Starting A Spin - Agilent Technologies Velocity11 VSpin User Manual

58 Chapter 4: Performing a Spin
VSpin User Guide

Starting a Spin

Safety Information
Procedure
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moving parts or remove plates while the VSpin is in operation. It
is not possible to touch the rotor while it is in motion, if the door
is functioning properly, but the door can cause possible
pinching, piercing or bruising when it closes.
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jewelry away from the instrument while it is in motion.
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components or accessories are damaged or if any components or
accessories have received rough handling or have been modified
in any manner not authorized by Velocity11. Discontinue use if
the VSpin vibrates or emits noise above normal levels.
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objects or liquids are trapped within the chamber.
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of 1500 RPM unless it is securely mounted to a structure
approved by Velocity11. Consult Velocity11 for review and
approval of mounting surface.
This procedure is for performing a spin through the diagnostics software,
and is not how a spin would be performed in a lab automation run.
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taught correctly before operation, especially after performing
maintenance.
To teach the bucket position, see "Setting the Presented Bucket" on
page 55.
To start a spin:
1. Make sure you have followed steps 1–6 in "Workflow Overview" on
page 46.
2. Make sure that the buckets swing freely and are oriented so that two
tabs are facing outward and four tabs are facing inward towards the
center of the spindle.
Never attempt to touch any of the
Keep your fingers, hair, clothing and
Do not run the VSpin if any VSpin
Do not operate the VSpin if foreign
Do not operate the VSpin above speeds
Make sure that the VSpin buckets are