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Labnet Prism Air-Cooled Microcentrifuge (C2500) User Manual

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5.3 Cleaning the rotor

The rotor should be cleaned after each use. When spinning samples containing phenol or
phenol chloroform, the rotor should be cleaned immediately after use.

5.4 Disinfection

Should a spill of infectious materials occur within the rotor or chamber, the unit should
be disinfected. This should be performed by qualified personnel with proper protective
equipment.

5.5 Replacing fuses

Check the fuse when it is recommended in the Troubleshooting Guide located in this
manual. The fuse holder is located in the power inlet on the rear of the unit. Disconnect
the power cord from the power inlet. Open the fuse holder drawer by inserting a small
screwdriver under the tab and prying it open. Remove the innermost (operative) fuse
from its retaining tabs and replace the fuse if necessary. A spare fuse is located in the
outermost chamber of the fuse drawer. Replace only with a fuse of exactly the same
value as the original. (Fuse type may be found in the

Technical data section of this manual

6. Troubleshooting Guide

Please refer to this guide before calling for service.

Centrifuge will not start

Possible reason:

No power supply

Solution:

Check that power is being supplied to

the

outlet

Check that the power cord is plugged

into both the wall outlet and the back of

the

centrifuge

Check that power cord is not damaged

Possible reason:

Blown fuse

Solution:

Check fuse and replace if necessary

Lid lock will not release

Possible reason:

Defective lid lock

Solution:

Open manually and have unit serviced

Possible reason:

No power from PC board

Solution:

Call for service

Possible reason:

Lid lock is jammed

Solution:

Call for service

Possible reason:

Centrifuge is not receiving power

Solution:

See “Centrifuge will not start”