Run Procedure; Preparation And Loading - Beckman Coulter Microfuge 20 Series Instructions For Use Manual

Operation

Run Procedure

WARNING
Risk of personal injury or property damage. The centrifuge must not be used in the
vicinity of flammable liquids or vapors, and such materials should not be run in the
centrifuge. During operation you should come within the 30 cm (12 in.) clearance
envelope only to adjust the instrument controls, if necessary. Never bring any
flammable substances within the 30 cm (12 in.) area surrounding the centrifuge.
Do not lean on the centrifuge or place items on the centrifuge while it is operating.
Run Procedure
The following detailed operating procedures are summarized at the end of this section. If you
are an experienced user of this centrifuge, you can turn to the summary for a quick review of
operating steps.

Preparation and Loading

NOTE
Before installing the rotor, lubricate it following the instructions in the rotor manual.
1
Check the name rating plate for the correct voltage, then plug the power cord into the wall
receptacle.
2
Press the power switch to on (
3
Press the
4
Use the T-handle wrench to turn the rotor tie-down screw to the left (counterclockwise).
a. Remove the tie-down screw.
5
Remove the rotor.
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key and lift the door up; it remains in the open position.
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