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- Page 1 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Instructions for Use 50133388-4 • 03 / 2020 Visit us online to register your warranty: thermofisher.com/labwarranty...
- Page 2 WEEE Conformity This product is subject to the regulations of the EU Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU. It is marked by the following symbol:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Centrifugation ......................4-6 Short-term Centrifugation ..................4-7 Removing the Rotor ....................4-8 Aerosol-tight Rotors ....................4-8 Audible Alarm ......................4-8 Turning off the Centrifuge ..................4-9 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Care ......................5-1 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 4 Shipping and Deposing of Accessories ..............5-6 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ........................6-1 Mechanical Emergency Door Release ..............6-2 Troubleshooting by User ..................6-3 When to contact a Service Technician ..............6-6 Chemical Compatibility Chart ................A-1 Index ..........................S-1 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 5: Preface
Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe. This symbol refers to hot surfaces. Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 6: Intended Use
• The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. Pull out the power supply plug or disconnect the power supply in an emergency. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 7: Precautions
• Never use the centrifuge if parts of its cover panels are damaged or missing. • Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge or alter any electronic or mechanical components. • Please observe the safety instructions. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 8 Remaining risk: Improper use can cause damages, contamination, and injuries with fatal consequences. • Highly corrosive substances which can cause material damage and impair the mechanical stability of the rotor, should only be centrifuged in corresponding protective tubes. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 9: Introduction And Description
“Characteristics of the Heraeus Pico 17 / 21” page 1-2 • • “Technical Data” page 1-2 “Directives, Standards and Guidelines” page 1-4 • • “Functions and Features” page 1-4 “Mains Supply” page 1-5 • • “Rotor Selection” page 1-5 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 10: Characteristics Of The Heraeus Pico 17 / 21
Storage and Transport Overvoltage Category Pollution Degree Heraeus Pico 17 Heraeus Pico 17 Heraeus Pico 17 Heat Dissipation 230 V 120 V 100 V 614 BTU/h 614 BTU/h 580 BTU/h Run Time unlimited unlimited unlimited Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 11 21,100 x g 21,100 x g Maximum Kinetic Energy <2.35 kNm <2.35 kNm <2.35 kNm Noise level at maximum Speed < 56 dB (A) < 56 dB (A) < 56 dB (A) Dimensions Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 12: Directives, Standards And Guidelines
Introduction and Description Directives, Standards and Guidelines Table 1-2. Technical data Heraeus Pico 21 Feature Value Height 230 mm 230 mm 230 mm Width 240 mm 240 mm 240 mm Depth 350 mm 350 mm 350 mm Weight with empty Rotor 10.5 kg... -
Page 13: Functions And Features
120 V ±10% 15 AT 60 Hz 3.4 A 220 W Pico 21 75002554 breaker Heraeus 100 V ±10% 75002417 60 Hz 3.9 A 230 W 8 A, 2-pole circuit 16 AT Pico 21 breaker Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 14: Rotor Selection
The technical data of the rotors and the corresponding adapters and reduction sleeves for various commercially available containers can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals. For more information visit our website at: http://www.thermofisher.com Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 15 Before Use Contents “Before Setting up” page 2-2 • • “Transporting the Centrifuge” page 2-2 “Location” page 2-2 • • “Leveling the Centrifuge” page 2-3 “Mains Connection” page 2-3 • • “Storage” page 2-4 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 16: Chapter 2 Before Use
People and hazardous substances must be kept out of the safety zone while centrifuging. • The supporting structure must be stable and free of resonance, for example a level laboratory bench. • The supporting structure must be suitable for horizontal setup of the centrifuge. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 17: Leveling The Centrifuge
2. Plug the centrifuge into grounded electrical sockets only. Note The centrifuge must be connected directly to the socket. Extension cords and multiple sockets are not allowed. 3. Check whether the cable complies with the safety standards of your country. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 18: Storage
• Before storing the centrifuge and the accessories it must be cleaned and if necessary disinfected and decontaminated. • Store the centrifuge in a clean, dust-free location. • Be sure to place the centrifuge on its feet. • Avoid direct sunlight. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 19: Control Panel
Control Panel Contents “Control Panel” page 3-2 • • “Keys” page 3-2 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 20: Keys
Use the key to change the display mode. (speed / RCF value, sample / Changing the display chamber temperature, run time counter from start or preset speed on) mode Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 21: Operation
• • “Centrifugation” page 4-6 “Short-term Centrifugation” page 4-7 • • “Removing the Rotor” page 4-8 “Aerosol-tight Rotors” page 4-8 • • “Audible Alarm” page 4-8 “Turning off the Centrifuge” page 4-9 • Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 22: Switch On Centrifuge
Proceed as follows: 1. Open the door of the centrifuge and if necessary remove any dust, foreign objects or residue from the chamber. Thread and o-ring must be clean and undamaged. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 23 4. Thread the fastening tool into the centrifuge spindle clockwise. Hold the rotor with the other hand into position. 5. Close the rotor. 6. Check if the rotor is properly installed by lifting it slightly on the handle. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 24: Entering Parameters
Speed display 2. When the upper indicator is lit the display shows the RCF value. Press the key to toggle between the two modes. RCF display Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 25 The maximum RCF value is related to the maximum radius of the tube opening. Remember that this value is reduced depending on the tubes and adapters used. This can be accounted for in the calculation above if required. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 26: Centrifugation
3. Press the key. The value is taken over immediately. Centrifugation Once the rotor has been properly installed, the main switch has been turned on and the door has been closed, you can start centrifuging. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 27: Short-Term Centrifugation
Check carefully whether you have to maintain a certain speed for your application. The displayed run time is first in seconds. After one minute the displays changes every minute. After an short-term centrifugations the set values are restored. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 28: Removing The Rotor
The display shows: 4. Press the key under the display in the middle. The acoustic signal is turned on or off. 5. Press the key to confirm the pre-selected value. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 29: Turning Off The Centrifuge
Note The centrifuge is equipped with a special switch for balancing potential voltage discrepancies in the power grid. After pressing the mains switch the display therefore may still flash up to 10 seconds. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 30 Operation Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 4-10 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 31: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care Contents “Cleaning Intervals” page 5-2 • • “Cleaning” page 5-2 “Disinfection” on page 5-3 • • “Decontamination” page 5-4 “Autoclaving” page 5-5 • • “Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific” page 5-5 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 32: Cleaning Intervals
• After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil (70009824). Also treat the cavities with oil. • Store the aluminum parts at room temperature or in a cold-storage room with the cavities pointing down. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 33: Disinfection
Observe the safety precautions and handling instructions for the cleaning agents used. Contact the Service Department of Thermo Fisher Scientific for questions regarding the use of other disinfectants. Disinfect the rotor and accessories as follows: Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 34: Decontamination
4. Release the rotor. 5. Grasp the rotor with both hands and lift it vertically off the centrifuge spindle. 6. Remove the centrifuge tubes and adapters and dispose of them or disinfect them. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 35: Autoclaving
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers inspection and service contracts for this work. Any necessary repairs are performed for free during the warranty period and afterwards for a charge. This is only valid if the centrifuge has only been maintained by a Thermo Fisher Scientific service technician. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 36: Shipping And Deposing Of Accessories
WARNING Before shipping or deposing centrifuges and accessories you have to clean and if necessary disinfect or decontaminate everything. Before storing the centrifuge and the accessories it must be cleaned and if necessary disinfected and decontaminated. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Contents “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” page 6-2 • • “Troubleshooting by User” page 6-3 “When to contact a Service Technician” page 6-6 • Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 38: Mechanical Emergency Door Release
5. Remove the wire from the hole and open the centrifuge door. Now you can remove your samples. Emergency Door Release Emergency Door Release Figure 6-1. Reconnect the centrifuge once the power has been restored. Switch on the centrifuge. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting By User
1. Open the centrifuge by pressing the key. 2. Check whether the rotor is properly loaded. 3. Check whether a broken tube or damaged rotor released the imbalance switch. If the message appears again, inform a service technician. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 40 3. After approx. 60 minutes you can restart the instrument. Observe the maximum permissible environmental temperature. If the message appears again, inform a service technician. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 41 E-65 Rotor stops with deceleration to standstill. Temperature measurement error The centrifuge cannot be operated. Switch the instrument off and on again. If the message appears again, inform a service technician. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 42: When To Contact A Service Technician
EEPRO NV-RAM version Cycle counter CYCLE • The values shown above are just examples. Software 0583 Version 01 NV-RAM 4521 Version 01 cycles completed 2. Communicate the software version to the service technician. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 43: Chemical Compatibility Chart
U S S M S S U S S S S S S S S S U S S S S S S S S S S Cesium Acetate S S S - S S S S - S S - S S S S S S M S S S Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 44 U U U U S U U U S S M M S U U U - Hydrochloric Acid (conc.) U U U U - U U M - U M U U M U U U - U S U U U - Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 45 S S S S S S S M S M S S - N-Butyl Alcohol S U - S M - U S M S S S S M M S M - Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 46 S S S U S S S Nitric Acid (10 %) U S U S S U U - S U S U - S S S S S S S S S M S S S S Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 47 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Citric Acid (10 %) M S S M S S M S S S S S S S S S M S S S S S S S S S S Polyethyleneterephthalate Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 48 Chemical resistance data is included only as a guide to product use. No organized chemical resistance data exists for materials under the stress of centrifugation. When in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots. Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 49: Index
Rotor Installation ..........4-2 Entering Parameters ........4-4 Rotor Selection ..........1-5 Error - Alarm ..........4-8 Explanation of RCF-Value ......4-5 Scope of Supply ..........iii Service .............5-5 Features ............1-4 Service Technician ..........6-6 Functions ............1-4 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 50 Index: Shipping ............5-6 Short-term Centrifugation ......4-7 Speed ..............4-4 Standards ............1-4 Storage ............2-4 Switch on ............4-2 Technical Data ..........1-2 Transporting ........... 2-2 Troubleshooting ........6-1, 6-3 Turning off ............. 4-9 Heraeus Pico 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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