Levelling The Centrifuge - Thermo Scientific RC 6 Plus Operation Instructions Manual

Leveling the
Centrifuge
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Figure 2-1.
Clearances for the Centrifuge
CAUTION
Leave adequate space for airflow around the centrifuge and make sure no
vents are blocked. Blocking the airflow entering and/or exiting the centrifuge
can result in reduced performance, overheating and possible centrifuge
damage.
1. Turn on the centrifuge power and open the door. (If power supply is not yet
available, perform the Emergency Recovery from Power Failure procedure
discussed in Chapter 4.)
2. Place the level across the top of the drive spindle.
3. Using a 24 mm wrench, turn each of the four level adjusters until the casters
are 5 to 15 mm off the floor.
4. Level the unit by adjusting the level adjusters.
5. When the centrifuge is level, make sure each of the four level adjusters is
secure and rattle-free.
6. Secure each of the four level adjusters with the lock nuts.
INSTALLATION
Leveling the Centrifuge
RC-6 PLUS 2-3