Hermle Z 130 M User manual

© Hermle Labortechnik GmbH Z 130 M _V1.15
Operating Manual for
Mini Centrifuge Z 130 M

CONTENT
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................1
1.1 Usage in accordance with safety standards ................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Brief description ................................................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Delivery package ............................................................................................................................................... 1
1.4 Signs and indications of the centrifuge........................................................................................................... 1
1.4.1 General............................................................................................................................................................ 1
1.4.2 Product nameplate .......................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4.3 Declaration of ATEX (94/9/EG) ....................................................................................................................... 3
1.4.4 Following rules ................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.4.5 Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.5 Installation of the centrifuge............................................................................................................................. 4
1.5.1 Unpacking the centrifuge................................................................................................................................. 4
1.5.2 Space requirements ........................................................................................................................................ 4
1.5.3 Installation ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OPERATION........................................................................................................................5
2.1 Starting up.......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Loading rotor ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Examples of properly balanced rotors: .......................................................................................................... 5
Examples for improperly balanced rotors:................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Power switch...................................................................................................................................................... 6
3. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................7
3.1 Maintenance and cleaning................................................................................................................................ 7
3.1.1 General............................................................................................................................................................ 7
3.1.2 Cleaning and disinfection of the unit................................................................................................................ 7
3.1.3 Cleaning and disinfection of the rotor.............................................................................................................. 8
3.1.4 Disinfection of PP rotors.................................................................................................................................. 8
3.1.5 Glass breakage ............................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Life time of rotors, round and rectangular buckets, accessories ................................................................. 9
4. REPAIR..............................................................................................................................10
5. TRANSPORT, STORAGE, DISPOSAL .............................................................................11
5.1 Transport.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
5.2 Storage ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
5.3 Disposal............................................................................................................................................................ 11
APPENDIX................................................................................................................................12
Table 1: Technical Data: ........................................................................................................................................... I
EC conformity declaration........................................................................................................................................ II
Redemption form / Decontamination certificate ...................................................................................................... III
6. Notes ....................................................................................................................................

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1Usage in accordance with safety standards
This symbol indicates safety instructions and points to potential dangerous situations. Before using
the centrifuge the first time, please read the operating manual.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury an property damage .
Intended use includes the observance of all instructions in the instruction manual and carrying out
inspection and maintenance.
This Hermle centrifuge was designed only for the separation of materials or mixtures with different
density. Hermle centrifuges are intended exclusively for indoor use and for use by qualified
personnel.
Only Hermle original rotors and accessories might be used. Any other use or intended use is
considered improper. From the resulting damage the company Hermle Labortechnik is not liable.
1.2 Brief description
The unit type Z 130 M is a mini centrifuge, which we offer in two voltage variations 230V or 120V.
The Z 130 M is suitable for applications with a fixed speed up to 5500 rpm and is capable for 12 x
1.5/2.0ml micro tubes and 4 x PCR strips.
Only use in this centrifuge the corresponding fixed angle rotor.
1.3 Delivery package
•1 Centrifuge Z 130 M
•1 Operating Manual Z 130 M
1.4 Signs and indications of the centrifuge
1.4.1 General
Instruction for disposal (see chapter 5.3, page 11)

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1.4.2Product nameplate (sample)
Company adress: Hermle Labortechnik GmbH, Siemensstr. 25, D-78564 Wehingen
TYPE: Type designation of the product
REF: Order number
SN: Serial number of the product
Date of manufacture
Manufacturer
MAX. Drehzahl: max. allowed speed of the unit
KIN. EN.: max. kinetic energy with corresponding rotor
U/I/f: Allowable voltage / max. current / frequency
P: Electrical input power
before operating, read the operating manual
Labeling, standards and guidelines that are considered

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1.4.3 Declaration of ATEX (94/9/EG)
The HERMLE Z 130 M is not explosion-proof and must therefore not be operated in explosion-
endangered areas or locations. During centrifugation, it is prohibited to stay within the safety zone of
30 cm around the centrifuge or deposit hazardous substances within this area. Centrifugation of
flammable, explosive and radioactive substances or substances, which chemically
react with high energy, is strictly prohibited!
•Never spin toxic or pathogenic material without adequate safety precautions, i.e.
centrifugation of buckets / tubes without or with defective hermetic sealings is strictly
prohibited. The user is obliged to perform appropriate disinfection procedures in case
dangerous substances have contaminated the centrifuge and or its accessories. When
centrifuging infectious substances, always pay attention to the General Laboratory
Precautions. If necessary, contact your safety officer!
•It is prohibited to run the centrifuge with rotors other than listed for this unit.
This device may only be operated by trained specialist stuff. They must have carefully read
the operating manual and be familiar with the function of the device.
1.4.4 Following rules
•Do not operate the centrifuge in case it is not installed correctly.
•Do not operate the centrifuge when dismounted (e.g. without housing).
•Do not run the centrifuge when mechanical or electrical assembly groups have been
tampered with unauthorized persons.
•Do not use accessories such as rotors and buckets, which are not exclusively approved by
HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH, except commercially available centrifuge tubes made of glass
or plastic.
•Do not spin extremly corrosive substances, as they may cause material damages and impair
mechanical resistance.
•Do not operate the centrifuge with rotors or buckets, which show any signs of corrosion or
mechanical damage.
The manufacturer is responsible for safety and reliability of the centrifuge, only if:
•the unit is operated in accordance with this instruction manual.
•modifications, repairs or other adjustments are performed by HERMLE-authorized
personnel and the electrical installation of the related location corresponds to the IEC-
regulations.
1.4.5Warranty
The centrifuge has been subjected to thorough testing and quality controls. In the unlikely case of
any manufacturing faults occurring, the centrifuge and rotors are covered by warranty for a period of
24 months from date of delivery. This warranty becomes invalid in case of mishandling, damage and
negligence and further in case of usage of inappropriate spare parts and / or accessories or
unauthorized modification of the unit.
Technical modification rights are reserved by the manufacturer in respect to
technical improvement!

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1.5 Installation of the centrifuge
1.5.1 Unpacking the centrifuge
Model Z 130 M is supplied in a carton.
Remove the strap retainer, open the carton and remove the centrifuge. The instruction manual must
always be kept with the centrifuge!
1.5.2 Space requirements
The centrifuge should be installed on an even solid surface, if possible on a laboratory cabinet /
table or some other solid vibration free surface.
During centrifugation, the centrifuge must be placed in a way, that there is a minimum space of
30 cm on each side of the unit according to the standards EN 61010-2-020.
Do not place the centrifuge next to a window or a heater, where it could be disposed to excessive
heat, as the performance of the unit is based on an ambient temperature of 23°C.
1.5.3 Installation
Follow these steps:
•Check whether power supply corresponds with the one named on the manufacturer's rating label,
which is mounted on the rear panel.
•The line voltage circuit braker is max. 16 A (type K) slow release for commonly used instruments.
•In case of emergency, there must be an emergency switch off installed outside the room in order to
disconnect the power supply of the unit.
•Connect the centrifuge with the mains.
(The socket for the power cord must be easy to reach respectively easy to disconnect).
• Switching it on using the mains power switch (I).

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2. OPERATION
2.1 Starting up
Attach the power cord and place the power switch into the on “l” position.
Open the lid and load your samples into the included rotor. Always ensure a balanced load
(Please see the following section, Loading the Rotor, for details.)
Close the lid, the rotor quickly accelerates to the maximum speed of 5500 rpm.
When the desired run time is completed, push on the lid tab to open the lid, the rotor quickly
brakes to a stop and the samples can be retrieved.
ATTENTION: Never attempt to remove samples until the rotor has come to a complete stop.
ATTENTION:
Do not operate the centrifuge with rotors or buckets which show any signs of
corrosion or mechanical damage.
Do not operate with extremely corrosive substances, which could damage the rotor
and unit.
2.2 Loading rotor
Rotors must be load symetrically and with equal weight (see figure 1). The adapter may only be load
with the appropriate vessels. The weight differences between the filled vessels are as low as
possible to keep. Therefore we recommend to weighting with a balance. This reduces the wear of
drive and the acoustic operating noise.
Examples of properly balanced rotors:
Figure 1
Represents an empty
position
Represents a loaded
position

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Examples for improperly balanced rotors:
2.3 Power switch
The power swich is on the left side at the back wall of the housing (see figure 3)
Figure 3: Power swich
Represents a loaded
position
Represents an empty
position
Figure 2

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3. MAINTENANCE
3.1Maintenance and cleaning
3.1.1 General
Care:
Maintenance of the centrifuge is confined to keeping the rotor, the rotor chamber and the rotor
accessories. Clean as well the accessories especially the sealings of the aerosol-tight rotors and
insert bolts of swing out rotors. Afterwards lubricate the bolts or sealings with the recommended
HERMLE vaseline - order no. 41-5215.
Lubricants containing molycote and graphite are not allowed.
Please pay special attention to anodized aluminium parts. Breakage of rotors can be caused even
by slightest damages.
In case of rotors, buckets or tube racks getting in touch with corrosive substances the concerned
spots have to be cleaned carefully.
Corrosive substances are for instance: alkalis, alkaline soap solutions, alkaline amines,
concentrated acids, solutions containing heavy metals, water-free chlorinated solvents, saline
solutions, e.g. salt water, phenol, halogenated hydrocarbons.
Cleaning –unit, rotors, accessories:
-Turn the device off and disconnect it from the power supply before you begin any cleaning or
disinfecting. Do not pour liquids into the housing interior.
-Do spray disinfectant on the device.
-Thorough cleaning not only has its purpose in hygiene but also in avoiding corrosion based on
pollution.
-In order to avoid damaging anodized parts such as rotors, reduction plates etc., only pH-neutral
Detergents with a pH-value of 6-8 may be used for cleaning. Alkaline cleaning agents (pH-value
> 8) must not be used.
-After cleaning, please ensure all parts are dried thoroughly, either by hand or in a hot-air cabinet
(max. Temperature + 50°C).
-It is necessary to coat anodized aluminium parts with anti-corrosion oil regularly in order to
increase their life-spans and reduce corrosion predisposition.
-Due to humidity or not hermetically sealed samples, condensate may be formed. The
condensate has to be removed from the rotor chamber with a soft cloth regularly.
-
The maintenance procedure has to be repeated every 10 to 15 runs, but at least once at week!
-Connect the unit to the power supply, after the equipment is completely dry.
-Do not carry out disinfection with UV-, beta- and gamma-raysor other high energy radiation.
-Metal rotors can be autoclaved.
-Rotor lid and adapters can also be autoclaved (max. 121°C, 20 min).
-The tube racks are made of PP and can not be autoclaved at 134°C.
3.1.2 Cleaning and disinfection of the unit
1. Open the lid before you turn off the unit. Disconnect it from the power supply.

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2. Removed the rotor by using an allen wrench (1.5mm) to loosen the set screw. Once loosened,
the rotor can be pulled upward and removed from the motor shaft.
3. For cleaning and desinfection of the unit and the rotor chamber using the above mentioned
cleaner (see chapter 3.1.1).
4. Clean all accessible areas of the device and its accessories, including the power cord with a
damp cloth.
5. Wash the rubber seals and rotor chamber thoroughly with water.
6. Rub the dry rubber seals with glycerol or talc to prevent these to becoming brittle. Other
components of the unit, e.g. the lid lock, motor shaft and rotor must not be greased.
7. Dry the motor shaft with a soft, dry and lint-free cloth.
8. Control the unit and accessories for damage.
Remove at least every six months adherent dust from the ventilation slots in the centrifuge by using
a soft brush. Turn off the centrifuge and pull the plug before doing that.
3.1.3 Cleaning and disinfection of the rotor
1. Clean and disinfect the rotors, rotor lids and adapters with the mentioned cleaner in chapter
3.1.1).
2. Use a bottle brush to clean and disinfect the rotor bores.
3. Rinse the rotors, rotorlid and adapter with clear water. Particular the drillings of angle rotors.
4. For drying of the rotors and accessories set them on a towel. Place the angle rotors with bores
down, to dry them to.
5. Dry the rotor cone with a soft, dry and lint-free cloth and look for damage. Do not grease the
rotor cone.
3.1.4 Disinfection of PP rotors
The recommended time for autoclaving: 15 –20 min at 121°C (1 bar)
ATTENTION: The sterilization time of 20 min. must not be exceeded. Sterilization again and
again will cause reduction of the mechanical resistance of the plastic material
Before the autoclaving the PP-rotor and adapter must thoroughly be cleaned to avoid the burning in
of dirty residues.
You can disregard the consequences of some chemical residues to plastic materials at ambient
temperatures. But at the high temperatures of the autoclaving those residues may corrode and
destroy the plastic. The objects must be thoroughly washed up with distilled water after the cleaning
but before the autoclaving. Residues of any cleaning liquids may cause fissures, whitening and
stains.
Gassterilization
Adapters, bottles and rotors may be gassterilized with Ethylenoxyd. According to the duration of the
application you may give long enough an airing to the items after the sterilization and before using
them again.
ATTENTION: Because the temperature may rise during the sterilization, rotors, adapters and
bottles must not be closed respectively must be totally unscrewed.
Chemical sterilization
Bottles, adapters and rotors may be treated with the usual liquid disinfectants.

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ATTENTION: Before applying any other cleaning resp. Decontamination method than
recommended by the manufacturer, contact the manufacturer to ensure that it will not
damage the unit or the rotor.
Additional information for aerosol-tight rotors, lids and buckets
The aerosol tightness of rotors, rotor lids, buckets and caps has been tested and certified by the
„TÜV Nord CERT GmbH, Certification Body Consumer Products, Essen (Germany)“ in accordance
with Annex AA of IEC 61010-2-020. The certificates can be downloaded on our webpage
www.hermle-labortechnik.de. Aerosol-tight rotors and buckets are marked with the label „aerosol-
tight“.
ATTENTION: Autoclaving, mechanical stresses and contamination by chemicals or other
aggressive solvents can impair the aerosol-tightness of the rotors and buckets.
-Check the integrity of the seals of the aerosol-tight rotor lids or caps before each use.
-Use only aerosol-tight rotor lids or caps if the seals are undamaged and clean.
-Replace the seals of aerosol-tight lids and caps after five autoclaving cycles.
-Never store aerosol-tight rotors or buckets closed.
3.1.5 Glass breakage
With high g-values, the rate of glass tube breakage increases. Glass splinters have to be removed
immediately from rotor, buckets, adapters and the rotor chamber itself. Fine glass splinters will
scratch and therefore damage the protective surface coating of a rotor. If glass splinters remain in
the rotor chamber, fine metal dust will build up due to air circulation. This very fine, black metal dust
will extremely pollute the rotor chamber, the rotor, the buckets and the samples.
If necessary, replace the adapters, tubes and accessories to avoid further damages. Check the rotor
bores regulary for residues and damages.
ATTENTION: Please check the relevant specifications of the tubes centrifuges with the
manufacturer!
3.2 Life time of rotors, round and rectangular buckets, accessories
Rotors and rotor lid made of aluminium or stainless steel, have a operating life of max. 7 years from
first use.
Transparent rotor lids and caps made of PC or PP for rotors and buckets, tube racks and adapters
of PP have a maximum service life up to 3 years from first use.
Condition for the operating life:
Proper use, damage-free condition, recommended care

REPAIR
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4. REPAIR
Health risk from contaminated equipment, rotors and accessories
In case of returning the centrifuge for repairing to the manufacturer, please notice the following:
The centrifuge must be decontaminated and cleaned before the shipment for the protection of
persons, environment and material.
Please fill out the below completely form:
Decontamination certificate at goods return delivery (see APPENDIX p.III)
and put the decontamination form to the outside of the box.
We reserve the right to accept contaminated centrifuges. Further on all costs occurred for the
cleaning and disinfection of the units will go to the debit of the customer’s account.
Thank you for your understanding.

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5. TRANSPORT, STORAGE, DISPOSAL
5.1 Transport
-Before transporting, take out the rotor.
-Only transport the unit in the original packaging.
-Use a transport aid for transporting over longer distances to fix the motor shaft.
air temperature rel. humidity air pressure
General transportation -25 bis 60 °C 10 bis 75 % 30 bis 106 kPa
5.2 Storage
During storage of the centrifuge the following environmental conditions must be observed:
air temperature rel. humidity air pressure
General transportation -25 bis 55 °C 10 bis 75 % 70 bis 106 kPa
5.3 Disposal
In the event of disposing of the product, please observe the applicable legal regulations.
Information on the disposal of the electrical and electronic devices in the European
Community:.
The disposal of the electrical devices is regulated within the European Community by national
regulations based on EU Directive 2002/96/EC pertaining to waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).
In accordance with this, any devices delivered after 13/08/2005 on a business-to-business basis,
which includes the product, may no longer be disposed of in household waste. To document this
they have been marked with the following identification:
Because disposal regulations may differ from one country to another within the EU please contact
your supplier if necessary.
RoHS II Compliance
HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH, Siemensstraße 25, 78564 Wehingen, hereby declares and certifies
that all components manufactured are RoHS II compliant according to the definition and restrictions
given by the European Parliament Directive 2011/65/EC on the restriction of use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

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APPENDIX
Table 1: Technical Data: .......................................................................................................I
EC conformity declaration...................................................................................................II
Redemption form / Decontamination certificate ...............................................................III

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Table 1: Technical Data:
Manufacturer
Benchmark Scientific inc.
Type
Z 130 M
Dimensions
Width
14,6 cm
Depth
20,3 cm
Height
10,8 cm
Weight with rotor
1,3 kg
max. speed
5500 min-1
max. volume
12 x 1.5/2.0 ml and 4 x PCR-stripes
max. RCF
2000 x g
allowable density
1,2 kg/dm3
allowable kinetic energy
58 Nm
Mains power connection AC
230 V / 50-60 Hz 1 ph
120 V / 50-60 Hz 1 ph
Voltage fluctation
± 10 %
Current consumption
0,12 A
0,18 A
Power consumption
0,04 KW
0,04 KW
Audit requirement (BGR 500)
nein
Ambient conditions
(EN / IEC 61010-1)
- Environment
for indoor use only
- High
Use up to an altitude of 2000 m above MSL
- Ambient temperature
2°C up to 35 °C
- Max. relative humidity
Max. relative humidity 80 % for temperatures up to 31°C,
Decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity up to 35°C.
- Overvoltage category (IEC 60364-4-443)
II
- Degree of contamination
2
Class of protection I
Class of protection (DIN EN 60529) IP 20
Not suitable for use in hazardous environments
Noise level (depending on the rotor)
52 +2,0 dB(A)
Write from operator:
Inventory-No.:
Monitoring-No.:
Environement:
Maintenance contact:
responsible service office
HERMLE Labortechnik GmbH
Siemensstraße 25
78564 Wehingen
Tel.: (49)7426 / 96 22-17
Fax: (49)7426 / 96 22-49
responsible dealer

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EC conformity declaration
EG Konformitätserklärung
EC Conformity Declaration
Hermle Labortechnik GmbH - Siemensstr. 25 - D-78564 Wehingen –Germany
Das bezeichnete Produkt entspricht den einschlägigen grundlegenden Anforderungen der aufgeführten EG-Richtlinien und
Normen. Bei einer nicht mit uns abgestimmten Änderung des Produktes oder einer nicht bestimmungsgemäßen Anwendung
verliert diese Erklärung ihre Gültigkeit.
The Product named below fulfills the relevant fundamental requirements of the EC directives and standards
listed. In the case of unauthorized modifications to the product or an unintended use this declaration
becomes invalid.
Produkttyp
Product type
Laborzentrifugen mit Zubehör
Laboratory centrifuge with accessories
Typenbezeichnung
Typ designation
Z 130 M
Einschlägige EG-Richtlinien / Normen
Relevant EC directives / standards
RL 72/33/EEC, 89/336/EEC
EN 61010-1 :1993/A2 :1995, EN 61010-2-020, EN 50081-1 (-2), EN 500082-1:1997
EN 55011:1991/A1 :1997/A2:1996, EN 55022 :1994+A1+A2
EN 61000-3-2 (-3) :1995
Wehingen, den 15.10.2015 Alexander Hermle
Geschäftsführer, Managing Director

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Redemption form / Decontamination certificate
Decontamination certificate at goods return delivery
Enclose at all returns of equipment and assemblies absolutely!
The completely full declaration about the decontamination is prerequisite for the assumption and further
processing of the return. If no corresponding explanation is enclosed, we carry out decontamination with costs at
your expense.
Surname; last name: _____________________________________
Organization / company: _____________________________________
Street: _____________________________________
ZIP CODE: _____________ place:____________________
Telephone: _____________ fax:____________________
E-Mail: _____________________________________
Pos. Crowd
Decontaminated
object
Serial number Description / Comment
1
2
3
4
Are these parts listed above in touch with the following substances?
Health endangering watery solutions, buffers, acids, alkalis:………................... Yes No
Potentially infectious agents: ………………………………………………………... Yes No
Organic reagents and solvent: ………………………………...……..................... Yes No
Radioactive substances: ………………………………………..…α..β..γ.. Yes No
Health endangering proteins: …………………………………….……………......... Yes No
DNA: ………………………………………………………………………………….…. Yes No
These substances have reached the equipment/assembly? …………………………..Yes No
Which one, if yes:
________________________________________________________________
Description of the measures for the decontamination of the listed parts:
I confirm the proper decontamination:
Company/dept ._____________ place and date: ____________________________________
Signature of the authorized person: ________________________________________
Please fill out in block
capitals!