Hettich UNIVERSAL 320 User manual

UNIVERSAL 320 / 320 R
Rev.: 04 / 11.2023AB1401en_SA
Inhalt des Dokuments / content of the document
Operating instructions (EN)
Rotoren und Zubehör / Rotors and accessories

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Operating instructions
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Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co.KG
Föhrenstrasse 12
D-78532 Tuttlingen, Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Internet: www.hettichlab.com
©2022 – All rights reserved

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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 About this document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Use of this document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Gender reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Symbols and labels in this document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Personnel requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Operator's responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Device overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2 European registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3 Important labels on the packaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.4 Important labels on the device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.5 Operating and indicator elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5.1 Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5.2 Indicator elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.5.3 Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.6 Original spare parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.7 Scope of supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.8 Returns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4 Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.1 Transport and storage conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2 Fastening the transport lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1 Unpacking the centrifuge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2 Remove the transport lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.3 Setting up and connecting the centrifuge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.4 Switching the centrifuge on and off.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1 Opening and closing the lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Removing and installing the rotor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.3 Inserting and removing buckets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.4 Inserting and removing adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.5 Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.6 Opening and closing the biosafety system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.6.1 Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.6.2 Lid with screw cap and hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.6.3 Lid with bracket and spring-type lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.6.4 Lid with screw cap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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6.7 Centrifugation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.7.1 Centrifugation in continuous operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.7.2 Centrifugation with time preselection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.7.3 Short-term centrifugation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.8 Quick stop function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7 Software operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.1 Centrifugation parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.1.1 Relative centrifugal force, RCF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.1.2 Centrifugation of substances or mixtures of substances
with a density higher than 1.2 kg/dm3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.2 Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.2.1 Write protection for programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.2.2 Opening or loading programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.2.3 Entering or changing programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.3 Rotor detection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4 Cooling (for centrifuges with cooling). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.1 Instructions, cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.2 Standby cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.3 Precooling the rotor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.5 Machine Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.5.1 Querying system information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.5.2 Querying operating hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.5.3 Audible signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.5.3.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.5.3.2 Setting an audible signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8 Cleaning and care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8.1 Overview table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8.2 Cleaning and disinfection instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.3 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.4 Disinfection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.5 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9.1 Fault description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9.2 Perform a MAINS RESET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.3 Emergency release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
10 Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
10.1 General instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
11 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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General symbols
Intended use
1 About this document
1.1 Use of this document
■Read this document carefully and in full before commissioning the
device for the rst time.
Observe other enclosed instruction sheets where necessary.
■This document is part of the device and must be kept within easy reach.
■This document must be included if the device is passed on to a third
party.
■The current version of the document in the available languages can be
found on the manufacturer's website: ⮫ https://www.hettichlab.com/de/
download-center/
1.2 Gender reference
The employed masculine or feminine language form is to facilitate reading.
In the spirit of equal treatment, corresponding terms apply in principle to all
genders and do not imply any valuation.
1.3 Symbols and labels in this document
The following markers are used in this document to highlight instructions,
results, listings, references and other elements:
Marker Explanation
1.
2.
3.
...
Step-by-step instructions
áResults of action steps
æReferences to sections of the document and
other applicable documents
■...
■...
Listings without a xed order
[Buttons] Controls (for example: buttons, switches)
‘Indicator’ Indicator elements (for example: signal lights,
screen elements)
2Safety
2.1 Intended use
The centrifuge UNIVERSAL 320 / 320 R is an in vitro diagnostic medical
device in accordance with the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regula-
tion (EU) 2017/746. The device is used for centrifugation as well as enrich-
ment of sample material of human origin for subsequent further processing
for diagnostic purposes. The user can set each of the variable physical
parameters within the limits set by the device.

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Safety
Non-intended use
Foreseeable misuse
Required qualifications
The user is trained in laboratory practice and able to carry out the work
assigned to them, and to recognise and prevent potential hazards inde-
pendently.
Personal protective equipment
The centrifuge may only be used by qualied personnel in closed laborato-
ries. The centrifuge is only intended for the use referred to above. Intended
use also includes observing all instructions in the user manual and compli-
ance with inspection and maintenance. Any other use or use beyond this is
considered improper. Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co. KG shall not be liable
for any damage arising from this.
■The centrifuge is not suitable for use in explosive or radioactive, or
biologically or chemically-contaminated atmospheres.
■The user must take appropriate actions when centrifuging hazardous
substances or mixtures of substances that are toxic, radioactive or con-
taminated with pathogenic microorganisms.
The manufacturer generally recommends using only centrifuge tubes
with special screw caps for hazardous substances.
Use sealable centrifuge tubes with a biosafety system for materials of
risk groups 3 and 4.
■The manufacturer does not recommend centrifugation with ammable or
explosive materials.
■The manufacturer does not recommend centrifugation with materials
that react chemically with one another with high energy.
The manufacturer recommends using only accessories that it has approved
for the intended purpose.
Only operate the centrifuge under supervision.
2.2 Personnel requirements
The user has read the user manual in full and familiarised themselves with
the device.
NOTICE
Damage to the device by unauthorised personnel
−Tampering with and modications to devices by unau-
thorised persons are at the operating organisation's own
risk and will result in the loss of all warranty and liability
claims.
Trained user
Lack of personal protective equipment or unsuitable personal protective
equipment increases the risk of impaired health and injury.
■Only use personal protective equipment that is in proper condition.
■Only use personal protective equipment that is adapted to the person
(correct size, for example).
■Observe instructions on other protective equipment for specic activities.

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Provide information
Training of personnel
2.3 Operator's responsibility
Follow the instructions in this document for proper and safe
use of the device.
Keep the user manual for future reference.
■Following the instructions in this document will help:
–To avoid dangerous situations.
–To minimise repair costs and downtime.
–To increase the reliability and service life of the device.
■The operator is responsible for compliance with company regulations,
standards and national laws.
■Note and keep the revision of the document separate from the docu-
ment. If lost, the document can be replaced in the correct revision.
■Keep the user manual available at the place where the device is used.
■Pass the user manual on to the buyer when the device is sold.
Lack of knowledge when working with the device may result in serious
injury or death.
■Instruct personnel on their tasks and the associated risks in accordance
with the instruction.
2.4 Safety instructions
Reporting serious incidents and notiable incidents
In the event of serious incidents or notiable incidents
involving the device or its accessories, these must be
reported to the manufacturer and, where applicable, to the
competent authority where the user and/or the patient is
registered.
DANGER
Risk of contamination for the user due to inadequate
cleaning or failure to observe the cleaning instructions.
−Observe cleaning instructions.
−Wear personal protective equipment when cleaning the
device.
−Observe laboratory regulations (e.g. TRBAs, the German
Protection against Infection Act, hygiene plan) for han-
dling biological agents.
DANGER
Fire and explosion hazard due to hazardous substances in
samples.
−Observe relevant regulations and directives for handling
chemicals and hazardous substances.
−Do not use aggressive chemicals (for example: dan-
gerous, corrosive extraction agents such as chloroform,
strong acids).

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Safety
WARNING
Dangers due to insufcient maintenance or maintenance not
carried out on time.
−Follow maintenance intervals.
−Check the device for visible damage or defects.
If any visible damage or defects are present, take the
device out of service and inform a service technician.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock due to ingress of water or other liq-
uids.
−Protect the device against external liquids.
−Do not pour any liquids into the interior of the device.
−Transport using original transport packaging.
WARNING
Contamination with hazardous substances and substance
mixtures!
Observe the following actions for substances and substance
mixtures that are toxic, radioactive and/or contaminated with
pathogenic microorganisms:
−As a rule, use only centrifuge tubes with special screw
caps for hazardous substances.
−Use sealable centrifuge tubes with a biosafety system
for materials of risk groups 3 and 4.
−If no biosafety system is used, the device is not micro-
biologically tight in the sense of standard EN / IEC
61010-2-020.
−Contact the manufacturer if necessary.
WARNING
Risk of injury and damage to the device due to a loose rotor.
−The driver of the rotor shaft must be correctly seated in
the groove of the rotor when mounting the rotor.
−Hand-tighten the nut securing the rotor.
−Check that the rotor is rmly seated.
−Follow maintenance intervals.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to rotating rotor
Long hair and items of clothing can get caught on the rotor if
the rotor is moved manually.
−Tie long hair back.
−Do not allow garments to hang in the centrifuging
chamber.

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NOTICE
Damage to the device electronics due to incorrect voltage or
frequency at the device circuit breaker.
−Operate the device with the correct mains voltage and
mains frequency.
The value can be found in the technical data and on the
rating plate.
NOTICE
Damage to the device and samples due to premature pro-
gram termination.
Premature program termination is caused by power failure,
switching off during the program or pulling out the mains
plug.
−Do not switch off the device while the program is run-
ning.
−Do not trigger the emergency release on the device
while the program is running.
−Do not pull out the mains plug while the program is
running.
3Device overview
3.1 Technical data
Manufacturer Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co.KG,
D-78532 Tuttlingen
Model UNIVERSAL 320
Type 1401 1401-01
Mains voltage (±10%) 200-240V1～100-127V1～
Mains frequency 50-60 Hz 50-60 Hz
power consumption 400 VA 400 VA
Power consumption 2.0A 4.0A
max. capacity 4 x 200 ml
max. permissible density 1.2kg/dm³
max. speed (RPM) 16000
max. acceleration (RCF) 24900
max. kinetic energy 9800 Nm
Obligation to perform
checks
(DGUV Rules 100-500)
(valid only in Germany)
No

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Ambient conditions (EN / IEC 61010-1):
Installation site indoors only
Altitude up to 2000 m above sea level
Ambient temperature 2°C to 35 °C
Humidity maximum relative humidity 80%for temperatures up to 31°C,
decreasing linearly to 50%relative humidity at 40°C.
Overvoltage category
(IEC 60364-4-443)
II
Pollution level 2
Device protection class I
not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
EMC:
Emitted EM interference,
EM interference immunity
EN/IEC61326-1
Class B
FCC Class B
Noise level
(rotor-dependent)
£68dB(A)
Dimensions:
Width 401 mm
Depth 529 mm
Altitude 346 mm
Weight approx.31kg
Manufacturer Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co.KG,
D-78532 Tuttlingen
Model UNIVERSAL 320R
Type 1406 1406-01
Mains voltage (±10%) 200-240V1～240V1～115-127V1～
Mains frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz
power consumption 800 VA 950 VA
Power consumption 4.0A 8.0A
Refrigerant R452A
max. capacity 4 x 200 ml
max. permissible density 1.2kg/dm³

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max. speed (RPM) 16000
max. acceleration (RCF) 24900
max. kinetic energy 9800 Nm
Obligation to perform
checks
(DGUV Rules 100-500)
(valid only in Germany)
No
Ambient conditions (EN / IEC 61010-1):
Installation site indoors only
Altitude up to 2000 m above sea level
Ambient temperature 5°C to 35 °C
Humidity maximum relative humidity 80%for temperatures up to 31°C,
decreasing linearly to 50%relative humidity at 40°C.
Overvoltage category
(IEC 60364-4-443)
II
Pollution level 2
Device protection class I
not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
EMC:
Emitted EM interference,
EM interference immunity
EN/IEC61326-1
Class B
FCC Class B
Noise level
(rotor-dependent)
£64dB(A)
Dimensions:
Width 407 mm
Depth 698 mm
Altitude 346 mm
Weight approx.52kg

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Device overview
Rating plate
Device conformity
Single Registration Number
23
10
11
17
12
13
15
14
16
1819
24
20
22
21
2 43 5 6 7 8 91
Fig. 1: Rating plate
1 Item number
2 Serial number
3 Revision
4 Equipment number
5 Data matrix code
6 any labelling indicating whether medical device or in vitro diagnostic
medical device
7 Global Trade Item Number (GTIN)
8 Date of manufacture
9 Serial number
10 any EAC mark, CE mark
11 Country of manufacture
12 Date of manufacture
13 Mains frequency
14 Maximum kinetic energy
15 Maximum permissible density
16 Manufacturer's address
17 any Coolant circuit pressure
18 any Coolant capacity
19 any Coolant type
20 Revs per minute
21 Performance values
22 Mains voltage
23 any Device designation
24 Manufacturer's logo
3.2 European registration
Device conformity according to EU directives.
SRN: DE-MF-000010680

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Basic-UDI-DI Basic-UDI-DI Device assignment
040506740100139R UNIVERSAL 320 / 320 R (in vitro diag-
nostic medical device)
3.3 Important labels on the packaging
TOP
This is the correct upright position of the shipping container for transport and/or storage.
FRAGILE GOODS
The contents of the shipping container are fragile, so it must be handled with care.
PROTECT FROM MOISTURE
The shipping container must be kept away from rain and kept in dry conditions.
TEMPERATURE LIMITATION
The shipping container must be stored, transported and handled within the indicated temperature
range (-20°Cto+60°C).
HUMIDITY LIMITATION
The shipping container must be stored, transported and handled within the indicated air humidity
range (10%to80%).
STACK LIMITATION BASED ON QUANTITY
Maximum number of identical packages that may be stacked on the lowest package, "n" standing
for the number of packages allowed. The lowest package is not included in "n".
3.4 Important labels on the device
The labels on the device must not be removed or covered,
or have anything pasted over them.

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Attention, general danger area.
Ensure you read the instructions for commissioning and operation and observe the safety instruc-
tions before using the device.
Biohazard warning.
Direction of rotation of the rotor.
The orientation of the arrow indicates the rotor's direction of rotation.
Symbol for the separate collection of electrical and electronic equipment, in accordance with
Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE).
Use in European Union countries, Norway and Switzerland.
3.5 Operating and indicator elements
3.5.1 Control
Fig. 2: Control (device with cooling)
Fig. 3: Control (device without cooling)

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Fig. 4: [START/IMPULS] button
Fig. 5: [STOP/OPEN] button
Fig. 6: [Rotary knob]
Fig. 7: [Mains switch]
Fig. 8: [Cooling] button
Fig. 9: [RCF] button
Fig. 10: [SELECT] button
Fig. 11: [START/IMPULSE]
button
Fig. 12: [STOP/OPEN] button
3.5.2 Indicator elements
■The button lights up during the centrifugation run for as long as the rotor
is not yet at a standstill.
■The right side of the button lights up when the centrifuge is in ramp-
down. The rotor has not yet stopped.
■The left side of the button lights up when the rotor is stationary.
■The light on the left side of the button goes out when the lid is unlocked.
3.5.3 Controls
■Setting the individual parameters.
Turning anticlockwise decreases the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value.
■Switch the device on and off.
■Start the centrifugation run to pre-cool the rotor (only for centrifuges with
cooling).
■The precooling speed is adjustable. The default value is 10,000RPM.
■Toggle between RCF indicator and RPM indicator.
■Relative centrifugal force, RCF.
The RCF is displayed in brackets ñá.
■Speed, RPM.
■Selecting the individual parameters.
■Scroll forward in the menus.
■Start centrifugation run.
■Short-term centrifugation. The centrifugation run takes place as long as
the button is being pressed.
■Save entries and changes.
■End the centrifugation run.
The rotor coasts to a stop with the preselected ramp-down parameter.
■Pressing the button twice triggers the quick stop function.
■Unlock the lid.
■Exit parameter input and the menus.
3.6 Original spare parts
Only use original spare parts from the manufacturer and approved accesso-
ries.

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Transport and storage
Transport conditions
3.7 Scope of supply
The following accessories are supplied with the centrifuge:
■1 hex key (SW5x100)
■1 grease for the trunnions
■1 power cable
■1 user manual
■1 instruction sheet, transport lock
Rotors and the corresponding accessories are supplied depending on the
order.
3.8 Returns
An original Return Material Authorisation (RMA) form from the manufacturer
must always be requested for a return. Secure and reliable acceptance and
booking in of the goods with the manufacturer is not possible without an
original RMA form from the manufacturer. The Return Material Authorisation
(RMA) form contains a Declaration of No Objection (UBE), which must be
completed in full and enclosed with the return.
If the device and/or accessories are returned to the manufacturer, the
complete return shipment must be cleaned and decontaminated by the
sender. If returns are not cleaned and/or decontaminated or are insuf-
ciently cleaned and/or decontaminated, this will be performed by the manu-
facturer and charged to the sender.
The original transport locks must be attached for return shipment, see
⮫ Chapter 4 ‘Transport and storage’ on page 16 . The device must be
shipped in its original packaging.
4Transport and storage
4.1 Transport and storage conditions
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to failure to use the transport
locks.
−Secure the transport locks before transporting the
device.
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to condensation.
There is a risk of condensation forming on electrical com-
ponents when component surfaces are cold and the sur-
rounding air is warmer. The condensation that forms may
cause a short circuit and/or destroy electronics.
−Warm the device up for at least 3 hours in a warm room
before connecting it to the mains.
or
−Warm up for 30 minutes in a cold room.

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Transport and storage
Storage conditions
3
1
2
1 Motor cover
2 Edge of the centrifuging
chamber
3 Bellows
■Before transporting, fasten the transport lock and disconnect the device
from the mains socket.
■The transport temperature must be between -20°Cand+60°C.
■Humidity must not be condensing. Humidity must be between 10%and
80%.
■Be aware of the weight of the device.
■When transporting using a transport aid (e.g., a pallet truck), the trans-
port aid must be able to carry at least 1.6 times the transport weight of
the device.
■Secure the device to prevent it tipping over and falling down during
transport.
■Never transport the device sideways or upside down.
■The device must be stored in the original packaging.
■Only store the device in dry rooms.
■The storage temperature must be between -20°Cand+60°C.
■Humidity must not be condensing. Humidity must be between 10%and
80%.
4.2 Fastening the transport lock
Personnel:
■Trained user
1. Open the lid.
2. For UNIVERSAL 320 R:
Check the bellows ( 3 ) underneath the motor cover for correct
seating.
The bellows ( 3 ) must be placed over the edge of the motor cover ( 1 )
and over the edge of the centrifuging chamber ( 2 ).
3. Close the lid.
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3
1
3
1
3
3
3
1
3
Fig. 13: Transport lock
1Transport lock
2 Screw
3 Spacer sleeve
4. Lay the device down on its right-hand side.

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Commissioning
5. Insert 3 transport locks ( 1 ).
6. Screw in 3 screws ( 2 ) with spacer sleeves ( 3 ).
5 Commissioning
5.1 Unpacking the centrifuge
CAUTION
Danger of crushing due to parts falling out of the transport
packaging.
−Keep the device balanced during the unpacking
process.
−Only open the packaging at the points provided for this
purpose.
CAUTION
Risk of injury from lifting heavy loads.
−Provide an adequate number of helpers.
−Note the weight. See ⮫
Chapter 3 ‘Device overview’
on page 9 .
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to improper lifting.
−Do not lift the centrifuge by the control panel or the
control panel holder.
Personnel:
■Trained user
1. Unscrew the screws on the lid of the wooden packaging and store
them.
2. Remove the lid.
3. Unscrew the screws on the side panels of the wooden packaging and
store them.
4. Remove the side panels.
5. Remove padding and strips.
6. Remove the device and accessories by lifting them up out of the box.
7. Place the device on a stable and level surface.
5.2 Remove the transport lock
Personnel:
■Trained user
The lid is closed.