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Du Pont SORVALL RC-5 Service Manual

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******Note*******
Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no
longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in
Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no
longer be available.

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  • Page 1 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
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  • Page 125 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Parts Supplied: Quan Part Number Description 12284 Motor Brush Kit 1/4” 74196 Motor Brush Kit 3/8” 50414 Gyro Cover Seal 50415 Gyro Insulating Disk 204742 Tapered Pin 68158 Male Standoff, 10-32 60012...
  • Page 126 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Defrosting the rotor chamber: Defrost the rotor chamber whenever ice build up in the chamber is evident. 1. Connect the power cord to a power supply. 2. Set the main circuit breaker, POWER switch, to ON. 3.
  • Page 127 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Cleaning Rotor Bearing Surfaces Figure 1 3. Inspect the rotor lid locking stud. 4. Clean and inspect any Sorvall® RX rotor covers. If lid does not fit on the rotor smoothly replace the pertinent components.
  • Page 128 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Clean the condensing fins: Accumulation of dirt, dust, and debris on the condenser fins reduces the efficiency of the refrigeration system. The condenser fins are located on the left side on the RC-5B and RC-5C instruments.
  • Page 129 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 7. Remove the motor brushes and inspect the motor commutator. The commutator should be a smooth shiney copper color devoid of pits and grooves. If the commutator is damaged, replace the motor. Centrifuge Motor RC-5B &...
  • Page 130 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 14. Install the motor back into the centrifuge using the new hardware sup- plied with the PM kit. (50568 motor screws, 60346 split lock washers, & 61652 flat washers) Reconnect all cables from the motor into the centrifuge.
  • Page 131 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Incandesent light bulb replacement RC-5B: Replace any light bulbs that may be out on the control console. 1. Remove the plastic indicator lense cover by pulling the cover straight up from the control console (items 1 through 11 on the drawing shown in figure #2.
  • Page 132 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Pre-run checks: Centrifuge and wall outlet continuity check: Check that the ground lug of the electrical plug is properly grounded and is shorted to the frame of the centrifuge. Check that the ground “lug of the outlet (wall receptacle) is properly grounded.
  • Page 133 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 4. Check that the centrifuge does not start with the chamber door open as follows: a. Set up the centrifuge as follows: 1) Set the temperature to 4°C. 2) Set speed to 3000 RPM.
  • Page 134 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 1. Turn the main circuit breaker, POWER switch, to OFF. 2. Set the ROTOR CODE switches to 00. Disregard all other switch set- tings. 3. Turn the main circuit breaker, POWER switch, to ON. Watch the front control panel and make sure the displays, indicators, and advisory messages light as follows: a.
  • Page 135 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 5. Start the centrifuge by depressing the “Start” indicator and observe the following: a. Door light goes out. b. The centrifuge motor starts and speed is indicated on the speed meter.
  • Page 136 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) 3. Check the NO ROTOR indicator. (Diagnostic 6). a. Close the chamber door. b. Press the START switch. c. Verify that the NO ROTOR indicator. (Diagnostic 6), lights and the centrifuge shuts off 4.
  • Page 137 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) b. While the rotor accelerates, measure the motor current draw on the ammeter. c. Verify that the maximum motor current draw on acceleration is 16.5 ± 0.5 amps. If necessary, calibrate the motor current limit. d.
  • Page 138 INSTRUCTIONS for the RC-5B / RC-5C Preventative Maintenance Kit (Kit Catalog No. 12010) Rotor Maximum Speed Critical Speed Accel Time Brake Time min : sec min : sec 13,000 rpm 800 rpm 8:55 4:17 GS-3 9,000 rpm 600 rpm SLA-3000 11,000 rpm 500 rpm 6:00...
  • Page 139 RC5B/5B PLUS Preventative Maintenance Checklist Account Name: Instrument Model: Account Address: Serial Number: Report Number: Date: Rotor Inspection Mechanical Check for corrosion or excessive wear Lubricate door latch Lubricate buckets and trunnions Interlock Microswitch Adjustment Inspect Rotor locking stud Refrigeration leaks Door screws secure Replace heat sink standoffs on brake assembly Pre-Run Checks...
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  • Page 198 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 199 Spacer (shim) 20510 Spacer (shim) ******Note******* Page 8-2 Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 200 ! Lamp only for above Indicator ******Note******* Page 8-3 Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 201 Tube, Filter to Service Valve (Rotalock) ******Note******* Page 8-4.1 Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 202 65785 Fan Assembly (Not Available) ******Note******* Page 8-4.2 Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 203 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 204 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 205 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 206 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 207 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 208 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 209 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 210 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 211 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.
  • Page 212 Lubricant, Lubriplate, 130AA (1 ¾ oz. Tube) Page 8-13 ******Note******* Effective January 1, 2003 The Sorvall RC-5 centrifuge will no longer be supported. Parts will be supplied if currently in Kendro stock until depletion. Once depleted, parts will no longer be available.

  • Page 213: Gyro

    Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B GYRO ACTION DRIVE (Spline Drive) FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-10 20466 Gyro Action Drive Assembly ! Socket Head Screw 8-10 60668 8-10 20109 ! Rubber Seal Cover 8-10 12734 ! Bearings...
  • Page 214 Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B CENTRIFUGE DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY (Spline Drive) FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-10 12220 Motor Assembly 8-10 12304 Motor Assembly with Brush Lift Assembly (Not Available) 8-10 20462 ! Lower Coupling Assembly 8-10...
  • Page 215 Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B CONTROL CONSOLE FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-11,8-12 91476 Circuit Breaker CB301 8-11, 8-12 12248 Indicator Light Assembly, BRUSHES DS101, REFRIGERATION DS108 8-11,8-12 12251 Door Switch Assembly S102 8-11, 8-12 12252 BRAKE Switch Assembly S103...
  • Page 216 Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B LOWER CONTROL PANEL FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-13, 8-14 904462 Resistor R202 8-13, 8-14 20938 Transformers T202 and T203 8-13 12731 Compressor Relay K201 Relay K201 (Not Available) 8-14 66666 8-13, 8-14...
  • Page 217 Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B REFRIGERATION Instruments with Condenser Replaced Prior to July 1999 (HP-62) FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-18 91470 Filter Drier 8-18 50350 Suction Line 8-13, 8-14 91392 Fan Motor 8-13, 8-14 91983...
  • Page 218 Table 8-3. RC-5B Parts List (Key to figures 8-10 through 8-14 and 8-16 through 8-21) RC-5B Miscellaneous Electrical Components FIGURE ITEM DESCRIPTION 8-18 12987 Control Board 8-18, 8-19 66383 Door Hinge Interlock Microswitch, S301 8-18, 8-19 12233 Temperature Sensor Kit 8-16, 8-19 20747 Brush Warning Box...
  • Page 227 -------- 12987 Silencer Top - 50189 Silencer Bottom - 50190 Hose Clamp - 66632...
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  • Page 233 Table 8-4. RC-5B Motor and Brush Lift Assembly (Key to figure 8-24) RC5B Motor and Brush Lift Assembly ITEME DESCRIPTION 50154 Motor & Brush Lift Assembly, RC-5B (not Available) 50226 Motor Assembly Tachometer & Lower Coupling (not Available) 50128 Clip, Pulley, Cable Guide 50148 Cable Assembly, Brush Lift 50121...
  • Page 234 Table 8-5. RC-5B Door and Interlock Assembly (Key to figure 8-25) RC-5B Door and Interlock Assembly ITEM DESCRIPTION 50539 Ring, Stud Retainer, KSB 60977 Pin, Spring, Self-locking, 1/8” dia x ¾” long 50075 Plate, Support, Door Interlock 50080 Plate, Support, Hinge 50096 Rod, Release, Manual, Door 50256...
  • Page 235 Table 8-5. RC-5B Door and Interlock Assembly (Key to figure 8-25) RC-5B Door and Interlock Assembly ITEM DESCRIPTION 50110 Shim, Latch, 16 GA (.060) 65660 Scr. #10 x 13/4” long – Cross Recessed Flat Head Wood Scr. 18-8 ST STL) 63240 Pin, Spring, Sprio ¼...

  • Page 237: Door

    Table 8-6. Door Assembly, PN 50095 (Key to figure 8-26) RC-5B Door Assembly, P/N 50095 ITEM DESCRIPTION 50095 Door Assembly 50090 Body, Door 50473 Seal, Upper, Door 20785 Diffuser Assembly 66352 Screw, Mach., Flat Head, Slot, Stl Cad Pla., UNC, 1/4-20 x 3/4"...
  • Page 239 Table 8-7. Door Interlock Assembly, PN 50082 (Key to figure 8-27) RC-5B Door Interlock Assembly, P/N 50082 ITEM DESCRIPTION 50082 Interlock Assembly, Door 50077 Weldment Assembly, Door Interlock 66310 Solenoid, Pull Type, Hortz Mount, 220V, 50Hz Decco #18-315 50896 Link, Solenoid, RC-5B 50572 Support, Linkage, Interlock 50085...

  • Page 241: Selected

    Table 8.8. Selected Spare Parts, Minimum Inventory RC-5B - QUIET DRIVE FROM S/N 8004600, 6/80 DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 1. Motor Basic 12991 1. Gyro 12817 2. Lower Coupling 12345 3. Cover Seal 50414 4. Insulator 50415 Rc-5B/RC-5 - PRIOR TO S/N 8004600 DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 5.

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