Eppendorf 5418 R Centrifuge - Manual (Page 22)

Operation
Centrifuge 5418 / 5418 R
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5.2.5 Closing the centrifuge lid
1. Check correct attachment of rotor and rotor lid.
2. Push down the centrifuge lid until the lid latch engages and the lid is automatically closed.
The centrifuge will close automatically.
The display shows the symbol.
Only 5418: The open key lights blue.
5.3 Cooling (only 5418 R)
5.3.1 Temperature adjustment
 Set the temperature using the temp arrow keys from 0°C to +40°C.
5.3.2 Temperature display
5.3.3 Temperature monitoring
After the set temperature has been reached the centrifuge responds as follows to temperature fluctuations
during centrifugation:
1. Check to see if the outer sealing ring is correctly positioned in the
groove.
2. Fit the rotor lid vertically onto the rotor.
3. Lock the rotor by turning the red rotor lid screw clockwise beyond
an audible click until it can be turned no further.
The rotor is correctly locked after the audible "
click" is heard!
WARNING! Crushing of the fingers with the centrifuge lid.
 When opening or closing the device lid, do not reach between the lid and device or into the
latching mechanism of the lid.
 Always open the centrifuge lid completely to prevent it from falling.
If the rotor is stopped: Set temperature
During centrifugation: Actual temperature
Deviation from the target value Action
ΔT > 3°C Temperature display flashes.
ΔT > 5°C Periodic warning tone and display Error 18.
Centrifugation is stopped automatically.