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- Page 1 Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R Centrifuge Instruction Manual 50156623-c • 07 / 2020 Visit us online to register your warranty: thermofisher.com/labwarranty...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Accident prevention .........................iv Precautions ..........................v Chapter 1 Introduction and description ....................1-1 Characteristics of the Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R ........... 1-2 Technical data ......................1-3 Directives, standards and guidelines ..................1-4 Functions and features ......................1-4 Mains supply ......................1-4 Rotor selection ...................... - Page 4 Autoclaving ......................6-5 Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific ................6-6 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ........................7-1 Mechanical emergency lid release ................7-2 Troubleshooting by user ..................7-3 When to contact customer service ................7-6 Chemical compatibility chart ................A-1 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 5: Preface
Scope of supply Article number Quantity Check Multifuge X1R Centrifuge Power supply cable 50156623 Instruction manual If any parts are missing, please contact your nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific representative. This symbol refers to general hazards. -
Page 6: Intended Use
WARNING If a hazardous situation occurs, turn off the power supply to the centrifuge and leave the area immediately. Prerequisite for the safe operation of the Multifuge X1R is a work environment in compliance with standards, directives and trade association safety regulations and proper instruction of the user. -
Page 7: Precautions
Preface Precautions In order to ensure safe operation of the Multifuge X1R , the following general safety regulations must be followed: • The centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only. • The centrifuge is to be used for its intended use only. - 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. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 9: Introduction And Description
Introduction and description Contents “Characteristics of the Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R ” page 1-2 • “Technical data” page 1-3 • “Directives, standards and guidelines” page 1-4 • “Functions and features” page 1-5 • “Mains supply” page 1-5 • “Rotor selection”... -
Page 10: Characteristics Of The Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R
The Multifuge X1R is equipped with various safety features: • The housing and rotor chamber consist of steel plate, the interior of armor steel, while the front panel is made of high-impact resistant plastic. -
Page 11: Technical Data
Introduction and description Technical data Technical data The technical data of the Multifuge X1R is listed in the following table. Table 1-1. Technical Data Multifuge X1R Multifuge X1R Feature Environmental conditions -Use in interior spaces -Altitudes of up to 2,000 m above sea level -Max. -
Page 12: Directives, Standards And Guidelines
Automatic lid closing and locking starting from an initial hold position Mains supply The following table contains an overview of the electrical connection data for the Multifuge X1R. This data is to be taken into consideration when selecting the mains connection socket. -
Page 13: Rotor Selection
Introduction and description Rotor selection Rotor selection The Multifuge X1R of the is supplied without a rotor. Various Thermo Scientific rotors are available to choose from. TX-400 75003181 with round buckets 75003655 TX-200 75003658 with round buckets 75003659 BIOShield 75003183... - Page 14 Introduction and description Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 15 Before use Contents “Before setting up” page 2-2 • “Transporting the centrifuge” page 2-2 • “Location” page 2-2 • “Aligning the centrifuge” page 2-3 • “Mains Connection” page 2-3 • “Storage” page 2-4 • Multifuge X1R 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. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 17: Aligning The Centrifuge
3. Check whether the cable complies with the safety standards of your country. 4. Make sure that the voltage and frequency correspond to the figures on the rating plate. 5. Establish the connection to the power supply with the connecting cable. Multifuge X1R 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. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 19: Control Panel
Control panel Contents “Control panel” page 3-2 • “Keys” page 3-2 • Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 20: Keys
Braking and acceleration curves 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 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 21: Operation
4-2 • “Entering parameters” page 4-4 • “Centrifugation” page 4-10 • “Temperature adaptation during standstill” page 4-11 • “Short-term centrifugation” page 4-11 • “Removing the rotor” page 4-11 • “Turning off the centrifuge” page 4-12 • Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 22: Switch On Centrifuge
2. Close the door by pressing down on it lightly in the middle or on both sides of it. One lock closes the lid completely. Note The door should audibly click into place. Rotor installation The approved rotors for the Multifuge X1R are listed in section “Rotor selection ” page 1-6. - Page 23 Rotor installation CAUTION Unapproved or incorrectly combined accessories can cause serious damage to the centrifuge. The centrifuge is equipped with a Thermo Scientific Auto-Lock locking system. This system is used to automatically lock the rotor to the centrifuge spindle. The rotor does not have to be bolted on to the centrifuge spindle.
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Page 24: Entering Parameters
5. The display shows: Entering parameters Acceleration curve The Multifuge X1R offers you a total of 9 acceleration and 10 braking curves with which samples and gradients can be centrifuged. After the centrifuge is turned on, the last running profile selected is shown. - Page 25 1. Press the key in order to open the runtime selection menu. Time. The display shows the message Enter the desired runtime in hh.mm 2. Press the key repeatedly to switch over to mm:ss or Hold mode respectively. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 26 Press the key to toggle between the two display modes. When AIR is lit, the temperature inside the rotor chamber will be controlled. This setting is recommended when using the centrifuges pretemp feature. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 27 2. Enter the desired temperature using the numeric pad. The digits show in sequential order. 3. Confirm your entry by pressing Your entry will be automatically confirmed if you do not press any key for 5 seconds. 4. The display shows: Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 28 The default value is marked accordingly. You can either confirm the default value by pressing or enter a different radius. 2. Enter the radius using the numeric pad. The digits show in sequential order. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 29 1-99 by means of the numeric pad. Enter the program number and confirm with 3. Enter the passcode. If you enter the wrong password, the following message appears: Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 30: Centrifugation
As soon as the speed drops to zero, the message will appear in the display. By pressing the key, you can open the door and remove the centrifuge material. You can also stop the centrifuging program manually at any time by pressing the key. Multifuge X1R 4-10 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 31: Temperature Adaptation During Standstill
Short-term centrifugation For short-term centrifuging, the Multifuge X1R has a PULSE- function. By holding down the key, spinning will start and continue until the key is let go. -
Page 32: Aerosol-Tight Rotors
Figure 4-3. Auto-Lock-lid for aerosol-tight rotors WARNING Mind the Auto-Lock-mandrel inside the lid. Do not touch the mandrel. Turning off the centrifuge 1. To turn off the centrifuge put the mains switch to “0”. Multifuge X1R 4-12 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 33: System Menu
System menu Contents “System menu” page 5-2 • “Description” page 5-3 • Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... - Page 34 Keypad beep? ENTER LCD powersave? ENTER STOP ____ Lid passcode? Set lid passcode ENTER Program passcodes? ENTER Auto lid open? ENTER Software ID: 0547V01 0547V01 ENTER 4641V05 Software and NVRAM identification example display Cycle count: 2368 ENTER Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 35: Description
If the door should not be protected with a passcode press 2 (no) on the numeric pad. Press key to confirm. Program passcodes Press 1 (yes) on the numeric pad if the centrifuge programs should be protected with a passcode. Otherwise press 0 (no). Press key to confirm. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... - Page 36 Press 1 (yes) on the numeric pad if the centrifuge should open after the run. Otherwise press 0 (no). Press key to confirm. Software ID Here you fine the current software version. Press key to confirm. Cycle counter Here you fine the current numbers of cycles. Press key to confirm. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 37: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and care Contents “Cleaning intervals” page 6-2 • “Cleaning” page 6-2 • “Disinfection” page 6-4 • “Decontamination” page 6-5 • “Autoclaving” page 6-5 • “Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific” page 6-6 • Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 38: Cleaning Intervals
• If drying boxes are used, the temperature must never exceed 50 °C, since higher temperatures could damage the material and shorten the lifetime of the parts. • Use only disinfectants with a pH of 6-8. • Dry aluminum parts off with a soft cloth. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... - Page 39 Organic solvents break down the grease in the motor bearing. The drive shaft could freeze After some applications, there might be ice in the rotor chamber. Let the ice melt and drain it off. Clean the rotor chamber as described above. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 40: Disinfection
50 °C. 11. After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil (70009824). Also treat the cavities with oil. 12. Grease the bolt of the swing out rotor with bolt grease (75003786). Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 41: Decontamination
1. Before autoclaving clean rotor and accessories and described above. 2. Place the rotor on a flat surface. • Rotors and adapter can be autoclaved at 121 °C. • The maximum permissible autoclave cycle is 20 minutes at 121 °C. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 42: Service Of Thermo Fisher Scientific
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. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Contents “Mechanical emergency lid release” page 7-2 • “Troubleshooting by user” page 7-3 • “When to contact customer service” page 7-6 • Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 44: Mechanical Emergency Lid Release
Figure 7-1. Emergency door release 4. Push the cord back into the centrifuge and mount the plug. Reconnect the centrifuge once the power has been restored. Switch on the centrifuge. Press the to have the door locks operative again. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 45: Troubleshooting By User
PCB overtemp The centrifuge cannot be operated. Restart the centrifuge. If an error message appears again, inform your service The run does not start or the centrifuge runs technician. down without being braked. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... - Page 46 The centrifuge cannot be operated. The speed control measurement returned a different result. The run does not start or the centrifuge runs Restart the centrifuge. down without being braked. If an error message appears again, inform your service technician. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 47 Error during the self-test of the centrifuge program and the electronics. The run does not start or the centrifuge runs down without being braked. Restart the centrifuge. If an error message appears again, inform your service technician. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
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Page 48: When To Contact Customer Service
1. Hold down any of the keys and then switch on the centrifuge. You enter the system menu. 2. Press the key. 3. Press and hold the key, until the following message is displayed: Software ID: XXXXXXXX 4. Communicate the software version to the service technician. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... -
Page 49: 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 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific... - Page 50 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 - Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 51 M S M - 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 - Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 52 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 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 53 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 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 54 Performance unknown; suggest testing, using sample to avoid loss of valuable material. 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. Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 55 Prewarming or precooling the centrifuge ..4-7 Emergency door release ........7-2 Entering parameters ........4-4 Explanation of RCF value .......4-5 Removing the rotor ........4-11 Rotor installation ..........4-2 Rotor selection ..........1-6 Failure message ..........7-3 Run time preselection ........4-5 Features ............1-5 Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R...
- Page 56 Select program ..........4-9 Short-term centrifugation ......4-11 Starting centrifuge program ......4-10 Stopping the centrifugation program ..... 4-10 Storage ............2-4 Switch on centrifuge ........4-2 Technical Data ..........1-3 Temperature adaptation ........4-11 Transporting the centrifuge ......2-2 Troubleshooting ..........7-1 Multifuge X1R Thermo Scientific...
- Page 57 Index Thermo Scientific Multifuge X1R...
- Page 58 Thermo Electron LED GmbH Zweigniederlassung Osterode Am Kalkberg, 37520 Osterode am Harz Germany thermofisher.com/centrifuge © 2018-2020 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. and its subsidiaries unless otherwise indicated. Delrin, TEFLON, and Viton are registered trademarks of DuPont. Noryl is a registered trademark of SABIC. POLYCLEAR is a registered trademark of Hongye CO., Ltd.
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