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- Page 1 ® GCH-24 Hematocrit Centrifuge USER MANUAL IMPORTANT: Carefully and completely read this user manual to ensure user safety and achieve most efficient operation. www.globescientific.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
16. Service ...................14 © 2019 Globe Scientific Inc. all rights reserved. Globe Scientific Inc. and the Globe Scientific logo are registerd trademarks of Globe Scientific Inc. No part of this manual may be reproduced or otherwise transmitted without the prior written consent of Globe Scientific Inc. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
• For safety purposes, do not come within 30cm (approximately 12 inches) around the centrifuge when in operation. • While the rotor is rotating, never release the lid lock. • Unauthorized repairs, disassembly, or modifying the centrifuge except by an authorized Globe Scientific service center or service technician is strictly prohibited. -
Page 4: Specifications
• Vibrations are likely to damage the centrifuge. Please contact our service center if any abnormality is observed. 1. Specifications Maximum Speed 14000rpm(200-14000rpm) increment: 10rpm (GCH-24-ROT-1.5-2) 12000rpm(200-12000rpm) increment: 10rpm (GCH-24-ROT-H) Maximum RCF 18620×g, increment: 10×g (GCH-24-ROT-1.5-2) 13680×g, increment: 10×g (GCH-24-ROT-H) -
Page 5: Declarations Of Conformity
2. Declaration of Conformity Construction in accordance with the following safety standards: EN 61010-1 EN 61010-2-10 Construction in accordance with the following EMC standards: EN 61326-1/ FCC Part 15 Subpart B/ IECS 001 Associated EU guidelines: EMC guidelines: 2004/108/EC Centrifuge guidelines: This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. -
Page 6: Installation
4. Installation This section describes the instructions that you should adhere to when installing the centrifuge to ensure your safety and optimum performance of the unit. Before moving the centrifuge, the rotor must be removed. WARNING • Improper power supply may damage centrifuge •... -
Page 7: Control Panel
Check the rotor for corrosion or scratches before using. CAUTION • If any abnormality such as corrosion or scratches are found, stop using the rotor and contact Globe Scientific. • Only Globe Scientific rotors may be used with the centrifuge. -
Page 8: Symmetrically Load Tubes Into Rotor
• Do not run the centrifuge when fragments or sample solutions are left in the centrifuge chamber. Always keep the centrifugal chamber clean. • If the centrifuge makes a strange noise during operation, stop it immediately and contact Globe Scientific. Please include any warning code(s), if displayed. - Page 9 8. Operation (Cont.) After self-diagnostics, the centrifuge will display the cumulative running time, see figure 8-2 below: 00312 ºC Figure 8-2 Cumulative running time interface Figure 8-2 indicates the centrifuge has accumulated running time 312 hours 56 minutes and 45 seconds. Then the centrifuge displays the last running parameters, see figure 8-3 below 14000 ºC...
- Page 10 8. Operation (Cont.) LOADING AND REPLACING THE ROTOR (Cont.) • Load the rotor onto the shaft and ensure the rotor is correctly positioned. • You should feel a “click” when the rotor is properly connected to the shaft. If not, there may be something stuck between the rotor and the shaft.
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Page 11: Rcf Operation
8. Operation (Cont.) 8.2 RCF Operation 1. Turn on the Power Switch 2. Set an RCF (Relative Centrifugal Force) value CAUTION • Do not exceed the allowable maximum RCF value of the rotor and adapters (section 11.2). • Press the Select button and choose speed unit ×g, the speed symbol will then flash into RCF value input status. •... -
Page 12: Consumables
2. Check that the centrifuge is grounded properly. Use a multimeter to check if there is a short circuit between the power cord grounding pin and the motor shaft. If an open circuit is found, contact Globe Scientific before use. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting Tips
Parameter E-10~86 Refer to service manual Contact Globe Scientific • Alarm codes E-1~E-9 are related to incorrect operation/programming. You can continue running the centrifuge after implementing corrective procedures. 10.1 How to Open the Lid WHEN POWERED ON CAUTION •... -
Page 14: Replacing Fuses
10. Troubleshooting Tips (Cont.) 10.2 Replacing Fuses There are two fuses in the GCH-24 Hematocrit Centrifuge, 250V, 10A time-delay type, size: Ф5×20. The fuse holder is located inside the power inlet. • Pull out the fuse holder tray from the power inlet and replace the fuses if necessary. -
Page 15: Rotor Overview
11.4 Available Rotors and Adapters Rotor Tube Tube Size/ Adapters Maximum Maximum Centrifugal Maximum Type Quantity Type Required Speed (rpm) Radius (cm) RCF (×g) GCH-24-ROT-H ø1.75 x 75 — 12000 13680 2/1.5mL — 14000 18620 GCH-24-ROT-1.5-2 0.2mL PCR GCM-24-AD2 14000 15110 (optional) 0.5mL Micro... -
Page 16: Calculating Rcf
13.1 Returning the Unit Before returning the unit, a transport securing device must be installed. Before the unit or its accessories are returned to Globe Scientific, they must be decontaminated and cleaned to protect people, the environment and property. 13.2 Disposal Before disposal, the device must be decontaminated and cleaned to protect people, the environment and property. -
Page 17: Warranty
16. Service To ensure safe and efficient operation of your GCH-24 centrifuge, it is necessary to keep the centrifuge clean and to use as recommended in this manual. If centrifuge has problems, do not attempt to repair it by yourself. In the unlikely event you... - Page 18 1 201-599-1406 fax Globe Scientific Inc. 400 Corporate Drive Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 International Sales: 1 201-599-1400 internationalsales@globescientific.com © 2019 Globe Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. The Globe Scientific logo is a registered trademark of Globe Scientific Inc. GCH-24 Manual 19134...
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