Labnet Spectrafuge 16M Microcentrifuge User Manual - Manual (Page 7)

Adapter for 0.4ml tubes
Order no.
C-1206
Tube measurement 6 x 47mm
Max. speed 14,000rpm
Centrifuging radius 7.3cm
RCF (g-value) 16,000 x g
Adapter for 0.2ml tubes
Order no.
C-1222
Tube measurement 6 x 21mm
Max. speed 14,000rpm
Centrifuging radius 6.1cm
RCF (g-value) 13,366 x g
3.2 Rotor maintenance
The rotor should be cleaned thoroughly after each use. Thor-
ough cleaning must be performed when spinning samples
containing phenol or phenol chloroform. Periodically inspect
the rotor for dents, dings, scratches, discoloration and cracks. If
any damage to the rotor is found, discontinue use of the rotor
immediately and replace.
3.3 Mounting and securing the angle rotor
Remove the rotor screw from the motor shaft by turning the
screw counterclockwise. Clean the motor shaft and the rotor
mounting hole (see figures 1&2). Place the rotor on the motor
shaft ensuring that the cross-pin (figure 1) aligns correctly with
the rotor slot (see figure 2). Note: Figures 1 and 2 are located
on the following page.
Reinstall the rotor screw on the motor shaft by turning it clock-
wise. Hold the rotor with one hand and hand-tighten the rotor
screw. Use an adjustable or 1/4 inch wrench (some units are
supplied with a wrench) to tighten the screw an additional
quarter turn.
When loading the rotor, refer to figure 3 (located on page 5).
Loading in the pattern indicated will ensure a balanced load.
Tubes to be loaded should be filled equally by eye. The differ-
ence in the weight between the tubes should not exceed 0.1
gram. A partially loaded rotor may be centrifuged if the loading
scheme for balancing a rotor given in figure 3 is followed.
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