Short-Term Centrifugation; Removing The Rotor - Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8 Instruction Manual

Short-term Centrifugation

For short-term centrifugation, the Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8 has a PULSE-function.
By holding down the PULSE key, spinning will start and continue until the key is let go.
The centrifuge accelerates and brakes at maximum power. Any rpm or RCF entered beforehand is
overridden.
Note The centrifuge accelerates to maximum speed according to the rotor used.
Check carefully whether you have to maintain a certain speed for your application.
During the acceleration process, time is counted forwards in seconds. The reading stays displayed until
the centrifuge lid is opened.

Removing the Rotor

To remove the rotor, proceed as follows:
1. Open the centrifuge lid.
2. Grab the rotor handle and press against the green Auto-Lock button. At the same time, pull the
rotor directly upwards and remove it from the centrifuge spindle. Make sure not to tilt the rotor
while doing this.
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