Entering Run Parameters; Setting Run Speed; Setting Rpm; Default Parameters - Beckman Coulter Allegra X-5 Instructions For Use Manual

Entering Run Parameters

When the power is applied for the first time (no previous runs), default values are displayed (see
Figure 2.3). After the initial use, the parameters of the most recent run are displayed when power is
applied.
Figure 2.3 Default Parameters
1. Accelerate rotor to 2000 RPM.
2. Continue run for two minutes.
3. Use acceleration profile 8.

Setting Run Speed

Centrifuge speed can be set for up to the maximum rated speed of the rotor. Either revolutions per
minute (RPM) or relative centrifugal field (RCF) can be used to select speed. During centrifugation,
the RPM/RCF/ROTOR

Setting RPM

1
Press the
• The last digit on the
entered (in 100-RPM increments) with the cursor keys.
PN B29071AE
display indicates the actual run speed (RPM) of the rotor.
RPM key.
RPM/RCF/ROTOR 0
display ( ) flashes, indicating that the RPM can be
Operation 2
Run Procedure
2-5