Spectrafuge™ 24D Microcentrifuge User Manual C2400 C2400-100V C2400-230V Lit M00013 Rev 2 July 2012
Safety Precautions 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 tighten rotor nut by hand only. 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 spinning. NEVER use solvents or flammables near this or other electrical equipment.
Table of Contents 1. General Information Description Safety precautions Technical data Accessories supplied with unit Warranty 2. Installation Unpacking the centrifuge Required space Installing the centrifuge 3. Installing the Rotor Rotors and accessories Rotor maintenance Removing and installing the angle rotor Loading the rotor Overloading rotors 4.
1. General Information This manual provides important safety information for the Spectrafuge 24D laboratory microcentrifuge. It should be kept near the centrifuge for quick and easy reference. 1.1 Description The Spectrafuge 24D is a small benchtop centrifuge designed for separation of various research samples. The motor is brushless and requires no routine maintenance. The Spectrafuge 24D is supplied with a 24 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor for micro samples. Adapters are available for tubes smaller than 1.5ml.
1.5 Warranty This centrifuge has been subjected to thorough testing and quality control. In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, our one year warranty (from the date of delivery) covers the centrifuge and the rotor. This warranty becomes invalid in the case of incorrect operation, use of nonstandard spare parts or accessories and unauthorized modification of the rotor or centrifuge. Labnet reserves the right to make technical modifications.
Rotor Lid Order no. (Included) C0240-RC Rotor Securing Screw Order no. (Included) C0240-RSS Strip Spin Adapter Order no. Tubes accepted Max Speed Range Centrifuge radius Range RCF (g value) C0240-SS 0.2ml tubes or 8 x 0.2ml strips 13,300 rpm 4.32cm to 5.33cm 8,549 x g to 10,539 x g Adapter for 0.5ml tubes (pk./6) Order no. Tube measurement Max. speed Centrifuging radius RCF (g-value) C-1205 8 x 30mm 13,300rpm 7.53cm 14,892 x g Adapter for 0.4ml tubes (pk./6) Order no. Tube measurement Max.
Figure 1. Loading the rotor to achieve balance 3.4 Loading the rotor Tubes to be loaded should be filled equally by eye. The difference in the weight between the tubes should not exceed 0.1 gram. Tubes should always be loaded so that there is equal spacing between all tubes. One or two additional loaded tubes may need to be added to achieve this. Refer to Figure 1. to see one typical balancing scheme. 3.
4.2 Closing the lid Close the centrifuge lid. The Spectrafuge 24D has a lid lock that activates only when a run is started. 4.3 Lid release The lid will remain locked during a centrifuge run. Once the run has been completed and the rotor has come to a stop, a beep will indicate the end of a run, and the lid will unlock automatically. WARNING: Do not attempt to open the lid of any centrifuge until the rotor has come to a complete stop.
Figure 2. Spectrafuge control panel layout 5. Service and Maintenance 5.1 Centrifuge service The brushless motor in the Spectrafuge 24D requires no routine maintenance. Any required service should be performed by authorized, qualified personnel only. Repairs performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty. 5.2 Cleaning the centrifuge Always keep the centrifuge housing, rotor chamber, rotor and rotor accessories clean. All parts should be wiped down periodically with a soft cloth.
6. Troubleshooting Guide Please refer to this guide before calling for service.
7. Where to call Should you have any questions about the Spectrafuge or its accessories, please call Labnet’s Customer Service Department at 732 417-0700. Customer Service is staffed from 8:30am to 5:30pm, EST, Monday through Friday. Our 24 hour fax number is 732 417-1750. Inquiries may also be sent via our electronic mailbox at labnet@labnetlink.com. Should your Spectrafuge require service, please call Labnet’s Technical Services Department at 732 417-0700.
e To use this chart, find the radius value on the radius scale. Place the edge of a ruler on the value. Place the right side edge of the ruler on the speed scale at the desired speed. The estimated RCF can then be read from the RCF scale where the ruler edge passes through it. This chart can also be used to determine the proper speed for the desired RCF value.
APPENDIX Symbols and Conventions The following chart is an illustrated glossary of the symbols that may be used in this manual or on the product. The electrical warning indicates the presence of a potential hazard which could result in electrical shock. CAUTION This symbol refers you to important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions within the product Instruction Manual. Failure to heed this information may present a risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment.
Declaration of Conformity Number: CE 00013 Manufacturer: Labnet International, Inc,., 31 Mayfield Ave., Edison, NJ 08837 USA Labnet International declares that the devices described below are in conformity with the EC directives listed. In the event of unauthorized modification of any of the devices listed below, this declaration becomes invalid.
LIMITED WARRANTY Labnet International, Inc. warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. This warranty is valid only if the product is used for its intended purpose and within the guidelines specified in the supplied instruction manual. Should this product require service, contact Labnet International, Inc.’s Service department at 732-417-0700 to receive a return authorization number and shipping instructions.
