4. LCD Control Panel
This chapter contains details for the centrifuges with the LCD display described in this manual. Pictures shown
are examples and may be different in details to your experience–for example, the LCD display for a ventilated
unit does not have a key for entering temperature, nor a temperature readout.
NOTICE This chapter shows examples for refrigerated models only.
4. 1. Overview
The LCD display combines a single-line LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen with membrane-protected keys for
choosing commands or increasing and decreasing parameter values.
the LCD screen areas and keys described in the following.
➀
No.
Key
Programs
➀
Speed
➁
Time
➂
Temperature
➃
Acceleration
➄
Deceleration
Bucket
➅
Pulse
➆
Open
➇
Start
➈
Stop
➉
Figure 4–1: Functions on the LCD Control Panel
➁
➂
➃
Description
Use the program keys to save and load programs.
The speed (rpm) or RCF value (x g) is displayed here. You can modify the
value using the
and
plus
using the Arrow keys.
The running time is displayed here. You can modify the value using the +
and - key.
The temperature is displayed here. You can modify the value using the + and
- key. You can pre-temper the centrifugation chamber and the empty rotor
before the centrifugation run starts using the PreTemp key.
NOTICE This function is only available on refrigerated centrifuges.
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The acceleration and decelaration profile is displayed here. You can modify
the set profiles using the + and - key.
Use the Bucket key in order to have all available bucket types displayed in
succession.
Press the Pulse key to immediately start the centrifugation run and
accelerate up to the maximal permissible end speed (depending on the used
rotor). Releasing the key initiates a stopping process according to the set
acceleration and braking curve.
Press the Open key to activate the automatic door release (possible only if
device is powered on and if the rotor is fully stopped).
Press the Start key to start a centrifugation run or to accept the
current settings.
Press the Stop key to manually end the centrifugation run.
4-1
Figure 4–1
presents the arrangement of
➅
➄
➄
key. You can switch between rpm and x g
minus
LCD Control Panel
➆ ➇
➈
➉