OHAUS Frontier FC5306 User manual

FrontierTM Centrifuge
FC5306
Instruction Manual
Centrifuga FrontierTM
FC5306
Manual de instrucciones
Centrifugeuse FrontierTM
FC5306
Manuel d’instructions
FrontierTM-Zentrifuge
FC5306
Bedienungsanleitung
Centrifuga FrontierTM
FC5306
Manuale di istruzioni

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION ..............................................................1
1.1 Safety measures..................................................................................1
2INSTALLATION................................................................2
2.1 Package contents.................................................................................2
2.2 Replacement or Installation of Rotor....................................................4
2.3 Power On .............................................................................................5
2.4 Preparation for Centrifugation..............................................................5
2.5 Centrifugation (Running)......................................................................5
3SPECIAL ATTENTION.....................................................6
3.1 Power supply........................................................................................6
3.2 Use and maintenance..........................................................................6
4SPECIFICATIONS............................................................7
5COMPLIANCE..................................................................8

FrontierTM FC5306 EN-1
1 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing this OHAUS product.
Please read the manual completely before using the FrontierTM FC5306 to
avoid incorrect operation.
You will find much helpful functionality in FrontierTM 5000 series centrifuge.
A few of the many existing features for FrontierTM FC5306 are:
Small and exquisite body, one-key operation
Convenient and quick installation and replacement of rotor without
need of using tool
Rotor will immediately stop running if lid is opened during operation
Desktop power adapter is applicable to 100-240V AC power supply
Elaborate product with low noise and long service time
1.1 Safety measures
CAUTION: Read all safety warnings before installing, making
connections, or servicing this equipment. Failure to comply with
these warnings could result in personal injury and/or property
damage. Retain all instructions for future reference.
Measures for your protection
Never work in an environment subject to explosion hazards!
The housing of the instrument is not gas tight. (explosion
hazard due to spark formation, corrosion caused by the
ingress of gases)
When using chemicals and solvents, comply with the
instructions of the producer and the general lab safety rules.
Measures for operational safety
Do not lean on the centrifuge.
Do not stay within the clearance envelope longer than necessary for
operational reasons.
Do not deposit any potentially hazardous materials within the clearance
envelope.
Do not unscrew the two halves of the housing.
Dry off any liquid spills immediately! The instrument is not watertight.

EN-2 FrontierTM FC5306
Verify that the AC adapter’s input voltage range and plug type are
compatible with the local AC power to be used.
Do not position the equipment such that it is difficult to disconnect the
AC adapter from the power receptacle.
Make sure that the power cord does not pose a potential obstacle or
tripping hazard.
The equipment is for indoor use only. Use the equipment only in dry
locations.
Use only approved accessories and peripherals.
Operate the equipment only under ambient conditions specified in
these instructions.
Disconnect the equipment from the power supply when cleaning.
Do not operate the equipment in hazardous or unstable environments.
Service should only be performed by authorized personnel.
Exclude the following environmental influences:
Powerful vibrations
Direct sunlight
Atmospheric humidity greater than 80%
Corrosive gases present
Temperatures below 5 °C and above 40 °C
Powerful electric or magnetic fields

FrontierTM FC5306 EN-3
2 INSTALLATION
Carefully unpack the box.
2.1 Package contents
The model FrontierTM FC5306 has the following items:
FrontierTM FC5306
Photo
Units
FrontierTM FC5306 main
machine
1 set
Angle rotor ( 8 x 1.5/2ml)
1 set
4 x 0.2ml rectangle rotor
for PCR 8-tube bank
1 set
Dedicated DC24V power
adapter
1 set
Eight 0.5 ml adapters and
eight 0.2 ml adapters
8 x 2 units
Manual
1 set