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Heraeus Megafuge 16 Centrifuge
Instruction Manual
50156024-b
03 / 2020
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  • Page 1 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Megafuge 16 Centrifuge Instruction Manual 50156024-b • 03 / 2020 Visit us online to register your warranty: thermofisher.com/labwarranty...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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...
  • Page 4 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...
  • Page 5: Preface

    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.
  • Page 6: Accident Prevention

    • 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...
  • Page 7 • 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...
  • Page 8 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...
  • Page 9: Introduction And Description

    Introduction and Description Contents “Characteristics” page 1-2 • • “Technical Data” page 1-3 “Directives, Standards and Guidelines” page 1-4 • • “Functions and Features” page 1-5 “Mains Supply” page 1-5 • • “Rotor Selection” page 1-6 Heraeus Megafuge 16 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 10: Characteristics

    • 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...
  • Page 11: Technical Data

    -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...
  • Page 12: Directives, Standards And Guidelines

    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...
  • Page 13: Functions And Features

    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...
  • Page 14: Rotor Selection

    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...
  • Page 15 Before use Contents “Before Setting up” page 2-2 • • “Transporting the Centrifuge” page 2-2 “Location” page 2-2 • • “Aligning the Centrifuge” page 2-3 “Mains Connection” page 2-3 • • “Storage” page 2-4 Heraeus Megafuge 16 2-1 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Before Use

    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...
  • Page 17: Aligning The Centrifuge

    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...
  • Page 18: Storage

    • 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...
  • Page 19: Control Panel

    Control Panel Contents “Control Panel” page 3-2 • • “Keys” page 3-2 Heraeus Megafuge 16 3-1 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 20: Keys

    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...
  • Page 21: Operation

    • • “Saving programs” page 4-6 “Centrifugation” page 4-7 • • “Temperature Adaptation during Standstill” page 4-8 “Short-term Centrifugation” page 4-8 • • “Removing the Rotor” page 4-8 “Aligning the Centrifuge” page 4-9 • Heraeus Megafuge 16 4-1 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 22: Switch On Centrifuge

    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...
  • Page 23 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...
  • Page 24: Entering Parameters

    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...
  • Page 25 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...
  • Page 26: Saving Programs

    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...
  • Page 27: Centrifugation

    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...
  • Page 28: Temperature Adaptation During Standstill

    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...
  • Page 29: Aerosol-Tight Rotors

    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...
  • Page 30: Chapter 5 System Menu

    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...
  • Page 31: Description

    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...
  • Page 32 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...
  • Page 33: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care Contents “Cleaning Intervals” page 6-2 • • “Cleaning” page 6-2 “Disinfection” page 6-3 • • “Decontamination” page 6-4 “Autoclaving” page 6-5 • • “Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific” page 6-5 Heraeus Megafuge 16 6-1 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 34: Cleaning Intervals

    • 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...
  • Page 35: Disinfection

    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...
  • Page 36: Decontamination

    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...
  • Page 37: Autoclaving

    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...
  • Page 38 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...
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Contents “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” page 7-2 • • “Troubleshooting by User” page 7-3 “When to contact Customer Service” page 7-5 • Heraeus Megafuge 16 7-1 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 40: Mechanical Emergency Door Release

    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...
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting By User

    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...
  • Page 42 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...
  • Page 43: When To Contact Customer Service

    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...
  • Page 44: Chemical Compatibility Chart

    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...
  • Page 45 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...
  • Page 46 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...
  • Page 47 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...
  • Page 48 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...
  • Page 49 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...
  • Page 50 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...
  • Page 51 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...
  • Page 52 Thermo Electron LED GmbH Zweigniederlassung Osterode Am Kalkberg, 37520 Osterode am Harz Germany thermofisher.com/centrifuge © 2020 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. and its subsidiaries unless otherwise indicated. Heraeus is a registered trademark of Heraeus Holding GmbH licensed to Thermo Fisher Scientific. Delrin, TEFLON, and Viton are registered trademarks of DuPont.

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