Creamatocrit Plus ™ Centrifuge Operator’s Manual Separation Technology, Inc. An EKF Diagnostics Company 570 Monroe Road, Suite 1008 Sanford, FL 32771 800-777-6668, 407-788-3677 www.separationtechnology.
ON/OFF SWITCH TUBE HOLDER ROTOR LCD READER TRAY RUN BUTTON SLIDER ENT BUTTON CREAMATOCRIT PLUS (LID NOT SHOWN FOR ADDED CLARITY)
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 3 SECTION 4 SECTION 5 SECTION 6 SECTION 7 SECTION 8 SECTION 9 SECTION 10 DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE INSTALLATION 2.1 Unpacking 2.2 Power Supply OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Start Up 3.2 Rotor Loading and Balancing 3.3 Tube Preparation 3.4 Tube Centrifugation 3.5 Reading a Tube 3.6 Creamatocrit Determination Reminders 3.7 Centrifuge Reminders QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE 4.1 Use of Control Strip 4.2 Calibration 4.3 Spin Time/RPM Tests MAINTENANCE 5.
SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE The Creamatocrit Plus is a small, lightweight centrifuge that provides a rapid and accurate creamatocrit determination, estimated calories per ounce, kcalories per 100ml, kcalories per liter and fat grams per liter. The Creamatocrit Plus is not intended for use with materials other than breast milk. The rotor will accommodate up to six Creamatocrit Plus tubes. The device will achieve separation in only three minutes.
SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Always follow established procedures for working with breast milk. 3.1 START UP Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The lid will automatically open and the LCD will display the main menu. 3.2 ROTOR LOADING AND BALANCING FOR SMOOTH OPERATION AND EXTENDED LIFE OF THE CENTRIFUGE, THE ROTOR MUST ALWAYS BE BALANCED BEFORE THE SPIN CYCLE IS INITIATED. Install 2, 4 or 6 tube holders in the rotor.
3.4 TUBE CENTRIFUGATION With the tube holders and tubes in place, lock the lid by firmly pressing down on the lid tab. Start the spin cycle by pressing the RUN button. The centrifuge will not operate unless the lid is closed and properly locked. During the period of time when the motor is accelerating, a test number is displayed on the LCD. This number is a count of the completed spin cycles.
C. Press the ENT button. The LCD will change to: ENT ENTER INTERFACE: SEALANT / MILK RUN Move the slider along the capillary tube to the interface of the tube sealant and milk. Look through the transparent slider and position the vertical black line on the interface. D. Press the ENT button. The LCD will change to: ENT ENTER INTERFACE: MILK / CREAM RUN Move the slider to the MILK / CREAM interface.
Move the slider to the CREAM / AIR interface. Look through the transparent slider and position the vertical black line on the middle of the slanted interface. If there is a clear layer of yellow liquid on top of the cream include it as part of the cream layer. F. Press the ENT button. The LCD will display the creamatocrit result. CRCT = XX.X% ENT G. RUN Cal/oz MENU Press ENT to display calories per ounce. Press RUN to return to the main menu. Cal = XX.X/oz ENT H.
J. Press ENT to display fat in grams per liter. Press RUN to return to the main menu. Fat = XXX.X g/L ENT K. 3.6 RUN CRCT MENU Press ENT to display CRCT. Press RUN to return to the main menu. CREAMATOCRIT DETERMINATION REMINDERS TO ENSURE CORRECT RESULTS: Use only Creamatocrit Plus tubes. Spin sample one time (3 minutes) ONLY. Read the tube immediately after removing it from the rotor.
SECTION 4 QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE 4.1 USE OF THE CONTROL STRIP The Creamatocrit Plus Control Strip is used to verify the tube reader accuracy. Testing Procedure: 1. Move the slider to the far left side of the reader tray. 2. Place the control strip on the reader tray under the slider as far to the left as possible. 3. Starting from the main menu, press the ENT button. 4. Move the slider so the black line is over line 1 on the control strip. 5. Press the ENT button. 6.
rpm. Once achieved, the spin time will be displayed on the LCD. Start timing the spin when WAIT 180 SEC is displayed on the LCD. Stop timing the spin when the motor shuts off. B. RPM The Creamatocrit Plus is designed to operate between 5,670 and 6,930 rpm. An internal microprocessor continuously monitors the rpm during operation. If the rpm should drop below the specified range, the motor will shut off, and the message LOW RPM will display on the LCD.
5.2 TUBE HOLDERS Cleaning the tube holders is not recommended. Should a tube break or a sealant blowout occur, simply discard the affected tube and tube holder in accordance with proper laboratory procedures and replace with a new tube holder. Inspect and replace dirty or damaged tube holders monthly or more frequently as needed. Replacement tube holders are available (See Section 7). 5.3 INSPECTIONS Periodically inspect the lid, lid gasket and rotor to ensure there are no cracks or damage.
SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Power supply not firmly plugged into electrical outlet or in back of device. Check both plugs. Power supply not functioning. Replace power supply. ON/OFF switch not ON. Turn ON/OFF switch ON. Faulty electrical outlet. Try a different electrical outlet. Lid not locked. Press firmly down on the lid tab. Rotor knob is not tight. Tighten rotor knob. Rotor not balanced. Balance the rotor. Device is in the spin cycle.
SECTION 7 ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES ACCESSORIES 280-104 Rechargeable Battery 320-100 Carrying Case - Holds 2 Centrifuges SUPPLIES 230-100 Tube Holders - 50/Pack 260-100 HemataSeal™ Tube Sealant, 10 Trays/Box 270-110 Creamatocrit Plus Tubes, Vial of 200 Tubes 11
SECTION 8 OPTIONAL BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS 8.1 INSTALLATION For complete portability, the Creamatocrit Plus will operate on a rechargeable battery, which can be ordered as an option. The battery will need to be installed in the device as described below and fully charged before normal operation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8.2 Make certain the lid is closed and locked and the centrifuge is unplugged from the electrical outlet. Lock the lid by firmly pressing down on the lid tab.
8.3 BATTERY OPERATION 1. 2. Unplug the device from the electrical outlet. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The LCD will display the main menu. ENT ENTER FUNCTION: 3. RUN SPIN READ Press the RUN and ENT buttons simultaneously and hold them down until the battery capacity is displayed. BATT. CAPACITY XX % The main menu LCD will flash as an indication that the battery is needs to be recharged.
SECTION 9 WARRANTY SEPARATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. (STI) warrants each new Creamatocrit Plus™ (The Product) against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase and agrees to repair or replace any defective Product without charge. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, lack of reasonable care, improper cleaning, improper maintenance or improper packaging for return shipment to STI.
SECTION 10 SPECIFICATIONS Use: Part Numbers: Reading Range: Rotor: For the centrifugation of breast milk 100-146, 100-158 The effective creamatocrit reading range is 1.1% to 50.9% 6 place fixed angle head Capacity: Six – 75mm by 1.1 mm I.D. Creamatocrit tubes Max Rotor Capacity: Tube Holders: Motor: Lid: Six - 75mm length, 1.
910-109E 6/2015 Manufactured by: Separation Technology, Inc. 570 Monroe Road, Suite 1008 Sanford, Florida 32771, USA www.separationtechnology.
