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Operating Manual for
Small Centrifuge
Z 207 A
Z207A_V1.17
© Hermle Labortechnik GmbH
_eng

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual for Small Centrifuge Z 207 A Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pre-Selection of Running Time ........................14 2.4.3 Pre-Selection of Brake Intensity and Acceleration..................14 Radius Correction ............................15 Program ................................16 2.6.1 Storage of Programs ............................. 16 2.6.2 Recall of Stored Programs ..........................17 Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 4 EG – Conformity Declaration ........................... II Table 1: Technical Data ............................III Table 2: Error Messages ............................IV Table 3: Radius Correction ............................. IV Table 4: Symbols- / Abbreviations........................... IV Redemption Form: Decontamination Certificate ...................... V Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 5: Product Description

    For any resulting damage, the company, Hermle Labortechnik, is not liable. 1.3 Brief Description The unit type Z 207 A is a non refrigerated universal centrifuge, which can be used with 100 – 230V country-specific power cords. The centrifuge can only be used with one angle rotor.
  • Page 6: Operating And Display Elements

    11 prog Retrieving Stored Programs 12 store Program Store 1.5.1 LCD-Display The following picture shows the individual elements of the LCD-Display. Display Fields: Display Field – "rpm/rcf" Display Field – "acc/dec" Display Field– "time" Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 7: Signs- And Indication Of The Centrifuge

    1.6 Signs- and Indication of the Centrifuge 1.6.1 General Direction of Rotation – clockwise rotation for the rotor drive 1.6.2 Product Nameplate (Example) Company Address: Hermle Labortechnik GmbH, Siemensstr. 25, D-78564 Wehingen TYPE: Type Designation of the Product REF: Article Number of the Product...
  • Page 8: Warning And Information Signs

    Labeling identifies that all Standards and Guidelines are applied 1.6.3 Warning and Information Signs Attention! Check the fastening of the rotor nut before each run. Take off mains plug before opening the housing or the emergency release. Power Input Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 9: Danger, Precautions And Warranty

    EN 61010-2-020. • The HERMLE Z 207 A is non "explosion-proof" and must not be operated in explosion- endangered areas or locations. Centrifugation of flammable, explosive, radioactive, or such substances, which chemically react with high energy, is strictly prohibited. If used in such environment, this is at the users own expense.
  • Page 10: Warranty

    Installation of the Centrifuge 1.7.1 Unpacking the Centrifuge Model Z 207 A is supplied in a carton. Remove the strap retainer, open the carton and remove the centrifuge. The instruction manual must be kept with the centrifuge at all times! 1.7.2 Space Requirements...
  • Page 11: Basic Adjustment

    Open the centrifuge lid and shut off the main switch. Now switch on again the main switch.For approximately 3 seconds “Z 207 A“ will be shown in the display. Press during this time the keys “time“ (6) and “lid“ (10) simultaneously. As a result, a display test is administered for approx. 3 seconds.
  • Page 12: Signal Turn On / Off

    "rpm/rcf" (4), turn the keyboard sound (On) or (Off), with the rotorary field (1), (see Figure After the settings have been stored by user, the normal program mode can be changed back again by switching off the centrifuge, for a short period. Figure 3 Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 13: Sleep Mode On / Off

    (see Figure 4). The first two numbers indicate the appeared errors ongoing from 00 to 99, the last two numbers indicate the error code. Please refer to, "table 2: error messages" (see APPENDIX IV). Switch off the centrifuge, to return to the normal program mode. Figure 4 Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 14: Operating

    For safety, always ensure that the rotor nut is tightened before each run! Do not operate the centrifuge with rotors or adapters that show any signs of corrosion or mechanical damage. Do not operate with extremely corrosive substances, which could damage the rotor and the centrifuge Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 15: Loading The Angle Rotor

    4.000 = 3.360 rpm If In case of any questions, please contact the manufacturer! 2.1.4 Removing the Rotor Untighten the rotor nut completely, counter-clockwise. Lift the rotor vertically out of the centrifuge (see Figure 6). Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 16: Power Switch

    "lid" (10), the lid of centrifuge can be released. As soon as the lid is completely released, the word, "open" (M2) appears. The lid of the centrifuge is now able to be opened. For all number marked text, please refer to Figure 10. Figure 10 Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 17: Lid Lock

    It is the same with the pre-selection of the RCF-Value. The setting range is between 20 xg and the maximum permissible centrifugal force of the rotor. The permissible max. speed of the Z 207 A with the rotor 221.57 V01 is 6,800 rpm or 4,445 xg. ATTENTION: Please notice the maximum permissible revolutions of the test tubes (Producer Indication)! See also chapter 3.1.5...
  • Page 18: Pre-Selection Of Running Time

    "decel" (M8). Now the desired brake intensity can be pre-selected, with the control field (1). The value 9 is equivalent to the shortest possible brake time and the value 0 to longest possible brake time. For all number marked text, please refer to Figure 13. Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 19: Radius Correction

    As soon as the radius correction is set, the word "radius" (M9) appears. This text remains visible until the radius correction is set back to 0. For all number marked text, please refer to Figure 14. Figure 14 Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 20: Program

    (M10) disappears. As soon as the key "store" (12) is no longer displayed, the word "programm xx" (M10) reappears, (the xx stands for the chosen program place). If all program numbers are occupied, take an old number that is not needed any longer and replace it with the new parameters. Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 21: Recall Of Stored Programs

    In the display "time" (A-3), the passed running time is indicated from the moment the "quick" key (8) is pressed. By releasing the "quick" key (8), the centrifuge stops and the running time is indicated, until the lid is opened. For all number marked text, please refer to Figure 19. Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 22: The "Stop" Key

    Load the rotor as described in Chapters: 2.1.2 and 2.1.3. When inside the display "time" (A-3), the word "error" along with the number "02" appears, (see Figure 21). Potential reason for this error can be: The imbalance switch is defective. Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 23 OPERATING Figure 21 Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    The maintenance procedure has to be repeated every 10 to 15 runs, but at least once at week! Connect the unit to the power supply, after the equipment is completely dry. Do not implement disinfection with UV-, beta- and gamma-rays or other high energy radiation. Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 25: Cleaning And Disinfection Of The Unit

    At high temperatures, autoclaving residue may corrode and destroy the plastic. The objects must be thoroughly washed with distilled water, after the cleaning, but before the autoclaving. Residues of any cleaning liquids, may cause fissures, whitening and stains. Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 26: Glass Breakage

    ATTENTION: Please check the relevant specifications of the tubes centrifuges with the manufacturer! 3.2 Lifetime of Rotors and Accessories Rotor and adapter have an operating time of max. 3 years from first use. Conditions for the Operating Time: Proper use, damage-free condition, recommended care. Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting

    Remove this stopper. Fastened to it, is a string which is connected to the lid lock.. • Pull the string slightly and the lid will open. • Open the lid of the centrifuge. • Switch the centrifuge on again, to proceed with regular function. Figure 22 Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 28: Description Of The Error Message System

    4.2.2 Description of the Error Message System The error message, "error" (M11), is shown in the "time" (A-3) display, (see Figure 23). For more detailed information, refer to Table 2: "Error Messages", (see Appendix P. IV). Figure 23 Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 29: Receipt Of Centrifuges To Repair

    Health risk from contaminated equipment, rotors and accessories In case of returning the centrifuge for repairing to the manufacturer, please know the following: The centrifuge must be decontaminated and cleaned, before shipment to Hermle Labortechnik, for the protection of persons, environment and material.
  • Page 30: Transport, Storage And Disposal

    RoHS II Compliance HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH, Siemensstraße 25, 78564 Wehingen, hereby declares and certifies that all components manufactured are RoHS II compliant, according to the definition and restrictions given by the European Parliament Directive 2011/65/EC. This restricts the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipmen Z207A_V1.17...
  • Page 31 TRANSPORT, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 32 TRANSPORT, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 33: Appendix

    APPENDIX EG – Conformity Declaration ....................II Table 1: Technical Data...................... III Table 2: Error Messages .....................IV Table 3: Radius Correction ....................IV Table 4: Symbols- / Abbreviations ..................IV Redemption Form: Decontamination Certificate .............. V Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 34: Eg - Conformity Declaration

    Typenbezeichnung Typ Designation Z 206 A; Z 207 A; Z 216 M; Z 306; Z 326; Z 366; Z 446; Z 216 MK; Z 32 HK; Z 326 K; Z 366 K; Z 36 HK; Z 446 K Einschlägige EG-Richtlinien / Normen Relevant EC Directives / Standards 98/79/EG (Anhang/Annex III);...
  • Page 35 APPENDIX Table 1: Technical Data HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH, 78564 Wehingen Manufacturer Z 207 A Type Dimensions 28 cm Width 35 cm Depth 24 cm Height 8,0 kg Weight without rotor Max. Speed 6,800 min 8 x 15 ml Max. Volume 4,445 x g Max.
  • Page 36 (cm) Angle Rotor 221.57 -0.3 701.011 -1.6 701.012 701.015 -3.0 Table 4: Symbols- / Abbreviations Symbol / Unit Describtion Abbreviations n (=rpm) revolutions per minute [min RZB(=rcf) [x g] relative centrifugal force Polypropylen Polycarbonat Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 37: Redemption Form: Decontamination Certificate

    Have these substances reached the equipment/assembly? …………………………..  Yes  No If so, which ones: ________________________________________________________________ Description of the measures for the decontamination of the listed parts: I confirm the proper decontamination: Company/Dept ._____________ Place and Date: ______________________________ Signature of the authorized person: ________________________________________ Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 38 Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...
  • Page 39 NOTES Z207A_V1.17 © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH _eng...
  • Page 40 HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH Siemensstraße 25 78564 Wehingen Tel: 0 74 26-96 22-17 Fax: 0 74 26-96 22-49 Email: vertrieb@hermle-labortechnik.de Internet: http://www.hermle-labortechnik.de Technical rights reserved ©HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH 2017 Z207A_V1.17 _eng © Hermle Labortechnik GmbH...

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