Drucker Diagnostics DASH APEX 12 User manual

DASH APEX 12
DASH APEX 12
Operator’s Manual
PRODUCT FAMILY DASH APEX SERIES (DASH APEX 6, 12, 24)

SETTINGS •CONFIGURACIÓN •PARAMÈTRES •EINSTELLUNGEN •IMPOSTAZIONI •CONFIGURAÇÕES
(EN) The LED indicator light is on for the cycle currently selected.
(ES) La luz indicadora LED está encendida para el ciclo actualmente seleccionado.
(FR) 
(DE) Die LED-Anzeige leuchtet für den aktuell gewählten Zyklus.
(IT)
(PT) A luz indicadora do LED está acesa para o ciclo atualmente selecionado.
3 MIN 5 MIN CUSTOM
RPM TPM|U/min|Giri/min5200 5200 3600
TIME Tiempo|Durée|Zeit|Durata|Tempo3 min 5 min 7 min
G-FORCE  4000 g 4000 g 2000 g
CAPACITY 
DIMENSIONS  13 in x 15 in x 9 in

WEIGHT  
SOUND LEVEL  61 dB A
ROTOR RADIUS  
CENTRIFUGE MOTOR  ½ H.P. Brushless DC
CYCLE TIME  
VOLTAGE  95-253 VAC
FREQUENCY  50/60 Hz
POWER REQUIREMENT 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL RANGE (Rango de temperatura ambiental|Plage de température de
 16 – 32° C
MAX G-FORCE 
 4000 g
MAX SPEED (Velocidad máxima|Vitesse maximale|Maximale Beschleunigung|Velocità
 5200 RPM
SPECIFICATIONS •ESPECIFICACIONES •CARACTÉRISTIQUES •ANFORDERUNGEN •SPECIFICHE •ESPECIFICAÇÕES
INTENDED USE








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Contents
English .............................................................................................................................................1
Model Description .....................................................................................................................................................2
Features ................................................................................................................................................................2
Warranty...............................................................................................................................................................3
Initial Setup................................................................................................................................................................4
Quick Start .................................................................................................................................................................5
Review Cycle Time and Speed Settings......................................................................................................................6
Changing Cycle Time and Speed Settings ..................................................................................................................6
Labeling Cycles...........................................................................................................................................................6
Operation...................................................................................................................................................................7
Calculating the G-Force ...........................................................................................................................................12
Balancing Loads .........................................................................................................................................................8
Care and Preventative Maintenance.........................................................................................................................9
Cleaning and Disinfection ..........................................................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................................10
Español ..........................................................................................................................................13
Descripción del Modelo...........................................................................................................................................14
Características.....................................................................................................................................................14
Garantía ..............................................................................................................................................................15
Configuración Inicial ................................................................................................................................................16
Inicio Rápido ............................................................................................................................................................17
Revisión de las Configuraciones de Duración y Velocidad del Ciclo ........................................................................18
Cambio de las Configuraciones de Duración y Velocidad del Ciclo .........................................................................18
Etiquetado de Ciclos ................................................................................................................................................18
Operación ................................................................................................................................................................19
Equilibrio de las Cargas............................................................................................................................................20
Cuidado y Mantenimiento Preventivo.....................................................................................................................21
Limpieza y Desinfección...........................................................................................................................................21
Resolución de Problemas ........................................................................................................................................22
Cómo Calcular la Fuerza G .......................................................................................................................................24

Français .........................................................................................................................................25
Description du modèle ............................................................................................................................................26
Caractéristiques ..................................................................................................................................................26
Garantie ..............................................................................................................................................................27
Configuration initiale ...............................................................................................................................................28
Démarrage rapide....................................................................................................................................................29
Examen de la durée des programmes et des réglages de vitesse ...........................................................................30
Modification de la durée des programmes et des réglages de vitesse ...................................................................30
Étiquetage des programmes....................................................................................................................................30
Fonctionnement ......................................................................................................................................................31
Équilibrage des charges ...........................................................................................................................................32
Entretien et maintenance préventive......................................................................................................................33
Nettoyage et désinfection .......................................................................................................................................33
Dépannage...............................................................................................................................................................34
Calcul de la force G ..................................................................................................................................................36
Deutsche........................................................................................................................................37
Modellbeschreibung................................................................................................................................................38
Funktionen ..........................................................................................................................................................38
Gewährleistung...................................................................................................................................................39
Ersteinrichtung ........................................................................................................................................................40
Quick-Start...............................................................................................................................................................41
Überprüfung der Zykluszeit- und Geschwindigkeitseinstellungen ..........................................................................42
Zykluszeit- und Geschwindigkeitseinstellungen ändern
..........................................................................................42
Beschriftungszyklen .................................................................................................................................................42
Bedienung................................................................................................................................................................43
Gleichmäßiges Beladen ...........................................................................................................................................44
Pflege und vorbeugende Wartung ..........................................................................................................................45
Reinigung und Desinfektion.....................................................................................................................................45
Problembehebung ...................................................................................................................................................46
Berechnung der g-Kraft ...........................................................................................................................................48
Italiano ..........................................................................................................................................49
Descrizione del modello ..........................................................................................................................................50
Caratteristiche ....................................................................................................................................................50

Garanzia ..............................................................................................................................................................50
Configurazione iniziale.............................................................................................................................................51
Guida rapida ............................................................................................................................................................52
Rivedere le impostazioni del tempo e della velocità del ciclo .................................................................................53
Modificare le impostazioni del tempo e della velocità del ciclo..............................................................................53
Etichettatura dei cicli ...............................................................................................................................................53
Operazione ..............................................................................................................................................................54
Calcolo della forza G ................................................................................................................................................54
Bilanciamento dei carichi.........................................................................................................................................55
Cura e manutenzione preventiva ............................................................................................................................56
Pulizia e disinfezione................................................................................................................................................56
Risoluzione dei problemi .........................................................................................................................................57
Português ......................................................................................................................................59
Descrição do modelo ...............................................................................................................................................60
Características.....................................................................................................................................................60
Garantia ..............................................................................................................................................................60
Configuração inicial .................................................................................................................................................61
Início rápido.............................................................................................................................................................62
Revisão das configurações de tempo e velocidade do ciclo....................................................................................63
Revisão das configurações de tempo e velocidade da centrifuga...........................................................................63
Como Identificar os Ciclos .......................................................................................................................................63
Operação .................................................................................................................................................................64
Cálculo da Força G ...................................................................................................................................................64
Balanceamento das cargas ......................................................................................................................................65
Cuidados e manutenção preventiva........................................................................................................................66
Limpeza e desinfecção.............................................................................................................................................66
Resolução de problemas..........................................................................................................................................67

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6, 12 & 24
English
Operator’s Manual

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MODEL DESCRIPTION
DASH Apex is engineered for STAT sample processing. When used with the Drucker DASH Approach to
centrifugation, the DASH Apex cuts your turnaround time (TAT) by up to 20 minutes.
FEATURES
o Simple 2-Button interface
o Three (3) easily selectable pre-set cycles are conveniently labeled for your lab’s most common applications. Use
the default cycles or customize them as needed. An LED light indicates the current selected setting.
o If desired, the control panel can be locked on one preset cycle for error-free reproducibility.
o Lid lighting indicates the centrifuge’s status (ready, running, done), informing the operator when tubes are ready
for the analyzer and preventing tubes from being left in the centrifuge longer than necessary (patent pending).
o A traditional audible alert indicates the completion of the cycle.
o Cool–Flow design prevents overheating of samples by using ambient air to keep specimens at room temperature.
o The tube holders are fiber reinforced for high strength, durability, and years of trouble-free use.
o A clear lid permits safe observation of samples and optical calibration of speed.
o The lid safety system prevents the centrifuge from operating unless the lid is closed and latched.
o The lid safety system only allows entry into the centrifuge after the rotor has completely stopped.
o The high-power brushless motors provide years of operation with no routine maintenance.

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WARRANTY
Drucker Diagnostics warranties that this centrifuge is free from defects in workmanship and parts for 2 years.
WARNING: For the safety of both the operator and service personnel, care should be taken when using
this centrifuge if handling substances that are known to be toxic, radioactive or contaminated with
pathogenic microorganisms. Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). When Risk Group II
materials are used, (as identified in the World Health Organization “Laboratory Bio-Safety Manual”), a Bio-
Seal should be employed. In the event that materials of a higher risk group are being used, more than one
level of protection must be provided. The use of flammable or explosive materials as well as those
materials which have a vigorous chemical reaction is prohibited.
Unplug the centrifuge before cleaning or performing maintenance.
WARNING: Inspect centrifuge for cracks or physical damage to cabinet, lid, rotor, or tube holders. Damage
may result in unsafe operation. Discontinue use until repairs have been performed.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in
accordance with this operator manual, may cause interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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INITIAL SETUP
o Unpack and verify that all the following are included:
• Centrifuge
• Power cord
• Tube holders
• Operating manual
• Product insert
o Setup the centrifuge on flat and level surface. A bench top clearance height of 21” (54 cm) is required to open
the lid.
o The centrifuge should have 6” (15 cm) of clear space around the centrifuge. Proper ventilation is necessary to
prevent the overheating of samples as well as premature failure of the centrifuge. Choose an area which allows
unencumbered air flow, and where the temperature remains between 16°C and 32°C.
o No hazardous material shall be permitted in the clearance envelope during operation.
o The operator time within the envelope shall be limited to the time necessary for loading, unloading, and
centrifuge operation only.
o Plug the line cord into the centrifuge.
o Plug the line cord into an approved electrical outlet.
BE SURE THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET IS ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE AS THE LINE CORD IS THE MEANS OF EMERGENCY
DISCONNECTION!

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QUICK START
Indicator Lights
Start Begins running the cycle indicated by the cycle indicator LED light.
The lid must be closed.
Unlock Allows access into the rotor chamber by engaging the unlocking
mechanism. Entry is only possible when the rotor is stopped.
Stop Pressing the UNLOCK button during operation will terminate the run
and unlock the lid after the rotor has come to a stop.
Cycle Selection
The LED light is on for the cycle currently selected. To change the
selected cycle, press the UNLOCK button in succession until the
desired cycle is selected. Two seconds after selection, the button
reverts to its UNLOCK function.
Lock Cycle Selection Select desired cycle. Press and hold the UNLOCK button for 5
seconds. Two beeps will confirm that cycle selection is locked.
Unlock Cycle Selection
To re-enable cycle selection, press and hold the UNLOCK button for
5 seconds. Three beeps will confirm that cycle selection is now
unlocked.

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REVIEW CYCLE TIME AND SPEED SETTINGS
Factory programmed cycles are shown on the rear of the centrifuge, on the Factory Set Cycles label. To review
current settings, follow this procedure:
o The lid must be open to review the selected cycle time and speed.
o Press and hold the START button until you hear a beep.
o Release the START button. The centrifuge will beep and the LED light will flash once for each minute of run time
in the current cycle. 10 beeps / flashes equal 10 minutes of run time. Run time starts when the rotor reaches 90%
of desired speed and stops when the rotor starts decelerating.
o Pressing the START button again will cause the unit to beep and the LED light to flash once for each 100 rpm in
the current cycle. 38 beeps / flashes equal 38 x 100 or 3,800 Revolutions per Minutes (RPM).
o The centrifuge will automatically revert to normal mode at the end.
CHANGING CYCLE TIME AND SPEED SETTINGS
o The lid must be open to change the selected cycle time and speed.
o Select the cycle you wish to change.
o Press and hold the START and UNLOCK buttons together until the LED light flashes.
o Press the START button for each minute of run time.
o Move to speed setting mode by pressing the UNLOCK button.
o Press the START button once for each 100 rpm.
o Press the UNLOCK button to exit setting mode.
LABELING CYCLES
Factory programmed cycles are shown on the rear of the centrifuge, on the Factory Set Cycle Label. To facilitate daily
error-free use, an erasable label is affixed on top of the centrifuge for cycle identification. This label allows you to
identify your cycles by the name you use in your lab (for example: Chem, Coag, blue top, 10 minutes…) or by the
cycle parameters (5 minutes @ 1,800 xg).
Use a permanent marker to resist cleaning with a bleach solution and to allow erasing with rubbing alcohol. For
further protection, the label can be taped over with transparent tape after writing.

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OPERATION
o Place the tubes into the tube holders. Be sure to follow the rules for balanced loads as listed in the next section.
o Close the lid and turn the lid knob clockwise to its complete stop position.
o The front panel LED is illuminated for the currently selected cycle. To select another cycle, press the UNLOCK
button in succession until the desired cycle is selected.
o Pushing the START button on the control panel will start the spin cycle.
o When the cycle is completed, the rotor will slow to a complete stop and the lid light will flash.
o The unlocking mechanism will engage for 60 seconds allowing entry into the rotor chamber. To unlock after more
than 60 seconds have elapsed, press the UNLOCK button. The lid will unlock for another 15 seconds.
o Turn the lid knob counterclockwise and open the lid. The lid light will turn off.
o You may now safely remove the samples.

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BALANCING LOADS
Your centrifuge must contain a balanced load to work properly. Spinning balanced loads will extend the life of the
centrifuge and produce better results. Use the following rules when loading the rotor. If an odd number of samples
is to be spun, fill a tube with water to match the weight of the unpaired sample and place it across from this sample.
Opposing tube holders must be equally loaded or empty or loaded with equally weighted samples.
When loading only 3 tubes, they must be of equal weight.
Buckets can be placed around the rotor in any of the rotor loading configurations shown.
Each bucket must be loaded symmetrically with tubes as above.

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CARE AND PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
With proper care and maintenance, your centrifuge will provide years of laboratory service. For proper care, the
following steps should be taken:
o Always Spin Balanced Loads: Make certain that you are always spinning a balanced load, as shown in the
previous section. These centrifuges have a unique counter balanced motor mounting design which produces
excellent vibration dampening. However, out–of–balance loads may break glass test tubes and may produce
unsatisfactory separation results. Proper load balancing will improve sample separation and extend the life of
the centrifuge.
o Motor and Electrical Maintenance: The highest quality electrical components have been selected for the
centrifuges and should not need maintenance or servicing for the life of the centrifuge.
o Tube Holder Replacement: It is recommended that the tube holders be replaced after 24 months of use.
Inspect tube holders regularly for cracks. If cracks are discovered, replace immediately.
o Remove Accessories Before Moving: All tube holders, samples, and caps must be removed from the rotor
chamber before transporting or storing the centrifuge to prevent damage and injury.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
To prolong the life of the centrifuge, cleaning and disinfection is recommended every six months or whenever there
is a spillage or tube breakage. Contaminants must be removed immediately or corrosion and premature
degradation of components can occur. Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods other than those
recommended by the manufacturer, users should verify with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
o Unplug the centrifuge before cleaning.
o Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
o Apply cleaning solutions with a towel or cloth. Do not submerge the centrifuge in water or other cleaning
solutions as this will cause damage and void the warranty.
o ONLY isopropyl alcohol or a 10% (5500 PPM) bleach solution should be used to disinfect the centrifuge and its
accessories.
o All surfaces must be dried immediately after cleaning and disinfecting.
TBQ GERMICIDAL PRODUCTS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED AS THEY MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
CENTRIFUGE.WIPE OFF THOROUGHLY AFTER USE TO PREVENT VOIDING THE WARRANTY.
o Fully/partially halogenated hydrocarbons, ketones, esters, ethers, benzyls, ethyl benzenes, and all other
chemicals not prescribed by the manufacturer shall not be used as they may cause damage to the rotor chamber,
rotor, tube holders, accessories and centrifuge exterior and void the warranty.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: The latch must be turned completely clockwise to its stop position for the centrifuge to operate.
The centrifuge does not run
o Verify that the centrifuge is powered. One of the LED lights
should be on.
o Make sure the lid latch is turned completely clockwise to its stop
position.
o
If the centrifuge still does not run, contact Customer Service.
The rotor does not spin freely
oMake sure nothing has fallen into the rotor chamber,
following the procedure above.
o If nothing obstructs the rotor, the rotor may be damaged.
Contact Customer Service for further assistance.
The centrifuge makes a rattling noise
when running
o Stop the centrifuge. Open the lid.
o Wearing PPE, remove tubes and tube holders/buckets and
look for fallen objects or debris. Carefully reach inside the
rotor chamber with a tool to remove them.
o Inspect the rotor, tube holders or buckets for damage.
o If the tube holders or buckets have any damage, even slight,
safely dispose of them and replace them.
o If the rotor appears damaged, contact Customer Service for
further assistance.
Excessive noise or vibration when the
centrifuge is running
o Verify that all four centrifuge feet are properly seated on a flat
surface.
o Insure that the load is balanced according to instructions in the
“Balancing Loads” section of this manual.
o
Make sure that nothing has fallen into the rotor chamber.
The centrifuge stops and beeps
continuously
The load is not balanced. Press the UNLOCK button, open the lid,
and balance the load as recommended elsewhere in this manual.
The centrifuge is stuck on one of the
settings Cycle selection is locked. Press the UNLOCK button for 5 seconds.
The cycle time and speed are not set to
the desired value
Check the setting by following the instructions in the section on
Changing Cycle Settings. If the preset is not the desired length,
follow the procedure on the same page to change the preset time.

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The centrifuge does not unlock after a
run is completed
o Wait until the rotor has come to a complete stop. If the lid knob
still cannot be rotated, press the UNLOCK button and try again.
o If no LED light is on, the unit is
not powered and the lid will not
unlock by conventional means.
Remove the latch label and use a pen
to manually disengage the locking
mechanism. Pull the mechanism
towards the control panel and then
unlatch and open the lid.
o If the unit is damaged, contact Customer Service for assistance.
The lid does not open
o Insure that the lid knob is turned fully counterclockwise.
o If the knob cannot be turned counterclockwise, turn it fully
clockwise, press UNLOCK, and turn counterclockwise.
o If the lid remains locked after this and will not unlock, the
electronics may have been damaged. Contact customer service
for assistance.
Clicking noise during braking gets loud
o Make sure that the screw in the center of the rotor is tight.
Lid does not stay up
o Tighten the center screw on the lid hinge.

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CALCULATING THE G-FORCE
The I.F.U.s of tube manufacturers recommend cycles at a minimum G-Force, which can be calculated if you know
the RPM and the radius. Use the formula below or go to www.druckerdiagnostics.com/g-force-calculator/.
In Centimeters:
RCF or G-force = 0.00001118 x
Rotor Radius (cm) x (RPM)2
In Inches:
RCF or G-force = 0.0000284 x
Rotor Radius (in) x (RPM)2
Complies with UL61010-1/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 and IEC61010-2-020
Protected by U.S. Patents #6,811,531, # 7,422,554, #D718,463, & #D734,489. Other Patents Pending
INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF WEEE BY USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to
dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of
your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure
that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more
information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, waste disposal service, or where you purchased the product.

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DESCRIPCIÓN DEL MODELO
CARACTERÍSTICAS
o Interfaz simple de 2 botones.
o Tres (3) ciclos preestablecidos de fácil selección están convenientemente etiquetados para las aplicaciones más
comunes de su laboratorio. Use los ciclos por defecto o personalícelos según sea necesario. Una luz LED indica la
configuración actualmente seleccionada.
o Si lo desea, el panel de control puede ser bloqueado en un ciclo preestablecido para una reproducibilidad libre
de errores.
o Las luces en la tapa indican el estado de la centrífuga (lista para iniciar el proceso, proceso en curso, proceso
finalizado) para informarle al operador cuándo es que los tubos están listos para el analizador y para evitar que
los tubos sean dejados en la centrífuga más tiempo del necesario (patente pendiente).
o Una alerta audible tradicional indica la finalización del ciclo.
o El diseño Cool–Flow evita el sobrecalentamiento de las muestras por medio de la utilización del aire del ambiente
para mantener a los especímenes a temperatura ambiente.
o Los soportes para tubos están reforzados con fibra para una alta resistencia, durabilidad y años de uso libre de
problemas.
o Una tapa transparente permite la observación segura de las muestras y la calibración óptica de la velocidad.
o El sistema de seguridad de la tapa evita que la centrífuga pueda funcionar a menos que la tapa esté cerrada y
asegurada.
o El sistema de seguridad de la tapa solo permite el acceso a la centrífuga una vez que el rotor se ha detenido por
completo.
o Los motores de alta potencia sin escobillas proporcionan años de operación sin mantenimiento de rutina.