Newton EVO 10 User manual

Newton Scientific
EVO 10 Floor Centrifuge
Instruction Manual
CEN0721-MAN1801
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Table of Contents
Preface............................................................................................................. 6
Items Supplied.........................................................................................................6
Intended Use............................................................................................................6
Precautions..............................................................................................................7
Preparation..........................................................................................................................................7
Hazardous Substances.......................................................................................................................7
Operating.............................................................................................................................................8
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................9
Symbols used in the manual ................................................................................10
Technical Specifications.............................................................................. 11
Technical Data.......................................................................................................11
EVO 10..............................................................................................................................................11
Refrigerants ...........................................................................................................11
Rotor Selection......................................................................................................12
Transport and Set Up......................................................................................... 13
Before Setting Up ........................................................................................................ 13
Location .................................................................................................................14
Transporting/Moving.............................................................................................14
Setting up and Leveling........................................................................................15
Mains Connection..................................................................................................15
Storage...................................................................................................................16
Shipping.................................................................................................................16
Lifting & Transporting...........................................................................................16
Control Panel ................................................................................................ 17
Operation....................................................................................................... 18
Switching on the Centrifuge.................................................................................18
Open the Centrifuge Door........................................................................................... 18
Rotor Installation...................................................................................................19
Acceleration / Deceleration Rates .................................................................20
Pre-Selecting Speed/RCF ................................................................................................................20
Running Time Pre-Selection.............................................................................................................20
Continuous Operation.......................................................................................................................20
Preselecting the Temperature ..........................................................................................................20
Precooling the Centrifuge.................................................................................................................21
Programs................................................................................................................21

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Saving a Program .............................................................................................................................21
Selecting a Program .........................................................................................................................21
Centrifugation........................................................................................................21
Maximum Loading.............................................................................................................................21
Starting the Centrifuge Run..............................................................................................................22
Imbalance Indicator...........................................................................................................................22
Stopping the Centrifuge Run............................................................................................................22
Removing the Rotor ..............................................................................................22
System Menu ................................................................................................ 23
Maintenance and Care ................................................................................. 24
Cleaning Intervals..................................................................................................24
Basics.....................................................................................................................24
Rotor and Accessories Inspection....................................................................................................25
Cleaning .................................................................................................................25
Shipping and Disposal..........................................................................................26
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 27
Mechanical Emergency Door Release.................................................................27
Troubleshooting Guide.........................................................................................28
Error Code.................................................................................................................... 29
When to contact Customer Service .....................................................................29
Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................30

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Preface
Before starting to use the centrifuge, read through this instruction manual carefully and follow the
instructions.
Failure to follow the instructions and safety information in this instruction manual will result in the
expiration of the warranty.
Items Supplied
If any parts are missing, please contact the nearest Newton Scientific representative.
Intended Use
This centrifuge is a laboratory product used to separate substance mixtures of different densities.
This centrifuge must be operated by trained specialists only.
Item
Quantity
Newton Scientific EVO 10 Centrifuge
1
Power Supply Cable
1
Tool Kit for Rotor Exchange and Installation
1

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Precautions
WARNING
Observe the safety instructions. Not following these instructions can cause damage.
The centrifuge is to be used for its intended use only. Improper use can cause damages,
contamination, and injuries with fatal consequences.
The centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only.
To ensure safe operation of the Newton Scientific Avante 8 / 8R Centrifuge, general safety
regulations must be followed. Mind the regulations in your country.
Set Up Conditions
WARNING
■ Connect the power cord of the centrifuge to isolator/switch which have been properly grounded.
■ Turn off the centrifuge using the power switch located by the right-hand side on the centrifuge.
■ As safety zone maintain a clear radius of at least 30 cm around the centrifuge. Do not place any
dangerous substances within this security zone.
■ Set up in a well-ventilated environment, on a horizontally levelled and rigid surface with
adequate load-bearing capacity.
Preparation
WARNING
■ It is the obligation of the operator to make sure, that the proper protective clothing is used. Mind
the “Laboratory Biosafety Manual” of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the regulations
in your country.
■ Do not make any changes to the mechanical components of the rotor.

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■ Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge nor alter any electronic or mechanical
components.
■ Use only with rotors which have been properly installed.
■ Do not use rotors, buckets or accessories which show any signs of corrosion or cracks. Contact
technical support for further advice or inspections.
■ Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly.
■ Never overload the rotor.
■ Always balance the samples.
■ Use only rotors and accessories for this centrifuge which have been approved by Newton
Scientific. Exceptions to this rule are commercially available glass or plastic centrifuge labware,
provided they have been designed to fit rotor or adapter cavities and are approved for the speed
or the RCF value of the rotor.
■ Make sure the rotor is locked properly into place before operating the centrifuge.
■ Implement measures which ensure that no one can approach the centrifuge for longer than
necessary while it is running.
Hazardous Substances
WARNING
■ Especially when working with corrosive samples (salt solutions, acids, bases), the accessory parts
and vessel must be cleaned thoroughly.
■ Do not centrifuge explosive or flammable materials or substances.
■ The centrifuge is neither inert nor protected against explosion. Never use the centrifuge in an
explosion-prone environment.
■ Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro-organisms without
suitable safety precautions.
For materials in a higher risk group, extra safety measures have to be taken.
■ If toxins or pathogenic substances have contaminated the centrifuge or its parts, appropriate
disinfection measures must be taken.
■ Extreme care should be taken with highly corrosive substances which can cause damage and
impair the mechanical stability of the rotor. These should only be centrifuged in fully sealed
tubes.
■ If a hazardous situation occurs, turn off the power supply to the centrifuge and leave the area
immediately.

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Operating
WARNING
■ Never use the centrifuge if parts of its cover panels are damaged or missing.
■ Never start the centrifuge when the centrifuge door is open.
■ Do not move the centrifuge while it is running.
■ Do not lean on the centrifuge.
■ Do not place anything on top of the centrifuge during a run.
■ Never open the centrifuge door until the rotor has come to a complete stop and this has been
confirmed in the display.
■ The emergency door release may be used in emergencies only to recover the samples from the
centrifuge, e.g. during a power failure (see section “Mechanical Emergency Door Release” on
page 27). Do not open the centrifuge, while it is running.
In any case of severe mechanical failure, such as rotor or bucket crash, the centrifuge is not aerosol
tight. In case of rotor failure, the centrifuge can be damaged. Leave the room. Inform technical
support.
Maintenance
WARNING
The centrifuge housing is not to be opened by the operator. For user perform maintenance and care,
refer to page 24.

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Symbols used in the manual
This symbol refers to general hazards.
CAUTION means that material damage could occur.
WARNING means that injuries or material damage or contamination could occur.
This symbol refers to biological hazards.
Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your
environment safe.
This symbol refers to electrical hazards.