Entering Parameters ....................4-4 Saving programs ...................... 4-6 Centrifugation ......................4-7 Temperature Adaptation during Standstill ............... 4-8 Short-term Centrifugation ..................4-8 Removing the Rotor ....................4-8 Aerosol-tight Rotors ....................4-9 Aligning the Centrifuge ................... 4-9 Heraeus Megafuge 16 i Thermo Scientific...
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Autoclaving ......................6-5 Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific ................6-5 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ........................7-1 Mechanical Emergency Door Release ..............7-2 Troubleshooting by User ..................7-3 When to contact Customer Service ................7-5 Chemical Compatibility Chart ................A-1 Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
Failure to follow the instructions and safety information in this instruction manual will result in the expiration of the sellers warranty. Scope of Supply Article Number Quantity Check Thermo Scientific Heraeus Megafuge Power supply cable 50155783 Instruction manual 70009824 Anti-corrosion oil If any parts are missing, please contact your nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific representative.
• Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly. Follow the instructions given in the rotor manual. • Never overload the rotor. Follow the instructions given in the rotor manual. • Never start the centrifuge when the lid is open. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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• Highly corrosive substances which can cause material damage and impair the mechanical stability of the rotor, should only be centrifuged in corresponding protective tubes. IF A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OCCURS, TURN OFF THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE CENTRIFUGE AND LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY Heraeus Megafuge 16 v Thermo Scientific...
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CAUTION means that material damage could occur. WARNING means that injuries or material damage or contamination could occur. This symbol refers to biological hazards. Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
• The integrated rotor detection systems ensures that no inadmissible speed settings can be preselected. • Electronic imbalance recognition • Lid emergency release: For emergencies only, e.g. during power failures (see “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” page 7-2) Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
-10 °C to +40 °C Dimensions refrigerated Height 360 mm Height with lid open 870 mm 440 mm Width Depth 605 mm Table top height 310 mm 57.5 kg weight without rotor Heraeus Megafuge 16 1-3 Thermo Scientific...
Directives, Standards and Guidelines Directives, Standards and Guidelines Table 1-2. Directives, Standards and Guidelines Standards Region /Voltage/ Frequency single phase IEC 61010-1 220-230 V, IEC 61010-2-020 50 / 60 Hz EN 61326-1 Class B EN ISO 9001 Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
This data is to be taken into consideration when selecting the mains connection socket . Table 1-4. Electrical connection data Mains Rated Power Cat. Frequency Equipment fuse Building fuse voltage current consumption 75004232 ventilated 230 V ±10% 50 / 60 Hz 1010 W 15 AT 16 AT Heraeus Megafuge 16 1-5 Thermo Scientific...
The technical data of the rotors and the corresponding adapters and reduction sleeves for various commercially available containers can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals. For more information visit our website at: http://www.thermofisher.com Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
People and hazardous substances must be kept out of the safety zone while centrifuging. • The supporting structure must be stable and free of resonance, for example a level laboratory bench. • The supporting structure must be suitable for horizontal setup of the centrifuge. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
3. Check whether the cable complies with the safety standards of your country. 4. Make sure that the voltage and frequency correspond to the figures on the rating plate. 5. Establish the connection to the power supply with the connecting cable. Heraeus Megafuge 16 2-3 Thermo Scientific...
• Before storing the centrifuge and the accesories it must be cleanedand if necessary desinfected and decontaminated. • Store the centrifuge in a clean, dust-free location. • Be sure to place the centrifuge on its feet. • Avoid direct sunlight. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
Use the arrow keys in order to modify the displayed value Change Value Press the snow symbol key for prewarming or precooling the centrifuge. Snow Symbol Use the Change key to change the display mode. (Speed / RCF Value) Changing the display mode Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
Use only the rotors and accessories from this list in the centrifuge. CAUTION Unapproved or incorrectly combined accessories can cause serious damage to the centrifuge. The centrifuge is equipped with Thermo Scientific Auto-Lock locking system. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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4. If available close the rotor with the rotor lid. Be sure to check all sealings before starting any aeorsol-tight applications. See the information in the rotor instruction manual. 5. Close the centrifuge lid. Heraeus Megafuge 16 4-3 Thermo Scientific...
2. Enter the desired value by pressing the key repeatedly, until the desired value shows. Note If an extremely low RCF value has been selected, it will be corrected automatically if the resulting speed is less than 300 rpm. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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1. Press the key below the TEMPERATURE display in order to open the temperature selection menu. The display shows "Set temp": 2. Enter the desired value by pressing the key repeatedly, until the desired value shows. Heraeus Megafuge 16 4-5 Thermo Scientific...
The display shows the following message: 2. Press the BUCKET key repeatedly until the bucket being used is displayed. Saving programs 1. Enter the program parameters. 2. Press any of the program store keys for 4 seconds. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
The centrifuge will be decelerated at the designated rate. The message "END" will illuminate, and after pressing the key OPEN , the lid will open and you can remove the centrifuged material. Heraeus Megafuge 16 4-7 Thermo Scientific...
2. Grab the rotor handle with both hands and press against the green Auto-Lock key. At the same time, pull the rotor directly upwards with both hands and remove it from the centrifuge spindle. Make sure not to tilt the rotor while doing this. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
Figure 4-2. Auto-Lock lid for aerosol-tight rotors WARNING Mind the Auto-Lock mandrel inside the lid. Do not touch the mandrel. Aligning the Centrifuge • To turn off the centrifuge put the mains switch to "0". Heraeus Megafuge 16 4-9 Thermo Scientific...
Language English Deutsch Francaise End of run beep? Español Italiano Nederlands к Росс ий Keypad beep? LCD powersave? Auto lid open? 0547V01 0547V01 Software ID: 4641V05 Software NVRAM identification example values. Cycle count: 2368 Heraeus Megafuge 16 5-1 Thermo Scientific...
Otherwise use the keys below the bucket selection until it says NO. Use the keys below the speed display in order to navigate through the system menu. Press the STOP key to quit the system menu. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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Cycle count Here you fine the current numbers of cycles. Use the keys below the speed display in order to navigate through the system menu. Press the STOP key to quit the system menu. Heraeus Megafuge 16 5-3 Thermo Scientific...
• After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil (70009824). Also treat the cavities with oil. • Store the aluminum parts at room temperature or in a cold-storage room with the cavities pointing down. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
CAUTION Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended by the manufacturer, users should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment. Observe the safety precautions and handling instructions for the cleaning agents used. Heraeus Megafuge 16 6-3 Thermo Scientific...
For general radioactive decontamination use a solution of equal parts of 70% ethanol, 10% SDS and water. 1. Open the centrifuge. 2. Turn off the centrifuge. 3. Pull out the power supply plug. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
The service technicians check the following: • the electrical equipment; • the suitability of the set-up site; • the lid lock and the safety system; • the rotor; • the fixation of the rotor and the drive shaft. Heraeus Megafuge 16 6-5 Thermo Scientific...
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Thermo Fisher Scientific offers inspection and service contracts for this work. Any necessary repairs are performed for free during the warranty period and afterwards for a charge. This is only valid if the centrifuge has only been mainained by a Thermo Fisher Scientific service technician. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
4. Push the cord back into the centrifuge and mount the plug. Reconnect the centrifuge once the power has been restored. Switch on the centrifuge. Press the OPEN to have the door locks operative again. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
The lid opens while the device is running. The run does not start or the centrifuge Close the lid and restart the centrifuge. runs down without being braked. If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service. Heraeus Megafuge 16 7-3 Thermo Scientific...
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Error during the self-test of the centrifuge program and the electronics. The run does not start or the centrifuge runs down without being braked. Restart the centrifuge. If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
1. Hold down any of the keys and then switch on the centrifuge. You enter the system menu. 2. Press the START key 3. Press the key, until the following message is displayed: Software ID: XXXXXXXX 4. Communicate the software version to the service technician. Heraeus Megafuge 16 7-5 Thermo Scientific...
S S U U S U M U S U U S U U U M U M U U U S U U S U S Benzene Benzyl Alcohol U U - M M - S U U U U U U U - M S M - Heraeus Megafuge 16 A-1 Thermo Scientific...
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U S U - Ethylene Dichloride Ethylene Glycol S S S S S S S S S S S S - S U S S S S S S S S M S M S Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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S S S S S S Solution 555 (20%) Magnesium Chloride M S S - S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S M S S S Heraeus Megafuge 16 A-3 Thermo Scientific...
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S U M U U S U M S M S U U S U M M M S Phenol (5%) Phenol (50%) U S U - S U M - S U M U U U U U S U M U U S U U U M S Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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S S S M S - Urea Hydrogen Peroxide (10%) U U M S S U U - S S S U S S S M U S S S S S S M S U S Heraeus Megafuge 16 A-5 Thermo Scientific...
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No data available. Because no organized chemical resistance data exists for materials under the stress of centrifugation, when in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots. suggest testing, using sample to avoid loss of valuable material. Chemical resistance data is included only as a guide to product use. Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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Failure message ..........7-3 Features ............1-5 Safety features ..........1-2 Safety zone ............2-2 Short-term Centrifugation .......4-8 Imbalance indicator ......... 4-7 Starting centrifuge program ......4-7 Intended Use ............v Stopping the centrifugation program ....4-7 Storage ............2-4 Heraeus Megafuge 16 I-1 Thermo Scientific...
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Index: Switch on Centrifuge ........4-2 Technical Data ..........1-3 Temperature Adaptation .........4-8 Transporting the Centrifuge ......2-2 Troubleshooting ..........7-1 Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
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