Eppendorf 5430 R Centrifuge - Manual (Page 55)

Troubleshooting
Centrifuge 5430/5430 R
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8.2 Error messages
If one of the following error messages appears, proceed as follows:
1. Remove fault (see Remedies).
2. Press
open key to clear the error message.
3. If necessary, repeat centrifugation.
Some errors can have various causes. The actual cause is described in the message in the device display.
Symptom/message Cause Remedy
Note A
Lid latch Centrifuge lid could not be locked.  Try again to close centrifuge lid.
Note B
Imbalance Rotor loaded unsymmetrically.  Load the rotor symmetrically and
balance it.
Note C
Rotor detection Set g-force/speed too high, e.g. after a
rotor change (see Automatic rotor
detection on p. 32). 1. Check the g-force/speed.
2. Repeat the run.
Symptom/message Cause Remedy
Error 1
Rotor detection Rotor not detected.  Check rotor.
 If this error message appears again,
test with a different rotor.
Error 2
Electronics fault Electronics fault.  Switch centrifuge off and back on
again after > 20 s.
Error 3
Speed control Error in speed measuring system.  Insert and tighten rotor.
Error 3
Speed control Error in speed measuring system.  Wait for displayed time.
Error 5
Lid latch Prohibited opening of lid or lid switch is
defective during a run. 1. Wait for rotor to stop.
2. Open and close again the lid of the
device.
3. Repeat the run.
Error 6
Drive fault Drive fault.  Repeat the run.
 If this error message appears again,
switch centrifuge off and back on
again after > 20 s.
Error 6
Drive fault Drive overheated.  Allow the drive to cool down for at
least 15 min.
Error 7
Speed control Major deviation in the speed control. 1. Wait for rotor to stop.
2. Tighten rotor.
Error 8
Speed control • Drive fault.
• Rotor loose.
• Incorrect rotor. 1. Wait for rotor to stop.
2. Tighten rotor.
3. Repeat the run.
Error 9 to Error 14 Electronics fault.  Switch centrifuge off and back on
again after > 20 s.