VWR Mega Star 600 Instruction Manual page 20

Rotor Installation
CAUTION Unapproved or incorrectly combined accessories can cause serious damage to the
centrifuge.
The centrifuge is equipped with an 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.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the centrifuge door and if necessary, remove any dust, foreign objects or residue from the
chamber.
Auto-Lock and O-Ring must be clean and undamaged.
2. Place the rotor over the centrifuge spindle and lower vertically and slowly down the centrifuge
spindle. If necessary, a light push may be required to ensure connection.
The rotor clicks automatically into place.
CAUTION Do not force the rotor onto the centrifuge spindle.
If the rotor is very light, then it may be necessary to press it onto the centrifuge spindle with
little pressure.
3. Check if the rotor is properly installed by lifting it slightly on the handle or from beneath the rotor.
If the rotor can be pulled up, then it must be reconnected to the centrifuge spindle.
WARNING If the rotor cannot be properly locked in place after several attempts, then the
Auto-Lock is defective, and you are not permitted to operate the rotor.
Check for any damage to the rotor and the spindle: Damaged rotors must not be used.
Keep the centrifuge spindle area of the rotor clear of objects.
If in doubt, please call VWR customer service.
CAUTION Check that the rotor is properly locked on the centrifuge spindle before each use by
pulling it at its handle or from beneath the rotor. The rotor has to be locked tight.
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Auto-Lock
O-Ring
VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R ver b, rel 17.07.2020