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WEEE Conformity This product is subject to the regulations of the EU Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96. It is marked by the following symbol: Thermo Fisher Scientific has entered into agreements with recycling and disposal companies in all EU Member States for the recycling and disposal of this device.
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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific ................6-5 Chapter 7 Trouble Shooting ........................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 Contact Information ....................B-1 Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Zentrifuge Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R Power supply cable 50120972 Instruction manual 70009824 Anti-corrosion oil If any parts are missing, please contact your nearest Thermo Fisher Scientific representative.
Preface Accident Prevention Prerequisite for the safe operation of the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is a work environment in compliance with standards, directives and trade association safety regulations and proper instruction of the user. The safety regulations contain the following basic recommendations: •...
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IF A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OCCURS, TURN OFF THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE CENTRIFUGE AND LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY. Intended Use The centrifuge is to be used for separating materials of different density or particle size suspended in a liquid. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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. Megafuge 16 / 16R Thermo Scientific...
Introduction and Description Characteristics Characteristics The Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is an in-vitro diagnostics device according to the In-Vitro Diagnostics Directive 98/79/EC. Several rotors with a wide range of tubes can be used. The set speed is reached within seconds. The maintenance-free induction motor ensures quiet and low-vibration operation even at high speeds, and guarantees a very long lifetime.
Introduction and Description Technical Data Technical Data The technical data of the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is listed in the following table. Table 1-1. Technical Data Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R Feature Value Environmental conditions -Use in interior spaces -Altitudes of up to 2,000 m above sea level -max.
100V 50Hz IEC 61010-1 2 Edition IEC 61010-2-020 2 Edition IEC 61010-2-101 EN 61326-1 EN 61326-2-6 EN 55011A EN 61000-6-2 EN ISO 13485 Megafuge 16 / 16R Thermo Scientific...
The following table contains an overview of the electrical connection data for the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R. This data is to be taken into consideration when selecting the mains connection socket. Table 1-4. Electrical connection data of the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R. Mains...
Introduction and Description Rotor Selection Rotor Selection The Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is supplied without a rotor. Various rotors are available to choose from. TX-400 7500 3629 with round buckets 7500 3655 TX-200 7500 3658 with round buckets 7500 3659 BIOShield...
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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
• 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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Megafuge 16 / 16R Thermo Scientific...
Note The lid should audibly click into place. Rotor Installation The approved rotors for the Heraeus Megafuge 16 / 16R are listed in section “Rotor Selection” page 1-6. Use only the rotors and accessories from this list in the centrifuge.
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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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
Entering Parameters Entering Parameters The Heraeus Megafuge 16 / 16R offers you a total of 9 acceleration and 10 braking curves with which samples and gradients can be centrifuged. After the centrifuge is turned on, the last running profile selected is shown.
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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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
Short-term Centrifugation For short-term centrifuging, the Heraeus Megafuge 16 / 16R has a PULSE- function. By holding down the PULSE key , spinning will start and continue until the key is let go.
Figure 4-2. AutoLock -lid for aerosol-tight rotors WARNING Mind the AutoLock -mandrill inside the lid. Do not touch the mandrill. Aligning the Centrifuge • To turn off the centrifuge put the mains switch to "0". Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
• After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil (7000 9824). Also treat the cavities with oil. • Store the aluminum parts at room temperature or in a cold-storage room with the cavities pointing down. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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. Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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 - Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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 Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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 Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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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. Megafuge 16 / 16R 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 Thermo Scientific Megafuge 16 / 16R...
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Index: Switch on Centrifuge ........4-2 Technical Data ..........1-3 Temperature Adaptation .........4-8 Transporting the Centrifuge ......2-2 Trouble Shooting ..........7-1 Megafuge 16 / 16R Thermo Scientific...
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