The Clinispin Horizon 853VES, is a medium capacity centrifuge with unmatched performance. The Clinispin Horizon 853VES offers control over almost every aspect of the unit’s operation from variable acceleration and deceleration to easy time and speed input. High speed and force capability produces platelet-poor/free plasma and greatly reduces processing times.
General Specifications for the Clinispin Horizon 853VES Centrifuge overall dimensions (h x W x d): 21.6 x 31.8 x 39.4 cms centrifuge Motor: 1/2 H.P. Brushless DC protection breaker: 4 Amp. re–settable Timer: electronic, with hold or 0 to 99 minutes, +/- 1% Weight: 13.7 kgs...
conTrol panEl / parTs of ThE cEnTrifugE: lid Knob lid safety interlock system control panel (see below) cabinet locked running up/down rpM indicator indicator change buttons light unlocked rpM display light indicator light rcf conversion button start button open / stop button up/down Time Time display...
If any problems are found during the initial setup procedure, refer to the troubleshooting section. For further assistance, contact Woodley Equipment Company LTD. at +44 (0) 1204 669033 Plug the female end of the mains lead into the rear of the centrifuge. Plug the male end into an approved electrical outlet.
iniTial sETup procEdurE (continued): 12. Press the ‘OPEN / STOP’ button to terminate the test run. The rotor will decelerate to a complete stop and the lid will then unlock automatically for sixty (60) seconds. 13. Take time now to familiarize yourself with the various additional user settings. Turn to page 11. 14. The centrifuge is now ready for operation. opEraTion: noTE: follow the initial setup procedure before initial operation. 1. Press the ‘OPEN / STOP’ button to unlock the lid and then open the lid.
roTor configuraTions: The next two pages will describe proper balancing and tube loading. Use the appropriate section for the rotor installed in your centrifuge. Improper loading can result in damage to the centrifuge or test tube samples. Twelve (12) Place Horizontal optional and Performance Plus (Standard) This rotor is designed to hold up to twelve (12) tube holders. It comes with two tube holder types.
Twenty (20) Place Fixed-angle Rotor (optional): This rotor is designed to hold up to twenty (20) tube holders. It comes with three tube holder types. The orange holders are designed to hold tubes up to 15mL (up to 17mm x 125mm). The black holders are designed to hold tubes up to 10mL (up to 17mm x 100mm). The blue holders are designed to hold tubes up to 5mL (up to 17mm x 75mm). Your centrifuge must contain a balanced load in order to work properly. To ensure that the load is balanced, keep these rules in mind when inserting test tube samples into the 20 place fixed-angle rotor: Opposing tube holders must be identical.
conTrol panEl funcTions: Time adjustment and Timer Operation - The run time may be set from 30 seconds to 99 minutes and 30 seconds. Press the up and down arrow buttons next to the time display to adjust the run time. Adjustments may be made prior to a run or after a run begins. A quick tap will adjust the time by 30 seconds.
adVancEd usEr sETTings (continued): Braking Rate - The user may adjust the braking rate from minimum ( slowest deceleration, 0) to maximum (quickest deceleration, 9) using the following procedure: While the centrifuge is idle, press the PROGRAM button. Use the UP/DOWN arrow buttons next to the speed display until “BRAKE” is displayed in the speed display. The current braking rate is displayed in the brake display. Use the UP/DOWN arrow buttons next to the brake display to adjust the braking rate from 0 (minimum) to 9 (maximum).
MEMory locaTions / sToring and rEcalling: The Clinispin horizon 853VES centrifuge is capable of storing up to 10 user-defined presets. These memory presets contain all of the settings needed to define a specific run, (run time, speed, acceleration rate, braking rate, etc.). The user can use these memory locations to quickly configure the centrifuge for a specific test type and ensure that the test is run in the same way each time by recalling this same setting. Store a configuration in a memory location Adjust the various settings (speed, time, acceleration rate, etc.) for the configuration to be saved. Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the preset display begins to flash. Press the MEMORY button to increment the memory location by one. Continue to press the memory button until the desired location is displayed. Press the program button to store the current configuration into the memory location that is displayed.
/ holders and should not be used. If it is necessary to remove the rotor for additional cleaning it is required that a qualified technician remove the outside housing and rotor assembly. Contact Woodley Equipment Company for additional information. Apply cleaning solutions with a towel or cloth. Do not submerge the centrifuge in water or...
• If the red ‘UNLOCKED’ indicator will not illuminate or the locking mechanism will not disengage, the electronics or locking mechanism may be damaged. Have a technician service the centrifuge or contact Woodley Equipment Company for further assistance. for additional assistance, services and technical support contact Woodley Equipment Company LTD.
The Clinispin horizon 853VES complies with all requirements of CE EN 61000-3-2, -3-3, EN 61000-4-2, -4-3, -4-4, -4-5, -4-6, -4-11, EN 61010-1, -2-020 and UL standard 3101–2– safETy: 20, Can/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1 , Can/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.2.20 horizon lid safety switch: The Horizon lid is secured to the top of the cabinet by a latching knob and pawl system.
Tube Holder p/n 7713011 p/n 7713040 p/n 7713011 p/n 7713040 Contact your authorised dealer or Woodley Equipment Company to order replacement parts or accessories. Made in the usa Old Station Park Buildings St. John’s Street, Horwich Bolton BL6 7NY, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1204 669033 •...
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