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VWR
PCR Plate Centrifuge II
EU Catalogue Number:
EU & UK Plug: 521-3497
PCR Plate Centrifuge with rotor for 2 PCR plates
Version 01

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Summary of Contents for VWR avantor PCR Plate Centrifuge II

  • Page 1 Instruction Manual ® PCR Plate Centrifuge II EU Catalogue Number: EU & UK Plug: 521-3497 PCR Plate Centrifuge with rotor for 2 PCR plates Version 01...
  • Page 2 The back-lit, liquid crystal display provides control over the set run time and rotational speed. To ensure safety, the digital microprocessor ensures that the lid has been closed and that the safety lid lock is engaged prior to starting a centrifugation cycle. EN 2 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started Turning on the centrifuge Opening and closing of the lid Important Guidelines Rotor Imbalance Operation Pre-selecting speed Pre-selecting run time Starting and stopping the centrifuge Quick spin Emergency lid release Troubleshooting Error messages EN 3 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 4 Cleaning the rotor Shipping Calculations Calculation of centrifugal force Calculation of maximum permitted rotor speed Technical Service Warranty Compliance with local laws and regulations Equipment disposal Local VWR offices in Europe and Asia Pacific EN 4 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 5: Warning

    • Please ensure that the rotor is protected from mechanical damage. Even slight scratches and cracks can cause damage. • Please clean your centrifuge regularly using a neutral cleaning liquid such as isopropyl alcohol (70% solution). This will protect the unit maintain their service life. EN 5 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Package contents Description Quantity VWR PCR Plate Centrifuge II with rotor Instruction manual on USB stick Power cord (EU & UK plug) Unpacking Open the carton box. Take out the accessories and remove the packaging material. Reach with your hands under the centrifuge and lift it from the box.
  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Maximum kinetic energy: 450 Nm Max. density of material to be centrifuged: 1.2 g/ml ≤ 60 dB(A) Noise level at max. speed: Timer: 15 s to 2 min Fixed ≤10 sec Acceleration: Fixed ≤4 sec Deceleration: EN 7 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 8: Overview

    We reserve the right to alter specification details without prior notice or liability! Overview Main parts of the centrifuge are designated on the following picture: Rotor Lid Release Power Switch and inlet (rear) Control Panel EN 8 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 9: Description Of Knobs And Switches

    Button to adjust speed up Button to adjust speed down Display RPM Parameter setting indicator Indicator of run Display Time Lid state indicator Error indicator Button to adjust timer up Button to adjust timer down Start/Stop button EN 9 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 10: Operational Keys

    By pressing and holding this key, you perform the quick spin. The centrifuge runs for as long as you hold the key pressed. Operational time in seconds is displayed on time display. When you release the key, the run will stop as normal. Short SPIN EN 10 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    When closing the lid, make sure to always place your fingers on the top side of the lid and never in the gap between the lid and the housing of the centrifuge, otherwise you could crush your fingers! EN 11 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 12: Important Guidelines

    The image below shows how to insert PCR plates correctly into the rotor: EN 12 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 13: Operation

    By pressing the TIME UP and DOWN keys, you can set the time (TIME), • Run time can be set from 15s to 2min Acceleration and braking level • Acceleration / Deceleration levels are fixed EN 13 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 14: Starting And Stopping The Centrifuge

    Check this by looking through the lid window. Otherwise, injury from rotating rotor may occur! If lid is opened during a run the centrifuge will automatically stop the run and sound an error alarm. EN 14 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Centrifuge Shakes during Rotor not loaded symmetrically Stop centrifuge run and load acceleration symmetrically Unable to speed up or slow down Circuit fault Contact service No effect on button press Keypad failure Contact service EN 15 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 16: General Maintenance

    Use only approved cleansers. If in doubt, contact VWR. Cleaning the rotor The rotor and accessories must be regularly cleaned to prevent contamination and corrosion caused by residue.
  • Page 17: Shipping

    Shipping Before shipping the centrifuge, please bear the following in mind: The centrifuge must be clean and decontaminated. The decontamination must be confirmed with a decontamination certificate. Contact customer service for more details. EN 17 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 18: Calculations

    M = (1.2 x n / S) ½ M ....Reduced maximum permitted rotor speed n ....Maximum permitted rotor speed for samples with density of 1.2 g/cm S ....Density of used sample EN 18 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 19: Technical Service

    (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 20: Equipment Disposal

    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 EN 20 vwr.com Instruction manual ®...
  • Page 21 Austria Poland Hungary VWR International GmbH VWR International Sp. z o.o. VWR International Kft. Graumanngasse 7 Limbowa 5 Simon László u. 4. 1150 Vienna 80-175 Gdansk 4034 Debrecen Tel.: +43 1 97 002 0 Tel.: +48 058 32 38 210 Tel.: +36 (52) 521-130...

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