Using The Ja-18 Rotor; Checking The Rotor For Drive Pins - Beckman Coulter Avanti J-26S XP Instructions For Use Manual

Figure A.5 Checking the Rotor for Drive Pins
1. Top View
2. Side View
3. Rotor Drive Hole
The rotor pins are positioned parallel to the
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you position the rotor properly on the hub, minimizing the chance of hub damage.
Check all J2 series rotors for drive pins before using them in an Avanti J series centrifuge and do not use
rotors without drive pins in the Avanti J. To check for drive pins, hold the rotor up or turn it on its side
and look into the drive hole. If you do not see two metal pins in the hole, do not use the rotor in the
Avanti J. Call your local Beckman Coulter office
factory for upgrading.

Using the JA-18 Rotor

In Avanti J series centrifuges, the JA-18 rotor must be run with the lid attached. See the JA-18 rotor
manual (publication J-TB-035) for complete rotor usage instructions.
* In the United States, call 1-800-742-2345. Outside the US, contact your local Beckman Coulter office or visit us at
www.beckmancoulter.com.
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4. Drive Pins (Angled pins shown; pins can also be vertical or horizontal.)
5. Drive Spindle Assembly
A.5). Knowing the pin orientation before you install the rotor will help to ensure that
Using J2 Series Rotors in the Avanti J-26S XP
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name engraved at the center of the rotor body
Beckman
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for information on returning the rotor to the
Preinstallation Requirements
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