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- Page 1 Instruction manual Mega Star 600/600R Centrifuge Series ® EU cat. no 521-3500 Mega Star 600 without rotor 521-1893 Mega Star 600 package 521-3501 Mega Star 600R without rotor 521-1894 Mega Star 600R package Version c Issue 05/2022...
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Page 2: Legal Address Of Manufacturer
B-3001 Leuven + 3216385011 www.vwr.com UK Importer: VWR International Ltd Hunter Boulevard, Magna Park Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 4XN uk.vwr.com Country of origin VWR Mega Star 600R: Germany VWR Mega Star 600: China vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... - Page 3 I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Directives, Standards and Guidelines ..................... 16 Description of Buttons and Switches ................ 17 Control panel ............................17 VWR Mega Star 600 ..........................17 VWR Mega Star 600R ..........................18 Getting Started and Operation ................... 19 Switch on centrifuge ..........................19 Open the Centrifuge Door ........................ - Page 6 Maintenance and care ..........................33 User replaceable accessories and spare parts ............37 Technical service ......................37 Warranty ........................38 Compliance with local laws and regulations ............38 WEEE Conformity ......................39 APPENDIX ........................40 vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 7: Warning
The centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only. In order to ensure safe operation of the VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R Centrifuge, general safety regulations must be followed. Mind the regulations in your country. -
Page 8: Preparation
The centrifuge is neither inert nor protected against explosion. Never use the centrifuge in an explosion-prone environment. Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro-organisms • without suitable safety precautions. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 9: Operating
In any case of severe mechanical failure, such as rotor or bucket crash, the centrifuge is not aerosol-tight. In case of rotor failure, the centrifuge can be damaged. Leave the room. Inform customer service. Maintenance WARNING The centrifuge housing is not to be opened by the operator. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 10: Package Contents
™ 521-1894 VWR Mega Star 600R with TX-150 rotor, 4 round buckets and 4 ClickSeal bucket lids Unpacking and Installation Before setting up 1. Check the centrifuge and the packaging for any shipping damage. Inform the shipping company and VWR immediately if any damage is discovered. -
Page 11: Transporting
Do not place anything under the centrifuge feet to level the centrifuge. The centrifuge is to be placed on horizontal and level supporting structures or benching. Horizontal level is to be checked when moving the centrifuge to a new location. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 12: Mains Connection
WARNING When removing the centrifuge and accessories from use if necessary clean, disinfect or decontaminate the entire system. In doubt contact the VWR customer service. Before storing the centrifuge and the accessories, it must be cleaned and if necessary disinfected •... -
Page 13: Intended Use
This symbol refers to information on hazards, described within the manual. This symbol demands to disconnect mains before transporting or servicing the centrifuge. This symbol demands to check, if the rotor is installed correct by lifting it slightly at the handle. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 14: Product Specifications
Height (open door / closed door) 660 mm / 310 mm Width 370 mm Depth 490 mm Weight 35 kg Front Side Measurement, 1 m in front of the instrument at 1.6 m height Without Rotor vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 15: Refrigerant
Without Rotor Refrigerant Order No. Centrifuge Refrigerant Quantity Pressure 521-3501 VWR Mega Star 600R Package R-134a 0.315 kg 21 bar 1430 0.45 t Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases in a hermetically sealed system. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R... -
Page 16: Mains Supply
Directives, Standards and Guidelines Region Directive Standard Europe Machinery Directive 2006/42/EU EN 61010-1 230 V, 50 / 60 Hz Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU EN 61010-2-020 EMC Directive 2014/30/EU EN 61326-1 (Class B) RoHS 2011/65/EU vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 17: Description Of Buttons And Switches
The control panel contains the keys and displays of the centrifuge (only the power switch is located on the right side (VWR Mega Star 600R) or on the backside (VWR Mega Star 600) of the device). VWR Mega Star 600... -
Page 18: Vwr Mega Star 600R
TOGGLE Key for Speed / RCF Use the TOGGLE key to change the display mode. Value (Speed / RCF Value). Program Keys Use the Program Keys to save and load programs. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 19: Getting Started And Operation
Getting Started and Operation NOTE Only display pictures of the VWR Mega Star 600R centrifuge are shown. The display of the VWR Mega Star 600 is the same, only the missing details for temperature. Switch on centrifuge Turn on the power switch of the device. - Page 20 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.
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Page 21: Acceleration / Deceleration Rates
5. Close the centrifuge door. Acceleration / Deceleration Rates The VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R offers you 2 profiles: standard and soft. The setting is displayed above the ACCELERATION / DECELERATION key. Press the ACCELERATION / DECELERATION key to cycle through and set the available profiles. - Page 22 2. Press the START key to accept or wait 4 seconds until the centrifuge automatically saves the chosen values. During continuous operation, the centrifuge will continue running until you stop it manually. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 23 5. When the set temperature is reached, the centrifuge will beep and continue to hold the temperature. Press the STOP key to end the prewarming or precooling. The display shows the current temperature inside the rotor chamber. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 24: Programs
Programs The VWR Mega Star 600 Centrifuge is able to save up to 4 programs; the VWR Mega Star 600R is able to save up to 99 programs. It is only possible to save a program if the centrifuge is in standstill. - Page 25 Once the run is complete, the rotor and load should be checked, ensuring that all buckets are greased and can swing free and that the tubes are balanced by following the rotor instruction manual. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R...
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Page 26: Short-Term Centrifugation
Short-term centrifugation For quick centrifugation, the VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R has a PULSE- function. By holding down the PULSE key, spinning will start at maximum acceleration rate, continue at maximum rotor speed until the key is released. The rotor then decelerates at maximum rate. Preset values for acceleration, deceleration and speed or RCF are disregarded for the PULSE function. -
Page 27: Aerosol-Tight Rotors
NOTICE A total number of cycles completed on the centrifuge is counted, since installation or a new main board was installed. Cycle counts should be periodically recorded to help with the identification of the total number of runs a rotor has completed. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... - Page 28 I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
2. Pull out the power supply plug. Keep the centrifuge horizontal at all times. 3. Pull the release cord. a. VWR Mega Star 600 On the right side of the housing is one white plastic plug which can be removed from the plate with a small flat screwdriver. - Page 30 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 key to have the centrifuge door locks operative again. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 31: Troubleshooting By Guide
Read Manual Wait until the rotor has stopped. E-017; E-020; Check, if the rotor is qualified for the VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R E-021; Centrifuge. E-022; Check, if the bottom of the rotor is damaged and if the rotor is placed E-023 on the Auto-Lock correctly. -
Page 32: When To Contact Customer Service
Error message Troubleshooting E-019 Rotor Unknown Restart the centrifuge. Check, if the rotor is qualified for the VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R Centrifuge. If the error message appears again, inform the service. E-025; Read Manual Check, if the centrifuge door is blocked. -
Page 33: Repair And Maintenance
Use only approved cleansers. If in doubt, contact VWR. • Use warm water with a neutral detergent that is suitable for use with the materials. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the cleaning agents. - Page 34 Organic solvents break down the grease in the motor bearing. The drive shaft could lock up. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 35 Observe the safety precautions and handling instructions for the cleaning agents used. The rotor chamber and the rotor should be treated preferably with a neutral disinfectant. Contact the Service Department of VWR for questions regarding the use of other disinfectants. Disinfect as follows: 1.
- Page 36 Clean the rotor before autoclaving and rinse it with distilled water. Remove all accessories (tubes, adapters) from the rotor. Place the rotor on a flat surface. NOTE No chemical additives are permitted in the steam. CAUTION Never exceed the permitted temperature and duration when autoclaving. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
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Page 37: User Replaceable Accessories And Spare Parts
In doubt contact the VWR customer service. For the disposal of the centrifuge mind the regulations in your country. Contact the VWR customer service for disposal of the centrifuge. For contact information check the back page of this manual. -
Page 38: Warranty
(2) years from date of delivery. If a defect is present, VWR will, at its option and cost, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of this product to the customer, provided it is returned during the warranty period. -
Page 39: Weee Conformity
By doing so, you will help to conserve natural and environmental resources and you will ensure that your equipment is recycled in a manner that protects human health. Thank you vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... -
Page 40: Appendix
Sodium Hydroxide (10 %) Barium Salts Benzene Benzyl Alcohol Boric Acid Cesium Acetate Cesium Bromide Cesium Chloride Cesium Formate Cesium Iodide Cesium Sulfate Chloroform Chromic Acid (10 %) Chromic Acid (50 %) vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®... - Page 41 Ficoll-Hypaque™ Hydrofluoric Acid (10 %) Hydrofluoric Acid (50 %) Hydrochloric Acid (conc.) Formaldehyde (40 %) Glutaraldehyde Glycerol Guanidine Hydrochloride Haemo-Sol™ Hexane Isobutyl Alcohol Isopropyl Alcohol Iodoacetic Acid Potassium Bromide Potassium Carbonate vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 42 (100 %) Lactic Acid (20 %) N/Butyl Alcohol N/Butyl Phthalate N, N-Dimethyl- formamide Sodium Borate Sodium Bromide Sodium Carbonate (2 %) Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate Sodium Hypochlorite (5 %) Sodium Iodide Sodium Nitrate vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 43 Nitric Acid (95 %) Hydrochloric Acid (10 %) Hydrochloric Acid (50 %) Sulfuric Acid (10 %) Sulfuric Acid (50 %) Sulfuric Acid (conc.) Stearic Acid Tetrahydrofuran Toluene Trichloroacetic Acid Trichloroethane Trichloroethylene vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 44 Chemical resistance data is included only as a guide to product use. Because no organized chemical compatibility data exists for materials under the stress of centrifugation, when in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots. vwr.com I Instruction manual VWR Mega Star 600/600R ®...
- Page 45 Your Distributor Austria Hungary Poland VWR International GmbH VWR International Kft. VWR International Sp. z o.o. Graumanngasse 7 Simon László u. 4. Limbowa 5 1150 Vienna 4034 Debrecen 80-175 Gdansk Tel.: +43 01 97 002 0 Tel.: +36 (52) 521-130 Tel.: +48 058 32 38 200...
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