MINI CENTRIFUGE 4K (ABC-M4)

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DESCRIPTION

ABMC-4 Mini Centrifuge is supplied with two rotors, one for micro tubes and one for 0.2ml PCR strip tubes. The 6×1.5ml rotor is designed to centrifuge up to six individual 1.5ml plastic micro centrifuge tubes. It will also accept 0.5ml and 0.2ml tubes with the adapters supplied with the unit. Adapters are available separately for 0.2ml tubes and 0.5ml tubes .The strip tube rotor is designed to centrifuge two 8×0.2ml strip tubes. It will also accept up to 16 individual 0.2ml tubes. Both rotors are designed for applications requiring relatively low g-forces, such as micro filtration, cell separation and quick spin downs from the walls of tubes. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate the centrifuge.

The centrifuge is supplied with two interchangeable rotors. The rotors may be easily exchanged using the alien wrench provided. Locate the setscrew on the rotor shaft below the rotor head. Using the wrench, loosen the setscrew and pull up vertically on the rotor to remove. Place the other rotor in position on the motor shaft. Take care not to press the rotor down so far as to compress the rubber collar at the base of the shaft. Tighten the screw using the alien wrench until finger tight. Do not over tighten, as this will cause damage the rotor and the motor shaft.

Before operating the centrifuge, be sure that the power switch is in the“on”position. To begin a run, simply close the lid of the centrifuge. No other controls are required. To stop rotation, press down on the lid release tab on the front of the unit. This will release the lid lock and the rotor will slow down gradually to a complete stop in a few seconds. Caution: Do not attempt to open the lid or remove samples until the unit has come to a complete stop. After the rotor has stopped, the lid may be opened by grabbing it with the thumb on the front and fingers on the back then lifting the lid back on the hinge. Safe operation of the centrifuge requires that the rotor be loaded in a balance. Failure to load the rotor may cause a hazardous to the centrifuge. Individual tube, and/or adapter must always be loaded symmetrically to ensure proper balance. Never run the centrifuge with only one strip or tube in the rotor.

NEVER          use the centrifuge in any manner not specified in these instructions.

NEVER          operate the centrifuge without a rotor properly attached to the shaft.

NEVER          fill tubes while they are in the rotor. Liquid spillage may harm unit.

NEVER          Put hands in the rotor area unless the rotor is completely stopped.

NEVER          move the centrifuge while the rotor is running.

NEVER          use solvents or flammables near this or other electrical equipment.

NEVER          centrifuge flammable, explosive or corrosive materials

NEVER          centrifuge hazardous materials outside of a hood or proper containment facility

ALWAYS      load the rotor symmetrically. Each tube should be counter balanced by another tube. Weight of individual tubes may not exceed of 3.0g.

ALWAYS      locate the centrifuge within easy access to an electrical outlet.