Care And Maintenance; Maintenance - Beckman Coulter SX4400 Instructions For Use Manual

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance

Do not use sharp tools on the rotor, as they can scratch the anodized surface. Corrosion begins in scratches
and may open fissures in the rotor with continued use.
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1. Bucket Carrier
2. Check for Corrosion
3. Bucket O-ring
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Periodically (at least monthly) inspect the rotor yoke and buckets, especially inside cavities, for
rough spots or pitting, white powder deposits—frequently aluminum oxide—or heavy
discoloration.
• If any of these signs are evident, do not run the rotor.
• Contact your Beckman Coulter representative for information about the Field Rotor
Inspection Program and the rotor repair center.
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Regularly check the condition of the tie-down screw (361367); if it is worn or damaged,
replace it.
• Regularly check the condition of the bucket O-rings (392621); if they are worn or damaged,
replace them.
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Check bucket covers and adapters for crazing or cracks before use.
• Do not centrifuge cracked covers or adapters.
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Approximately once a week, and after cleaning and/or autoclaving, lubricate the rotor pins and
pin sockets with a lubricant such as Spinkote (306812).
Store the rotor in a dry environment (not in the centrifuge). Refer to Chemical Resistances for the
chemical compatibilities of rotor and accessory materials. Your Beckman Coulter representative
provides contact with the Field Rotor Inspection Program and the rotor repair center.
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SX4400 Swinging Bucket Rotor
Care and Maintenance
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