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® GCC-E Enhanced Clinical Centrifuge USER MANUAL Enhanced Feature Low Speed Clinical Centrifuge IMPORTANT: Carefully and completely read this user manual to ensure user safety and achieve most efficient operation. www.globescientific.com...
• For safety purposes, do not come within 30cm (approximately 12 inches) around the centrifuge when in operation. • While the rotor is rotating, never release the lid lock. • Unauthorized repairs, disassembly, or modifying the centrifuge except by an authorized Globe Scientific service center or service technician is strictly prohibited.
Important Safety Information (Cont.) CAUTION • This centrifuge must be located on a firm and level table. • Make sure the centrifuge is horizontal before running. • Do not move or relocate the centrifuge when it is running. • If fluid spills in the rotor chamber, please promptly clean and dry with a dry cloth to avoid sample contamination.
2. Declaration of Conformity Construction in accordance with the following safety standards: EN 61010-1 EN 61010-2-020 EN 61010-2-101 Construction in accordance with the following EMC standards: EN 61326-1/ FCC Part 15 Subpart B/ IECS 001 EN 61326-2-6:2006 Associated EU guidelines: EMC directive: 2004/108/EC LVD directive: 2006/95/EC IVD directive: 98/79/EC...
4. Installation This section describes the instructions that you should adhere to when installing the centrifuge to ensure your safety and optimum performance of the unit. Before moving the centrifuge, the rotor must be removed. WARNING • Improper power supply may damage centrifuge •...
5. Unit Overview Lid Lock Hook View Air Vents Rotor LCD Display Power Cord Socket Control Panel Lid Release Hole Lid Release Hole Power Switch FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW 6. Control Panel CONTROL PANEL OPERATION IMPORTANT: Plug unit into appropriate main supply based Speed Display Lid Lock Status Time Display...
Check the rotor for corrosion or scratches before using. CAUTION • If any abnormality such as corrosion or scratches are found, stop using the rotor and contact Globe Scientific. • Only Globe Scientific rotors may be used with the centrifuge.
8. Operation (Cont.) 8.1 Normal Operation When turning on the power switch, the centrifuge will display the running interface with the values used the last time operated after passing the self-diagnostic checks. SET THE OPERATION PARAMETERS Press the Select button to select the desired parameters. The parameters can be modified when the parameter is flashing. Rotate the Adjustment Knob clockwise to increase parameter value.
8. Operation (Cont.) END THE OPERATION 1. The centrifuge will brake when it reaches the set time or when the Start / Stop button is pressed • When the rotor stops rotating, the centrifuge will start beeping to alert the operation has finished. 2.
9. Maintenance 9.1 Cleaning CAUTION • Failure to follow the recommended instructions for cleaning and disinfecting may result in damage to the centrifuge. 1. Centrifuge • If the centrifuge is exposed to ultraviolet rays for a long period of time, the lid may discolor or the label may be peel off. It is recommended to cover the centrifuge with a piece of cloth to protect it from direct exposure or to move it from direct exposure.
9. Maintenance (Cont.) 9.2 Rotor Installation 1. Installation 2. Adjustment IMPORTANT: Before locking the rotor, rotate it and carefully observe to see if there is any obvious wobbling. If so, remove the rotor, turn slightly and install it again until it rotates smoothly.
Parameter E-10~86 Refer to service manual Contact Globe Scientific • Alarm codes E-1~E-9 are related to incorrect operation/programming. You can continue running the centrifuge after implementing corrective procedures. 10.1 How to Open the Lid WHEN POWERED ON CAUTION •...
11. Rotor Instructions CAUTION • Read the instructions thoroughly to properly load and use the rotor. • Do not exceed the allowable maximum speed of the rotor, tube and adapters etc. Ensure the allowable maximum speed of the adapters is lower than the rotor’s maximum speed. 11.1 Rotor Structure Riser Sleeve...
13.1 Returning the Unit Before returning the unit, a transport securing device must be installed. Before the unit or its accessories are returned to Globe Scientific, they must be decontaminated and cleaned to protect people, the environment and property. 13.2 Disposal Before disposal, the device must be decontaminated and cleaned to protect people, the environment and property.
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