Warranty ....................30 Condition of Returned Equipment ............. 31 Table of Spare Parts .................. 31 Fuses Not Replaceable By The Operator ..........32 SPECIFICATIONS ....................33 Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Maximum sample load is 3 Liters. Designed for ease of use, the Centra-GP8 has an ergonomic touch pad control panel and bright, easily read LED displays. The unit can be operated in manual mode, hold, or one of 35 programmable operations.
15 cm (6 inches) and then swing backwards to swivel the casters to the front. Section 6 of this manual provides specific dimensions and specifications for each of the Centra-GP8 units. Clearance Envelope International Electrotechnical Commission standard 1010 part 2-20 limits the permitted movement of a laboratory centrifuge to 300mm in the event of a disruption.
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198-242 V; set 220 V 216-264 V; set 240 V 216-264 V; set 240 V Note: Power line ampacity requirement provides for sufficient current to permit effective performance. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Fuses Install appropriate fuses for the voltage at your site. Centra-GP8 & Centra-GP8(K) (model #3121, #3123, #3127): two 16A fuses for 100/120 V; or two 6.3A fuses for 220/240 V. Centra-GP8R & Centra-GP8R(K) (model #3122, #3124, #3128): These models have no insert or window and are already configured for use with 120V, 60 Hz only.
Benchtop First, remove the rotor and accessories. Next, release the seal on the suction cups that adhere the Centra-GP8/R to the work surface. Lift the edge of each suction cup to release the seal and insert an object such as a tongue depressor underneath to prevent the cup from resealing.
As you approach the proper setting, release the button and then press it repeatedly to select the exact setting. When a button is released for three seconds, the display returns to actual readings. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Note that the radius cannot be changed to a radius larger than the maximum radius for that rotor. The display changes back to rotor number after three seconds. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Full Brake; Coast From 500 rpm Accel. 5 Accel. 4 Accel. 3 Accel. 2 Accel. 1 5 4 3 Time Time (sec.) ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION RATES Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Radius display. Press an arrow key under the rotor display to select the new rotor number. Press the file key. "Radius" appears. Use arrow keys Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
After 3 seconds the display changes to the actual parameters. Press the cover button to open the Centra-GP8, and install a rotor per rotor installation instructions. To close the cover, lower the centrifuge cover to approximately 6 inches open. With a slight flick of the wrist, firmly push down the cover so that the resulting momentum engages the latches.
(Some smaller rotors may not be able to warm the chamber to the higher temperature settings.) Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
HOLD mode. Stored Programs The Centra-GP8 series has an internal memory capable of holding 35 sets of run parameters. Each set, or program, is stored and can be recalled by selecting a program number (1-35). Programs are retained in memory even if the power is turned off.
Therefore, at zero RPM, set and actual chamber temperatures may be different. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
Derating Table for Dense Samples The Speed and Force Table lists the maximum speed for each rotor/adapter combination in the Centra-GP8. Faster speeds impose unnecessary wear on the motor and may cause damage to the rotor. These speeds are guaranteed only with samples whose specific gravity is not...
Continue until no more BLC rubs off onto the cloth. The surface will be a shiny, light gray. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Repeated autoclaving will seriously degrade the performance of polycarbonate materials. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
The trailing edge of the brush may be identified by the presence of a dark deposit of carbon along the side of the brush adjacent to that edge. Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
49801). 5.5 Warranty IEC wants you to be satisfied with the quality of your Centra-GP8 or Centra-GP8R centrifuge. We guarantee your IEC centrifuge for one year and IEC rotors for seven years. We will repair or replace any of these...
Three internal fuses are not replaceable by the operator. These fuses should only be replaced by qualified service personnel. 12.5A T 250V 6.3A 250V FAST 125V Centra-GP8/GP8R Operation Manual Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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