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This manual contans WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident and/or personal injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your centrifuge or accessory equipment. Read this manual thoroughly before operating or servicing this centrifuge. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
1 DESCRIPTION The Model Centra-W Cell Washer is manufactured by the International Equipment Company. This benchtop cell washer is used to automatically perform the washing phase of the anti-globulin procedure in tests using up to six drops of blood sample. The cell washer will accommodate either twelve 12 x 75 mm tubes, or twelve 10 x 75 mm tubes.
(Have someone hold the carton, if necessary). Place the cell washer on a sturdy, level bench near a waste container or drain to receive decanted saline. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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Complete the warranty registration card and return it to IEC. Figure 2-1 Unpacking Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
From the following table, determine the correct fuses. Insert two fuses in the fuse drawer and replace the fuse drawer in the power entry module. Make sure it locks into place. Voltage Fuse Cat No. 100V/120V 250V 5A T 49946 220V/230V/240V 220V/240V 250V 2.5A T 49937 Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Periodically inspect the drain tubing to ensure its proper operation. If the drain line becomes kinked or restricted, drained liquid can back up the drain hose and into the motor compartment causing motor failure. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
This key is used to power the cover solenoid and open the cover. The indicator to the left of this key will light whenever the Power Switch is in the On position and the rotor is stopped. Press the OPEN COVER key to release the cover. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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This indicator lights when the saline solution reservoir is depleted. An alarm also sounds. The cell washer defaults to the check mode, allowing the user to hand-fill the tubes, and to prime the pump system. Pressing the RUN key will resume the run. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
“stepping" motion of the rotor, cell pellets are disrupted (broken up) for resuspension of the cells during subsequent wash cycles. If desired, the agitation sequence may be manually added at the end of the run. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Routine housekeeping and cleaning practices will help to remove salt deposits in, and prolong the life of, these components. Priming Priming is required whenever a new saline supply is connected. To prime the instrument: Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Recheck by following this procedure starting at step 5. Repeat this procedure as necessary. The cell washer must be Calibrated for a 12 tube load even though fewer tubes may be used. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Agitate). If the STOP key was used, then the wash cycle will start from the beginning when restarted. NOTE: If saline flow is interrupted or depleted, the run stops, an alarm sounds and the ADD SALINE LED lights. (See Section 3.4) Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
NOTE: Agitation can be performed with the cover open or closed. Press the AGITATE key to obtain a six-second agitation. An agitate can be added to the spin cycle by pressing the SPIN and AGITATE keys. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Therefore, simply press the WASH key or SPIN key. Then press the RUN key. The run cycle will include all the previously entered number of wash cycles or spin time, and agitate, if programmed. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
5. Add one (1) drop of Coombs control cells to each negative tube. 6. Agitate tubes and spin for 15 seconds. Examine for agglutination. All tubes should give positive reactions. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Reconnect the saline supply line to the saline reservoir and prime the unit using the CALIBRATE key. Make certain that the inner bowl is wiped out to remove any excess moisture before resuming use of the cell washer. 2. Clean the rotor and solenoid plunger. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Press the SPIN key and enter the length of spin time. Press RUN. As soon as the spin cycle starts (start of spin can be determined by listening for hum), start the stopwatch. Stop the stopwatch when the time display reads 000. Verify that spin time is correct. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Insert the pump rollers into the pump head (long end of shaft outward). Turn the pump shaft by hand to verify that the pump motor is coupled. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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Gently pull on the drain tubing (to unkink it), and slide its clamp up the tubing as close to the cabinet assembly as possible. Tighten it in place to prevent kinking. Figure 4-1 Pump Assembly Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS) guidelines for the protection of laboratory workers from instrument biohazards. 3. Wipe instrument with a damp towel (water only) and thoroughly dry. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
POWER switch to the OFF position. Place an insulated rod approxmately 6 inches straight through the opening. Push gently to disengage the latch. Replace the cover plug and turn the POWER switch back to ON. Figure 4-2 Cover Interlock Bypass Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
The RGA paperwork includes a certificate for you to sign indicating that you have performed these steps. IEC will not accept the shipment unless this signed certificate accompanies it. You must prepay transportation to the service depot. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: Operation 10 °C to 35 °C Storage 20 °C to 70 °C RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Operation 20% to 90% Non-Operation 5% to 95% Storage 5% to 95% *NO LOAD Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Once a component has been identified as defective, IEC recommends replacement. Over the history of the IEC Centra-W Cell Washer there have been many improvements. This manual is specific to the current production version at the time of writing of this manual. Generally, the information contained in this service portion should be applicable.
PCB to the control panel. Take care not to lose the standoffs when lifting the PCB off. Latch Assembly The latch assembly contains three parts; the latch striker (catch), solenoid Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
(each) mounting screws, repositioning the hinge and securing it. Hinge tension is adjusted from beneath the hinge by turning the adjustment screw (clockwise to tighten). Take care to have the same tension in both hinges. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
There are several components mounted to the base assembly. These include the power entry module, power switch, line filter, transformer, relay, diode, terminal board, mounting feet and capacitors (3). These components may be accessed by removing the cabinet (see Section 8.1). Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
The circuit board has 4 interface connectors, labelled J1 through J4. Con- nector J3 brings power to the circuit board. The other connectors distribute power and signals as follows: Membrane Control Panel Saline & Cover Switches Power Out Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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J4. Power the unit back on. If a fuse does not blow, reconnect connectors, one at a time, in the above manner until a fuse blows. Search for the short in the last component connected before the fuse blew. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
LED is not lit, then the board should be re- placed. LED indicators are present for the following devices: Motor - High Speed Motor - Low Speed Pump Relay Decant Solenoid Cover Solenoid Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
The fuse is rated as follows: 6.3 A, 125 V 5x20mm Slo-Blo IEC Part No. 8976 10.4 Test Points The board contains 3 test points. They are as follows: Ground Logic Voltage 10 Hz Frequency Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
DRIVE ASSEMBLY 11.1 General The motor in the Centra-W Cell Washer is a two speed brushless induction motor with sealed, permanently lubricated bearings. The drive assembly has added sealing at the factory to prevent saline from reaching the motor. If motor replacement is necessary, IEC recommends replacement of the drive assembly.
11.3 Brake The brake in the Centra-W Cell Washer is an electric brake. The PC board, first, powers the low speed winding to bring the speed down and then applies a DC voltage to the high speed winding to stop the motor. The brake is used after the third (DECANT) step of each WASH cycle and during the agitate step.
Remove the second retaining ring (shown #15), and remove the three socket head screws (shown #13) using a 7/64" Allen wrench. Lift the metal deck (shown #4) off of the assembly. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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Place the stand on the shaft as shown and replace the last retaining ring in the groove of the shaft. Place rotor right side up & verify that all tubeholders swing out fully as shown. Figure 11-1 Rotor Assembly (see Section 13 for parts identification) Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Cell washers with higher serial numbers can be modified in the field. In addition to the new rotor (IEC Part No. 477), a new guard bowl (IEC Part No. 50402) and solenoid plunger (IEC Part No. 44919) must be installed. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
PUMP 12.1 General The peristaltic saline pump system in the Centra-W Cell Washer consists of three parts: the pump motor, pump head and pump tubing. Replacement of the pump tubing is described in Section 4.4. 12.2 Pump Motor With the unit unplugged, there are electrical characteristics of the pump motor that can be checked.
The switch is normally open (saline present). When saline is not present the switch closes and stops a run during the fill mode. To replace the switch, remove the cabinet (see Section 8.1), disconnect the wiring harness to the switch and remove its two mounting screws. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
Note: At the time of publication these drawings and diagrams were accurate. Changes to the units do occur. If you have any questions regarding these drawings and diagrams, please contact IEC Technical Support at (800) 843-1113. Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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43173 Transformer Diode 61235 61534 Line Filter (not shown) Relay 43176 61056 Capacitor Splash 60935 Shield Power 49321 Switch 55418 Foot (4) 33340 Pump Control Motor Panel 49318 PC Board Capacitors (2) 50001 44443 60551 Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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Qty. Part No. Tubeholder 44924 Stand 44945 Shaft 44910 Deck 44907 Pivot Ring 44906 Filler Head 44920 Filler Head Cap 3666 Filler Tube 44904 Dowel Pin 44903 O ring 36211 Pivot 44921 Reflective Tape 50310 Centra-W Cell Washer Service Manual...
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