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- Page 1 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Centrifuge Instructions for Use 50133376-4 • 02 / 2020 Visit us online to register your warranty: thermofisher.com/labwarranty...
- Page 2 WEEE Conformity This product is subject to the regulations of the EU Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU. It is marked by the following symbol:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Removing the Rotor ....................4-9 Aerosol-tight Rotors ....................4-9 Audible Alarm ......................4-9 Turning off the Centrifuge ..................4-10 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Care ......................5-1 Cleaning Intervals ....................5-2 Cleaning ........................5-2 Disinfection ......................5-4 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... - Page 4 Shipping and Deposing of Accessories ..............5-6 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ........................6-1 Mechanical Emergency Door Release ..............6-2 Troubleshooting by User ..................6-3 When to contact Service Technician ................ 6-5 Chemical Compatibility Chart ................A-1 Contact Information ....................B-1 Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 5: Preface
Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe. This symbol refers to hot surfaces Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your environment safe. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 6: Intended Use
• The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. Pull out the power supply plug or disconnect the power supply in an emergency. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 7: Precautions
• Never use the centrifuge if parts of its cover panels are damaged or missing. • Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge or alter any electronic or mechanical components. • Please observe the safety instructions. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... - Page 8 Remaining risk: Improper use can cause damages, contamination, and injuries with fatal consequences. • Highly corrosive substances which can cause material damage and impair the mechanical stability of the rotor, should only be centrifuged in corresponding protective tubes. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 9 “Characteristics of the Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21” 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 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
- Page 10 The centrifuge cannot be started until the lid has been closed properly. • An electronic imbalance recognition in ventilated centrifuges. • For emergencies only, e.g. during power failures (see “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” page 6-2) Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction And Description
440 mm Depth 28 kg 28 kg 28 kg Weight without Rotor Table 1-2. Technical Data Heraeus Fresco 21 Feature Value Environmental Conditions -Use in interior Spaces -Altitudes of up to 2,000 m above Sea Level -Max. relative Humidity 80 % up to 31 °C; Decreasing linearly up to 50 % relative Humidity at 40 °C... -
Page 12: Directives, Standards And Guidelines
Introduction and Description Directives, Standards and Guidelines Table 1-2. Technical Data Heraeus Fresco 21 Feature Value Overvoltage Category Pollution Degree Heat Dissipation Heraeus Fresco 21 Heraeus Fresco 21 Heraeus Fresco 21 230 V 120 V 100 V 1262 BTU/h 1297 BTU/h... -
Page 13: Functions And Features
50 / 60 Hz 2.2 A 370 W 4 A, 2-pole circuit breaker 16 AT 75002555 75002426 120 V ±10% Fresco 21 60 Hz 4.4 A 380 W 8 A, 2-pole circuit breaker 15 AT 75002556 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 14: Rotor Selection
0.26 kg 0.37 t 75002402 Heraeus Fresco 17 Thermo Scientific R-134a 0.26 kg 1430 0.37 t 75002425 21 bar Heraeus Fresco 21 1430 Thermo Scientific 21 bar R-134a 0.26 kg 0.37 t 75002426 Heraeus Fresco 21 1430 Thermo Scientific 21 bar R-134a 0.26 kg... - 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 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
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Page 16: Chapter 2 Before Use
• The supporting structure must be suitable for horizontal setup of the centrifuge. • The centrifuge should not be exposed to heat and strong sunlight. WARNING UV rays reduce the stability of plastics. Do not subject the centrifuge, rotors and plastic accessories to direct sunlight. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 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. Establish the connection to the power supply with the connecting cable. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 18: Storage
• Before storing the centrifuge and the accessories it must be cleaned and if necessary disinfected and decontaminated. • Store the centrifuge in a clean, dust-free location. • Be sure to place the centrifuge on its feet. • Avoid direct sunlight. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 19: Control Panel
Control Panel Contents “Control Panel” page 3-2 • • “Keys” page 3-2 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 20: Keys
When pressing both arrows the cursor moves to the left. Use the key to change the display mode. (speed / RCF value, sample / Changing the display chamber temperature, run time counter from start or preset speed on) mode Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 21: Operation
• “Centrifugation” page 4-8 • • “Short-term Centrifugation” page 4-8 “Removing the Rotor” page 4-9 • “Aerosol-tight Rotors” page 4-9 • “Audible Alarm” page 4-9 • • “Turning off the Centrifuge” page 4-10 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 22: Switch On Centrifuge
Proceed as follows: 1. Open the door of the centrifuge and if necessary remove any dust, foreign objects or residue from the chamber. Thread and o-ring must be clean and undamaged. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 23 4. Thread the fastening tool into the centrifuge spindle clockwise. Hold the rotor with the other hand into position. 5. Close the rotor. 6. Check if the rotor is properly installed by lifting it slightly on the handle. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
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Page 24: Entering Parameters
Speed display 2. When the upper indicator is lit the display shows the RCF value. Press the key to toggle between the two modes. RCF display Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 25 The maximum RCF value is related to the maximum radius of the tube opening. Remember that this value is reduced depending on the tubes and adapters used. This can be accounted for in the calculation above if required. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
- Page 26 If you do not press any key, the display flashes for a few seconds .The new preselected value is now stored and the display shows the actual value. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 27 You can change the settings during the run as follows: 1. Press one of the three keys in the control panel. The current value will switch into the pre-selecting value mode. 2. Enter the new value as described above. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
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Page 28: Centrifugation
For short-term centrifuging, the Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 has a PULSE- function. By holding down the key, spinning will start and continue until the key is let go. The centrifuge accelerates and brakes at maximum power. The pre-selected value is ignored. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 29: Removing The Rotor
By default there is an acoustic signal at the end of any centrifugation run. To switch off this signal proceed as follows: Press the key when you turn on the centrifuge. The display shows: Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 30: Turning Off The Centrifuge
Note The centrifuge is equipped with a special switch for balancing potential voltage discrepancies in the power grid. After pressing the mains switch the display therefore may still flash up to 10 seconds. 4-10 Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 31: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care Contents “Cleaning Intervals” page 5-2 • • “Cleaning” page 5-2 “Disinfection” on page 5-4 • • “Decontamination” page 5-5 “Autoclaving” page 5-5 • • “Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific” page 5-6 Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 32: 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 Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... - Page 33 1. Pull the centrifuge to the edge of the table. 2. Pull the clip below the sucking grid and remove the filter unit completely by pulling it down. 3. Remove the cumulated dust with a soft cloth. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
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Page 34: Disinfection
10. Dry all of the rotors and accessories after cleaning with a cloth or in a warm air cabinet at a maximum temperature of 50 °C. 11. After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil (70009824). Also treat the cavities with oil. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 35: Decontamination
2. Place the rotor on a flat surface. • Rotors and adapter can be autoclaved at 121 °C. • The maximum permissible autoclave cycle is 20 minutes at 121 °C. Note No chemical additives are permitted in the steam. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 36: Service Of Thermo Fisher Scientific
Shipping and Deposing of Accessories WARNING Before shipping or deposing centrifuges and accessories you have ton clean and if necessary disinfect or decontaminate everything. Use the card in annex “DECONTAMINATION INFORMATION CERTIFICATE” page C-1 Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Contents “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” page 6-2 • • “Troubleshooting by User” page 6-3 “When to contact Service Technician” page 6-5 • Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 38: Mechanical Emergency Door Release
5. Remove the wire from the hole and open the centrifuge door. Now you can remove your samples. Emergency Door Release Figure 6-1. Emergency Door Release Reconnect the centrifuge once the power has been restored. Switch on the centrifuge. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting By User
E-01 - E-13 Rotor stops with deceleration to standstill. Internal program error The centrifuge cannot be operated. Switch the instrument off and on again. If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... - Page 40 Rotor stops with deceleration to standstill. Overcurrent or error in current measurement The centrifuge cannot be operated. Switch the instrument off and on again. If an error message appears again, inform Customer Service. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
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Page 41: When To Contact Service Technician
EEPRO NV-RAM version Cycle counter CYCLE • The values shown above are just examples. Software 0583 Version 01 NV-RAM 4521 Version 01 cycles completed 2. Communicate the software version to the service technician. Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... -
Page 42: 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 U U - M M - S U U U U U U U - M S M - Benzyl Alcohol Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21... - Page 43 S S S U S U S S S U Ethylene Oxide Vapor M S S - S S S - S S S S - S S - S S S S S S S M S S S Ficoll-Hypaque Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 44 U U U U M S S U S U U S U U U U U M U U U S S M U S U Methylene Chloride S S U U S S M S S U U S U S U U U S S U U S S S S U U Methyl Ethyl Ketone Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
- Page 45 U S M U S S U U U U Pyridine (50 %) M S S - S S S - S S S S S S S - S S S S S S M S S S Rubidium Bromide Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 46 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Citric Acid (10 %) M S S M S S M S S S S S S S S S M S S S S S S S S S S Polyethyleneterephthalate Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
- Page 47 Chemical resistance data is included only as a guide to product use. No organized chemical resistance data exists for materials under the stress of centrifugation. When in doubt we recommend pretesting sample lots. Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 48 Scope of Supply ............1-5 Features ..............5-6 Service ............5-3 Filter Unit ..........6-5 Service Technician ............1-5 Functions ............2-2 Setting up ............5-6 Shipping ............1-4 Standards .............2-4 Storage ............1-4 Guidelines ............4-2 Switch on Thermo Scientific Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21...
- Page 49 Index: ..........1-3 Technical Data ............. 2-2 Transporting .........6-1, 6-3 Troubleshooting ............. 4-10 Turning off Heraeus Fresco 17 / 21 Thermo Scientific...
- Page 50 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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