Labnet Spectrafuge 24D Digital Microcentrifuge - Manual (Page 4)

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1. General Information
This manual provides important safety information for the Spectrafuge 24D laboratory
microcentrifuge. It should be kept near the centrifuge for quick and easy reference.
1.1 Description
The Spectrafuge 24D is a small benchtop centrifuge designed for separation of various
research samples. The motor is brushless and requires no routine maintenance. The
Spectrafuge 24D is supplied with a 24 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor for micro samples. Adapters are
available for tubes smaller than 1.5ml. The Spectrafuge 24D reaches speeds of up to
13,300rpm/16,300 x g.
1.2 Safety precautions
Note: All users of the centrifuge must read the Safety Precautions section of this
manual before attempting to operate the unit!
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not operate the centrifuge if any of the following conditions exist:
-The centrifuge has not been installed properly
-The centrifuge is partially dismantled
-Service has been attempted by unauthorized or unqualified personnel
-The rotor has not been installed securely on the motor shaft
-Rotors and accessories not belonging to the standard range are being used without
permission being obtained from the manufacturer to use such rotors and/or accessories in
the centrifuge
Exception: Microcentrifuge tubes made of plastic, normally available in the laboratory.
-The centrifuge is located in an explosive atmosphere
-Materials to be centrifuged are combustible and/or explosive
-Materials to be centrifuged are chemically reactive
-The rotor load is not properly balanced
- The rotor nut was not tightened with a wrench
1.3 Technical data
Dimensions
Width
9.25 inches
Depth 11.5 inches
Height 8.5 inches
Maximum speed 13,300rpm
Maximum RCF 16,300 x g
Maximum volume 24 x 1.5/2.0ml
Admissible sample density 1.2kg/dm
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Electrical/fuse rating 120V~, 50-60Hz, 1.9A, 2.5 AT
230V~, 50-60Hz, 1.1A, 1.25 AT
Operating temp./humidity 0ºC to 40ºC - 80%RH
1.4 Accessories supplied with centrifuge
Each unit is supplied with 1 instruction manual, 1 warranty card, 1 power cord, a standard
rotor and a rotor removal tool.