

The Sorvall RC-4 is a large volume, refrigerated universal centrifuge.

The Sorvall RC-4 is designed for large volume, high throughput laboratory needs. The micro test plates and tubes can be centrifuged with the unique double rectangular bucket.

The Sorvall RC-4 is optimized for the automatic laboratory processes in clinical central labs.

The Diagnostik™ rotor allows the centrifuge commercial sample racks directly.

The Sorvall RC-4 is also a compact centrifuge for the separation of blood components. A special wind shield rotor allows to process up to eight quintuple blood bag systems.

The Sorvall RC-4 is equipped with various safety features:

• The housing and rotor chamber consist of steel plate, the interior of armor steel, while the front

panel is made of

• The door is equipped with a view port and a lock.

high-impact resistant plastic.

• The centrifuge door can only be opened while the centrifuge is switched on and the rotor has come

to a complete stop. The centrifuge cannot be started until the door has been closed properly.

• The integrated rotor detection systems ensures that no inadmissible speed settings can be

preselected.

• Electronic imbalance detection, SMARTspin.

• Door emergency release: For emergencies only, e.g. during power failures

(see “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” on page 6-2).

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Technical Data

The technical data of the Sorvall RC-4 is listed in the following table.

Table 1 - 1. Technical Data

Feature Value

Introduction and Description

230 V 200 V 120 V

Technical Data

Environmental Conditions

Environmental Conditions during Storage and Shipping

Permissible Ambient Temperature

Overvoltage Category II II II

Pollution Degree 2 2 2

Heat Dissipation 9200 BTU/h 9200 BTU/h 6300 BTU/h

IP 20 20 20

Run Time Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited

Max Speed n

Min Speed n

Maximum RCF-Value at n

Maximum kinetic Energy <63.4 kJ <63.4 kJ <63.4 kJ

max

min

max

-Use in interior Spaces

-Altitudes of up to 2,000 m above Sea Level

-Max. relative Humidity 80 % up to 31 °C; Decreasing linearly up to 50 % Relative Humidity at 40 °C.

Temperature:

-10 °C to +55 °C Humidity: 15

+2 °C

10000 rpm (depending on rotor)

300 rpm 300 rpm 300 rpm

15317 x g 15317 x g 15317 x g

% to 85 %

to +40 °C

Temperature:

-10 °C to +55 °C Humidity: 15 % to 85 %

+2 °C

to +40 °C

10000 rpm (depending on rotor)

Temperature:

-10 °C to +55 °C Humidity: 15 % to 85 %

+2 °C

to +40 °C

10000 rpm (depending on rotor)

Noise Level at maximum Speed <61 dB(A) <61 dB(A) <61 dB(A)

Temperature Setting Range

Dimensions

Height Width Depth

Weight without Rotor 286 kg 286 kg 286 kg

-9 °C to +40 °C -9 °C to +40 °C -9 °C to +40 °C

960 mm 680 mm 720 mm

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Directives, Standards and Guidelines

ble 1-2. Directives, Standards and Guidelines

Region

Europe

USA & Canada

Directive

2006/42/EC Machinery

Protective goals of 2014/35/EU Low Voltage

2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

2011/65/EU RoHS

Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain

Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic

equipment

cCSAus certified

Functions and Features

The following table gives an overview of the important functional and performance characteristics of the Sorvall RC-4.

Table 1-3. Functions and Features

Standard

EN 61010-1

EN 61010-2-020

EN 61326-1

EN 61000-6-2

UL 61010-1

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1

IEC 61010-2-020

Component / Function Description / Features

Structure / Housing Galvanized Steel Chassis with armored Plating

Chamber Stainless Steel

Drive Induction Drive without Carbon Brushes

Keys and Display Easy-to-clean Keypad and Display Surface

Control Microprocessor controlled with Easycontrol II

Internal Memory The most recent Data is saved

Functions RCF-selection, Temperature Regulation during Standstill, Pre-temp,

and PULSE

Acceleration / Braking Profiles 9 Acceleration and 9 Braking Curves

Rotor Recognition Automatic

Imbalance Detection SMARTspin Electronic, contingent on Rotor and Speed

Door Lock Motor assisted Door Looking

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Function Feature

Introduction and Description

Mains Supply

Program Display

Acceleration / Braking Profiles 1 = slow, ... 9 = fast Acceleration / Deceleration Curve

Speed Selection Adjustable from 300 rpm to10,000 rpm in 10 rpm increments

RCF Selection After actuating the RCF Switch Key, the RCF Value can be entered.

Time Selection Adjustable in Seconds up to 9 min 59 sec,

Run Time Display in "quick run" Mode

Temperature Selection Adjustable from -9°C to +40°C, in 1°C Increments.

End of Run The Speed Display will read End.

Door Opening Automatic unlocking via Key

Start Key

Stop Key

Free Program Selection

Operating Memory

1...9

Memory Capacity for set Values PULSE-Mode

in the Range of 10 min up to 99 min

in Minutes, "hold"-Mode: Continuous Operation

In Seconds Increments

(Unlocking in Case of Power Failure: see “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” on page 6-2)

PULSE-Mode Pressing the Key activates maximum Acceleration up to the maximum

Diagnostic Messages Alternating Display rotor /maximum Speed or RCF (Speed selected exceeds

Mains Supply

The following table contains an overview on the electrical contact data of the Sorvall RC-4. This data is to be taken into consideration when selecting the mains connection socket.

Table 1 - 4. Electrical Connection Data

Cat.

75004473 230 V 50 Hz 12 A 2.7 kW 16 AT 16 AT

75004477 120 V 60 Hz 16 A 1.8 kW 16 AT 20 AT

Mains Voltage

permissible Speed of Rotor; upon Key release Centrifuge stops with maximum Deceleration Power.

max. Speed of the Rotor)

Door has not been lifted off the Lock during Opening: Display Lift Lid (Manual Lifting of Door required)

General Centrifuge Malfunction (Error Messages with ERROR Codes, see“Troubleshooting by User” on page 6-3)

Frequency Rated

Current

Power Consumption

Equipment fuse Building fuse

75004481 200 V 50 / 60 Hz 14.5 / 16 A 2.7 kW 16 AT 20 AT

75004481 208 V 60 Hz 14.5 A 2.7 kW 16 AT 20 AT

75004481 230 V 60 Hz 14.5 A 2.7 kW 16 AT 20

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Refrigerants

Table 1-5. Refrigerants

Article No. Centrifuge Refrigerant Quantity

75004473

7500

4477

75004481

Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases in a hermetically sealed system.

Rotor Selection

The Sorvall RC-4 is supplied without a rotor.

Various Thermo Scientific rotors are available to choose from.

LH-4000

with round buckets 1000

Double rectangular bucket DoubleSpin

LH-4000W

with round buckets 1000

Double rectangular bucket DoubleSpin

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R-134A

2 x 250

Pressure

kg 21 bar 1430

1 kg 21 bar 1430 1.43 t

75006475

75006477

75006478

75006476

75006477

75006478

GWP

CO2e

1.43 t

with double blood bag bucket

BIOshield 4 x 250

HIGHPlate 5 x 5 Platten

Diagnostik

HIGHConic 6 x 50

LAC-250 6 x 250

75006436

75006435

75006444

75006480

75003057

75006483

The technical data of the rotors and the corresponding adapters and reduction sleeves for various

ommercially available containers can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals.

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Before Use

Contents

• “Before Setting up” on page 2-2

• “Setting up” on page 2-2

• “Location” on page 2-4

• “Mains Connection

• “Storage” on page 2-6

” on page 2-5

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Rails

Screws

Before Use

Before Setting up

1. Check the centrifuge and the packaging for any shipping damage. Inform the shipping company and Thermo Fisher Scientific immediately, if any damage is discovered.

2. Remove the packaging.

Setting up

3. Check the or If the order is incomplete, please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Note The centrifuge is screwed onto the pallet with four screws.

1. Place the pallet with the centrifuge so that you have atleast 2 m room in front of the pallet.

2. Release the rails from the pallet.

3. Screw the rails onto the pallet in front of the centrifuge.

der for completeness (see “Scope of Supply” on page iii).

WARNING The centrifuge operated with a high kinetic energy. Do not operate the centrifuge wi Do not operate the centrifuge on its castors.

thout a 30 cm (12 inch) safety zone around the centrifuge.

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Threaded Rod

Lock Nut

Safety Bracket

Locking Stabilizer

Threaded Nut

Before Use

Setting up

4. Screw the threaded rods with the threaded nuts as far up as possible. Otherwise they might get stuck when rolling the centrifuge off the pallet.

5. Remove the locking stabilizers.

6. Check that the steering casters point to the back.

7. Use several people and other means in order to roll the centrifuge off the pallet.

WARNING Due to the centrifuges weight, it must be controlled by several people when rolling of the pallet. Do not stand in front of the c

entrifuge when rolling down for the

centrifuge might run you over.

8. Once the centrifuge is in its final position mount the enclosed locking stabilizers.

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9. Screw the threaded nuts down.

10. Place the locking stabilizers centrally under the threaded rods and level the centrifuge. All the locking stabilizers should carry uniformly (check by a tilt test). The casters are some 5-15 mm off the ground.

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