Drucker Diagnostics Horizon 6 Flex User manual

HORIZON
6 Flex FA
Operator’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Model Description .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Intended Use ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Warranty .................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Caution and Warning Statements ....................................................................................................................... 3
Initial Setup ......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Operation ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
Quick Start .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Single Cycle Lock ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
Preset Lock .................................................................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
Setting or Modifying a Cycle ............................................................................................................................... 6
Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Balancing Loads ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Care and Preventative Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 8
Cleaning and Disinfection ................................................................................................................................... 8
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................. 9
General Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Calculating the G-Force ..................................................................................................................................... 11

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Symbols
Symbol Definition Use
Caution
Caution to safety hazard.
Potential risk of personal injury or damage to the instrument if
improperly handled. Consult the manual before proceeding.
Manufacturer Manufacturer of record.
Electrical and
electronic products
recycling symbol
Recycle only as electronic waste. Do not dispose in normal waste.
RoHS Compliant Compliance with RoHS environmental standards.
CE Mark Denotes conformity to specific European directives and regulations.
MET Listing Denotes conformity to specific safety standards and regulations.
FDA LISTED
FDA Listed Denotes that the product has been properly listed with the FDA.
ISO Certification Denotes conformity to quality standards and quality management
systems.
RoHS
Compliant

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MODEL DESCRIPTION
HORIZON is a versatile line of centrifuges pre-programmed with the most convenient cycle settings for ease of use.
Cycle settings can be changed to accommodate custom settings.
This general-purpose laboratory centrifuge may also be used to spin approved containers with biologics, chemicals
(non-flammable, non-explosive, non-volatile, and non-highly reactive), and environmental samples.
FEATURES
o
The first cycle is conveniently pre-set and labeled for your lab’s most common applications. Use the default cycles
or customize them as needed.
o
If desired, the control panel can be temporarily locked on one cycle, ideal for standardization to a single spin.
o
Up to 10 cycles can be programmed for time, speed, and braking and labeled with a custom name. Cycles can be
programmed by g-force (RCF) rather than speed to facilitate matching validated cycles and manufacturers IFUs.
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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).
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A traditional audible alert indicates the completion of the cycle. The audible alert can be muted.
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Cool–Flow design prevents overheating of samples by using ambient air to keep specimens at room temperature.
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The tube holders are fiber reinforced for high strength, durability, and years of trouble-free use.
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A clear lid permits safe observation of samples and optical calibration of speed.
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The lid safety system prevents the centrifuge from operating unless the lid is closed and latched.
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The lid safety system only allows entry into the centrifuge after the rotor has completely stopped.
o
The high-power brushless motor provides years of operation with no routine maintenance.
INTENDED USE
General purpose laboratory centrifuge, intended for the density-based separation of fluids through centripetal
acceleration.
WARRANTY
Drucker Diagnostics warranties that this centrifuge is free from defects in workmanship and parts for 2 years.

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CAUTION AND WARNING STATEMENTS
This device is intended to be operated by properly trained personnel who have carefully read the
operating manual and are familiar with the function of the device. [Refer to the clinical laboratory
method specified by the specimen receptacle manufacturer or established by the medical technology
for the products applications.]
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.
Important Operating Instructions: This model centrifuge requires at least 2 tube holders inserted when
attempting to run. Running the centrifuge with an empty rotor will cause a motor error and will require a
power cycle to fully reset (see Troubleshooting section on page 9).

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INITIAL SETUP
o
Unpack and verify that all the following are included:

Centrifuge

Power cord

Tube holders

Tube Inserts

Tube Holder Caps

Quick Start Guide
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.
o
Turn on the power switch in the back of the centrifuge.
BE SURE THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET IS ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE AS THE LINE CORD IS THE MEANS OF EMERGENCY
DISCONNECTION!
OPERATION
o
Place the tubes into the tube holders. Be sure to follow the rules for balanced loads as listed in the next section.
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Close the lid and turn the lid knob clockwise to its complete stop position.
o
The digital screen shows the currently selected cycle. To select another cycle, press the UP or DOWN button in
succession until the desired cycle is selected.
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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.

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QUICK START
The screen display alternates between the name of the currently selected cycle and its parameters. For convenience,
the first cycle is preset for common applications and can be reprogrammed to your validated cycles:
(1) Setting 1 This setting is factory preset to 3,500 RPM at 1600xg for 10 minutes
Start Begins running the cycle displayed on the screen. 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 Press the up and down buttons next to the screen to select the
desired saved cycle.
To ensure repeatability, the centrifuge can be locked either on one cycle (Single Cycle Lock) or restricted to the saved
cycles (Preset Lock). The Single Cycle Lock also prevents making changes to the parameters of the selected cycle.
The Preset Lock allows selection of any saved cycle but prevents changing the parameters of saved cycles.

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SINGLE CYCLE LOCK
Lock on Single Cycle
Select desired cycle. Press and hold the UNLOCK button for 5
seconds. One beep will confirm that cycle selection is locked.
Cancel Single Cycle
Lock
To re-enable cycle selection, press, and hold the UNLOCK button
for 5 seconds. One beep will confirm that cycle selection is now
unlocked.
SETTING OR MODIFYING A CYCLE
Up to 10 cycles can be named, programmed for time, speed, and braking, and saved in memory.
Cycle Selection Press the up and down buttons next to the screen to select the
desired cycle.
Enter Programming
Mode
Press the GEAR button.
Navigate between
Parameters
Use the left and right arrow button until the parameter to be
edited is blinking and underlined.
Change Parameter
Values
To change the parameter shown on the display, use the up and
down buttons next to the screen.
Displaying the
Correct g-force
To display the real g-force (RCF) for the cycle, the right tube holder
must be selected. Universal blue tube holders accommodate 75-
and 100-mm tubes. 125 mm tubes require the orange tube holder.
If the tube holder selection in the program does not match the
tube holder used, the RCF number displayed will not reflect the
actual value.
Naming the Cycle
Navigate to the cycle name with the left and right arrow. Change
the blinking character of the name with the up and down buttons,
then move to the next character with the right arrow. Repeat.
Save and Exit
Programming Mode
Press the GEAR button. The cycle displayed on the screen will be
automatically saved.

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SETTINGS
(1)
RPM 3,500
Time 10 minutes
G-Force 1,600 xg
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.

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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.
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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. REFRAIN FROM USING 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. The screen should be lit.
o If “Lid not closed” message is displayed, 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 o Make 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
Ensure 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.
Confirm that all tube holders are properly loaded into the
Centrifuge rotor.
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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Cycle parameters cannot be changed
o
If cycle selection is l
ocked on one cycle, press the UNLOCK
button for 5 seconds. Then, press the GEAR button and follow
the instructions elsewhere in this manual.
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,
c
ontact
Customer Service
for assistance.
The lid does not open
o
Ensure
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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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The rotor and accessories are rated for the maximum rotation frequency shown in the table below.
Tube Capacity 6 tubes – 11 & 22 mL
Dimensions (H x W x D) 14 in x 12 in x 9 in
(36 cm x 30 cm x 23 cm)
Weight 12 lbs. (5.4 kg)
Sound Level 64 dB A
Environmental Range 16 – 32 degree C
Voltage 115 / 230 VAC
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Power Requirement 200 Watts
Centrifuge Motor ½ H.P. Brushless
Max g-Force 1,600 xg
Max Speed 3,500 RPM (+/- 100)
Cycle Time 1 to 30 minutes (+/- 2%)
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
Radius 4.5 in (11.5 cm)

Product Family: HORIZON Series (HORIZON 6 Flex FA)
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
FDA LISTED
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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