Orbital 260 User Manual
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1. 5 Warnings and Cautions 6 Installation une ee rer 7 Controls en ee a 8 Operation nk 10 Parameter Setting Menu 12 User Programs sien redid een 14 Operation Summary pp 16 Rotor Setting a 17 RotorsS ioiii insirrita EE near 18 Accessories and Spares 21 Cleaning and Maintenance 22 Fuse Replacement and Error Codes 23 Troubleshooting 24 Warranty u aaa su ne 28 Contents CLEMENTS Description The Orbital 260 Centrifuge is a reliable versatile medium capacity benchtop centrifuge It is designed for a broad range of clinical and laboratory applications from high speed microfuge to low speed microplate and even Microhaematocrit Features Brushless DC motor technology for low maintenance operation Accurate digital control of speed and time for repeatable processing High visibility backlit LCD display with touch control panel Intuitive user interface Electronic lid interlock to ensure that centrifuge can be started and run only with lid locked Stainless steel bowl Adjustable acceleration and deceleration for sensitive samples 15 user programs Simultaneous display of all parameters Previous parameters maintained through power off on Description and Features2. 2x 2 x 48 well microplates Max rpm 3 000 Max RCF 1 400 Rotor Setting 6 Microhaematocrit Rotor CEN 91800 009 24 x 75 x 1 75 mm Tubes Max rpm 12 000 Max RCF 14 800 Rotor Setting 9 20 Rotors CLEMENTS Accessories and Spares Accessories CEN 91800 001 Angle Rotor for 260 12 x 1 5 2 2 ml Angle Rotor for 260 10 x 5 ml Angle Rotor for 260 12 x 10 ml Angle Rotor for 260 24 x 1 5 2 2 ml Angle Rotor for 260 48 x 0 5 ml CEN 91800 006 Swing Rotor for 260 4 x 10 ml CEN 91800 007 Microtitre Rotor for 260 2 x 2 x 48 well microplate CEN 91800 009 Microhaematocrit Rotor for 260 24 x 75 x 1 75 mm CEN 96226 Linear Capillary Reader Spares Motor Drive PCB Assembly for Orbital 260 Control Panel PCB LCD Display PCB for Orbital 260 DC Brushless Motor for Orbital 260 Hinge set for Orbital 260 Electronic Lid Lock for Orbital 260 CEN 92300 030 Power Transformer for Orbital 260 360 240V CEN 91800 019 Fan for Orbital 260 CEN 91800 020 User Manual for Orbital 260 Accessories and Spares 21 CLEMENTS Cleaning The centrifuge should be regularly cleaned to maintain its appearance and to ensure that dust or other damaging materials do not build up and affect the performance of the unit Before cleaning the centrifuge disconnect it from the mains power supply Clean the exterior surfaces using a proprietary furniture polish Wipe the bowl and Rotor wi
3. Set Rotor Fitted Note It is essential that the rotor setting matches the rotor fitted Otherwise the rotor could be subject to speeds in excess of its rating leading to damage to the rotor Ensure the rotor is stopped Press the MENU button until the rotor field is highlighted Press the INC or DEC buttons until the rotor number matches the rotor that is fitted to the centrifuge See table page 15 4 Press the ENTER button to save the setting Nee 12 Parameter Setting Menu CLEMENTS Set Speed 1 Press MENU button until speed field is highlighted 2 Press INC or DEC to select required speed Note that speed changes in steps of 100rpm and will auto increment or auto decrement if the INC or DEC button is held down The speed will be limited to the maximum permitted for the selected rotor 3 Press the ENTER button to save the setting Set Time 1 Press MENU button until minutes or seconds of time field is highlighted 2 Press INC or DEC to select required time Note that time changes in steps of 1 and will auto increment or auto decrement if the INC or DEC button is held down 3 Press the ENTER button to save the setting Set Acceleration Profile 1 Press the MENU button until the acceleration field is highlighted 2 Press the INC or DEC buttons to select the required acceleration profile Acceleration profiles range from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 9 The default acceleration profile is 6 3 Press the E
4. Specifications CLEMENTS Speed Range 100 to 16 500 rpm Subject to rotor selection Maximum RCF 18 930 x g Subject to rotor selection Speed Accuracy 1 500 16 500 rpm Time Range 1 to 99 59 minutes seconds Angle Rotor 12 x 1 5 2 2 ml 10x5 ml 12x 10 ml 48x0 5 ml Swing out Rotor 4x10 ml Microhaematocrit Rotor 24x75x1 75mm Microtitre rotor 2x2x 48 well microplate Power Requirement 220 240V 50 60Hz 5A Electrical Protection Class I Earthed Noise lt 65dB A Dimensions 325 W x 325 H x 420 D mm Weight 18kg Environment Indoor 10 to 35 C RH lt 85 Specifications CLEMENTS Warnings and Cautions For safe operation ensure that users read understand and observe the instructions and recommendations in this user manual Power Ensure that the mains power supply matches that shown on the rating label of the centrifuge Flammable Samples The centrifuge is not flameproof Do not use flammable samples in the centrifuge Do not store flammable or volatile material within 300mm of the centrifuge Biohazardous Samples Local protocols must be observed when handling potentially biohazardous materials Carriers with aerosol protection are to be used Fluid Spill Do not allow fluids to enter the centrifuge If a spill occurs wipe clean paying attention to the nature of the material Balancing The centrifuge mu
5. otherwise in connection with the product is limited to the amount paid by the purchaser to BMDi TUTA Healthcare for the product Apart from any liability imposed by Part VA of the Trade Practices Act BMDi TUTA Healthcare accepts no other liability for any loss or damage occasioned including consequential loss or damages in any way as a result of the use of the product The warranty does not extend to cover damage to the following parts as they are inherently prone to wear e motor brushes This warranty does not extend to cover corrosion due to any cause nor to any damage to painted or anodised surfaces BMDi TUTA Healthcare will give the purchaser the benefit of any manufacturer s warranty in respect of any components in the product which were not manufactured by BMDi TUTA Healthcare if such a manufacturer s warranty is available Warranty 27
6. CLEMENTS Orbital 260 Benchtop Centrifuge CEN 91800 240V 50 60Hz QO Q E E O L d Q NY z Q A O gt Q x D User Manual Manual No CEN 91800 020 Issue 5 CLEMENTS Safety Thank you for purchasing this Clements Orbital 260 Centrifuge For your safety it is imperative that this unit only be operated by authorised personnel in accordance with the instructions as described in this manual Operated in this way the Orbital 260 Centrifuge will provide the standard of service specified Due to continual improvements in product design the Orbital 260 Centrifuge may vary in detail from the descriptions in this manual In the event of further questions please contact your local distributor or BMDi TUTA Healthcare direct User Manual Orbital 260 Centrifuge Manual Number CEN 91800 020 Issue 5 Copyright 2011 BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd The information in this manual was originated by and is the exclusive property of BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd It is furnished for customer information only and is not an authorisation or licence to make this product or to furnish this information to others BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd Level 17 275 Alfred St North Sydney NSW 2060 Australia Phone 61 2 9466 5300 Fax 61 2 9922 7165 Website www medaust com CLEMENTS Contents Description and Features 4 Specifications
7. NTER button to save the setting Set Deceleration Profile 1 Press the MENU button until the deceleration field is highlighted 2 Press the INC or DEC buttons to select the required deceleration profile Deceleration profiles range from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 9 The default deceleration profile is 5 3 Press the ENTER button to save the setting Parameter Setting Menu 13 CLEMENTS User Programs There are 15 user programs available that each store a complete set of parameters i e speed time acceleration deceleration and rotor for a particular centrifugation process User programs are viewed or selected in program mode which is accessed via the PROG button User programs are altered in parameter setting mode which is accessed via the MENU button Alterations are made to the currently selected user program View User Program 1 Press PROG button Press INC or DEC buttons to increment or decrement program number Holding INC or DEc buttons down will auto increment or auto decrement the selected value 2 With no button pressed for 5 seconds unit will time out and revert to previously selected user program Select User Program 1 Press PRoG button Press INC or DEc buttons to increment or decrement program number Holding INC or DEC buttons down will auto increment or auto decrement the selected value 2 Press ENTER to make the displayed user program the currently selected user program Alter User Progr
8. am 1 Select the required user program using the steps in Select User Program above 2 Press MENU to select parameter setting mode 3 Each press of the MENU button advances to the next parameter 4 Alter the required parameters as described on the previous page 5 Press ENTER to save the parameters and exit the parameter setting mode 6 Parameter setting mode is automatically cancelled after a 5 second timeout with no button pressed 14 User Programs CLEMENTS Warning Rotor selected must match rotor fitted Pay particular attention to ensuring that the rotor set in the user program selected matches the actual rotor fitted Otherwise the rotor could be subject to speeds in excess of its rating leading to damage to the rotor Alter Speed Time Acceleration Deceleration Rotor View Spin User Program As per selected or User Program Select User Program User Programs 15 CLEMENTS Operation Summary See previous sections for details of individual steps Confirm that correct rotor is selected Load a balanced and evenly distributed set of sample tubes Close lid Confirm acceleration and deceleration profiles Set required speed Set required spin time Press START button e The rotor will automatically accelerate to the set speed using the set acceleration profile e The rotor will spin for the set time with the time display counting down to zero e The rotor will automatically decelerate to z
9. ctrical or environmental specifications of the product e use in a manner or environment in which the product is not designed to be used improper adjustment calibration or operation by the purchaser e the use of accessories including consumables hardware or software which were not manufactured or approved in writing by BMDi TUTA Healthcare 26 Warranty 10 11 12 13 CLEMENTS e any modifications of the product which were not authorised in writing by BMDi TUTA Healthcare e any contamination or leakages caused or induced by the purchaser and e inadequate or improper maintenance of the product This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear BMDi TUTA Healthcare will not be responsible for damage or loss caused during shipping In Australia apart from any warranties implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 all other warranties expressed or implied and whether arising by virtue of statute or otherwise are hereby excluded Outside Australia all other warranties expressed or implied and whether arising by virtue of statute or otherwise including any warranties implied by the Vienna Convention are hereby excluded BMDi TUTA Healthcare s obligations under this warranty are limited to the repair or replacement of the product within the terms of this warranty and the total liability of BMDi TUTA Healthcare for loss or damage of every kind whether arising pursuant to the terms of the sale of the product or
10. er 5 seconds Indicates that spin cycle is in progress Flashing indicates that spin cycle is stopping Continuous indicates that rotor has stopped Controls 9 CLEMENTS Operation Rotor Fitting 1 Open lid and switch off centrifuge 2 Remove carriers from rotor 3 While supporting rotor with one hand unscrew CCW rotor retaining cap screw 4 Lift off rotor being careful not to bend or apply side load to motor shaft 5 Select a compatible rotor align the slot in the rotor shaft with the drive pin in the motor shaft and fit together 6 While supporting rotor with one hand hand tighten CW rotor retaining cap screw again being careful not to bend or apply side load to motor shaft 7 Confirm that rotor rotates smoothly and evenly by hand Carrier Fitting swing out style rotors 1 Fit a full complement of compatible carriers to the rotor 2 Ensure that carriers are fully seated and can swing freely 3 Switch centrifuge power on Tube Fitting Select a full complement of compatible tubes with an RCF rating in excess of the maximum RCF of the centrifuge Balancing of Samples It is important that the samples are correctly balanced within the centrifuge prior to starting the unit For correct balance there are two requirements 1 Balance the weight of the samples 2 Balance the location of the samples 10 Operation CLEMENTS 1 Balance the weight of the samples For every sample in the cent
11. ero using the set deceleration profile e When the rotor has stopped the beeper will signal the end of the spin cycle 8 Press the STOP OPEN button to unlock the lid aoe ee Note For repeat operations using the same settings the only steps required are to load the samples close the lid and press the START button The previous settings are automatically restored at power on 16 Operation Summary Rotor Setting Type Capacity Max ml rpm CEN 91800 001 12x 1 5 2 2 16 500 CEN 91800 003 12x10 12 300 Microtitre 3 000 Microplate well CEN 91800 009 Microhaematocrit 24 x 75 x 1 75 12 000 CLEMENTS Max xg 18 930 12 300 15 500 16 280 13 810 3 200 1 400 14 800 Rotor Setting 1 17 CLEMENTS Angle Rotor CEN 91800 001 12 x 1 5 2 2 ml Tubes Max rpm 16 500 Max RCF 18 9300 Rotor Setting 1 Angle Rotor CEN 91800 002 10 x 5 ml Tubes Max rpm 13 500 Max RCF 12 300 Rotor Setting 2 Angle Rotor CEN 91800 003 12 x 10 ml Tubes Max rpm 12 300 Max RCF 15 500 Rotor Setting 3 18 Rotors CLEMENTS Angle Rotor CEN 91800 004 24 x 1 5 2 2 ml Tubes Max rpm 13 500 Max RCF 16 280 Rotor Setting 7 Angle Rotor CEN 91800 005 48 x 0 5 ml Tubes Max rpm 11 000 Max RCF 12 000 Rotor Setting 4 Angle Rotor CEN 91800 006 4 x 10 ml Tubes Max rpm 6 000 Max RCF 3 200 Rotor Setting 5 Rotors 19 CLEMENTS Microtitre Rotor CEN 91800 007
12. ition SWITCH OFF Incorrect rotor setting Verify correct rotor setting Power control PCB fault Replace power PCB Motor fault Replace motor E7 Underspeed condition SWITCH OFF Mains power fault Check transformer Power control PCB fault Replace power control PCB Tachometer circuit fault Check tachometer circuit E9 Communication fault SWITCH OFF Fault in cable between Check cable and connections display PCB and power control PCB Note When error conditions E6 E7 or E9 occur the centrifuge must be SWITCHED OFF and the fault corrected before proceeding Error Conditions 23 CLEMENTS Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action LCD display not lit on when power switched Power cable not plugged in securely Plug in power cable No power supply Confirm power supply Fuse has blown Replace fuse Loose connecting Check and re seat Excessive vibration cables connectors Rotor does not spin Lid not closed Close lid whan START Buon Loose connecting Check and re seat pressed cables connectors Power transformer fault Motor fault PCB fault Imbalanced carriers or sample tubes Broken sample tube Unequal weight samples Damaged platform shock absorber Replace power transformer Replace motor Replace PCB Rebalance Clean and replace
13. rifuge there must be a balancing sample of equal weight The samples may be balanced by eye i e two samples appear to contain the same volume and are therefore approximately the same weight Where delicate samples are involved it is recommended that the samples be placed in Tube Carriers and balanced by weighing them This will ensure that vibration during the centrifugation process will be kept to a minimum 2 Balance the location of the samples The samples must be placed on the Rotor so that the weight of the samples is equally distributed To do this the equally weighted samples must be placed in diametrically opposite positions on the rotor Note Even though the Orbital 260 is designed to absorb considerable out of balance forces running the centrifuge with out of balance samples will cause excessive vibration This will disturb the samples affect the overall performance of the unit and may lead to mechanical damage Operation 11 CLEMENTS Parameter Setting Menu Parameter Setting Menu Press MENU to select parameter setting mode Each press of the MENU button advances to the next parameter Press ENTER to save the parameters and exit the parameter setting mode Parameter setting mode is automatically cancelled after a 5 second timeout with no button pressed Speed rom Time minutes Time seconds Acceleration Factor 1 9 Deceleration Factor 1 9 Rotor Fitted Rotor 1 4
14. sample tube Make samples equal weight Replace shock absorber 24 Troubleshooting Notes CLEMENTS 25 CLEMENTS Warranty BMDi TUTA Healthcare Pty Ltd warrants that this product is free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment by BMDi TUTA Healthcare or its authorised agent to the purchaser Subject to the conditions of this warranty if the product fails to operate for any reason within the warranty period and the product is returned to the place of purchase at the purchaser s expense BMDi TUTA Healthcare will repair or replace the product free of charge If a valid warranty claim is made within 30 days from the date of shipment then BMDi TUTA Healthcare will also reimburse the purchaser for reasonable freight costs in returning the product to the place of purchase Conditions of Warranty 1 The product must be returned to the place of purchase with proof of purchase 2 This warranty is only available to the original purchaser of the product 3 The product must not have had its serial number removed defaced or changed its casing opened its power supply altered or have been tampered with in any other way 4 This warranty does not cover e inadequate or incorrect site preparation e improper installation e connection to the wrong voltage e failure of the product due to misuse e the use or operation of the product outside of the physical ele
15. st always be run with a full complement of buckets or carriers Balance samples either by eye or by weighing Fill unused tubes with an equivalent amount of fluid as in sample tube Operating Do not stand within 300mm of centrifuge while it is running Do not move centrifuge while the rotor is spinning Do not open lid while rotor is spinning Do not attempt to stop rotor by hand 6 Warnings and Cautions CLEMENTS Installation Unpacking Keep centrifuge horizontal while removing it from carton Retain packaging for transporting centrifuge With power off release lid lock by inserting manual release tool in small hole on top right hand side of centrifuge Keep tool parallel to front of panel and press release plate Remove tool Remove packing carriers etc from centrifuge bowl Ensure that bowl is clean Location The centrifuge should be placed on a solid level surface in a well ventilated area The back of the centrifuge must be at least 10cm away from any wall or vertical surface Power Requirements Before connecting the centrifuge to the mains power supply ensure that the electricity supply conforms to the requirements for voltage and frequency shown on the rating label on the back of the unit The power supply should be stable clean and free of surges and brownouts Connect the centrifuge to the mains power supply using the supplied earthed power cable For extended periods of non use switch off main power swi
16. tch on rear panel of centrifuge Installation CLEMENTS Controls Front View Rear View Manual lid release access hole N Control panel 111 On Off Switch IEC power inlet Fuse holder Orbital 260 Condition LCD Display Shows In Spin Cycle Actual and Set Values of Speed RCF and Time Remaining Setting Mode Set Values of Parameters Error Error code n of form En 8 Controls CLEMENTS Controls Item Function On Off Switch Switches mains power to centrifuge IEC Inlet Mains power inlet Also contains fuse holder Lid release access hole LCD Display STOP OPEN Button START Button ENTER Button 4i INC Button DEC Button Ke PROG Button MENU Button SPIN LED Green STOP LED Red Manual lid release access hole Centrifuge must be disconnected from power Shows actual and set parameters Stops spin cycle When rotor has stopped acts as lid release button Cancels error condition Starts spin cycle Enters and saves changed parameters Exits parameter setting mode Selects user program Exits program mode Increases value of set parameters Decreases value of set parameters Enters user program mode Times out after 5 seconds Steps through parameter change menu in circular fashion Times out aft
17. th a clean soft cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and a mild detergent Most sterilising agents can be used on the interior bowl but avoid flooding the interior and never operate the centrifuge with disinfectant in the bowl Solvent based cleaning agents and abrasive cleaning agents should never be used on the Orbital 260 Maintenance The Orbital 260 is designed to provide extended and reliable operation To ensure proper operation and maximise the life of the centrifuge the following requirements must be observed 22 The centrifuge should be inspected by authorised service personnel every six months as part of your routine maintenance plan Confirm that lid interlock prevents starting when lid is unlocked and also prevents opening lid before rotor has stopped Using an optical tachometer confirm that the speed remains within specification Use only genuine Clements spare parts Cleaning and Maintenance Fuse Replacement 1 Switch off mains power to centrifuge using switch on rear panel CLEMENTS 2 Remove power cable from centrifuge IEC mains power inlet 3 Slide out fuse holder and remove blown fuse from U shaped holder 4 Replace fuse with one matching fuse rating on rating label A spare fuse is normally fitted to the fuse holder Error Conditions Error Code Fault Action E4 Lid not closed when START Close lid button pressed Adjust Lid Closed limit switch E6 Overspeed cond
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