Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST40R User manual

50119928-1
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Sorvall ST 40
Sorvall ST 40R
Instruction manual

PN 50119928-1
Print 03/09
Instruction manual
Sorvall ST 40
Sorvall ST 40R

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WEEE Conformity
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(WEEE) Directive 2002/96 It is marked by the symbol opposite:
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Contents
WEEE Conformity
Foreword............................................................................................................................... vii
Scope of supply ..................................................................................................................viii
Proper use ............................................................................................................................. ix
Accident Prevention.............................................................................................................x
Precautions ........................................................................................................................... xi
Chapter 1 Introduction and Description.................................................................... 1-1
Characteristics ................................................................................ 1-2
Technical Data ............................................................................... 1-3
Functions and features ................................................................................1-5
Mains Supply ................................................................................. 1-6
Rotor selection ............................................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2 Before use .................................................................................................... 2-1
Before setting up ............................................................................ 2-2
Transporting the centrifuge ............................................................ 2-3
Location ......................................................................................... 2-4
Aligning the centrifuge ................................................................... 2-5
Mains connection ........................................................................... 2-6
Storage ........................................................................................... 2-7
Chapter 3 Control panel ............................................................................................... 3-1
Control panel ................................................................................. 3-2
Keys ............................................................................................... 3-4
Chapter 4 Operation...................................................................................................... 4-1
Switch on centrifuge ....................................................................... 4-2
Lid Opening ................................................................................... 4-3
Close lid ......................................................................................... 4-4
Rotor installation ............................................................................ 4-5
Entering parameters ........................................................................ 4-7
Saving programs ........................................................................... 4-11
Centrifuging ................................................................................. 4-12
Temperature adaptation during standstill ..................................... 4-13
Short-term centrifuging ................................................................ 4-14

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Removing the rotor ...................................................................... 4-15
Aerosol-tight rotors ....................................................................... 4-16
Switching the centrifuge off .......................................................... 4-17
Chapter 5 System menu ................................................................................................5-1
Chapter 6 Maintenance and care ...............................................................................6-1
Intervals .......................................................................................... 6-2
Cleaning ......................................................................................... 6-3
Disinfection .................................................................................... 6-4
Handling and care of rotors and accessories made of aluminium .... 6-6
Disinfection with bleaching agents ................................................. 6-8
Decontamination ........................................................................... 6-9
Autoclaving .................................................................................. 6-10
Service of Thermo Fisher Scientific .............................................. 6-11
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting...........................................................................................7-1
Mechanical emergency lid release ................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting by user ................................................................. 7-4
When to contact customer service .................................................. 7-7
Appendix A Chemical Compatibility Chart ............................................................. A-1
Appendix B Warranty .................................................................................................. B-1
Index ........................................................................................................................................ 1

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Tables
Technical Data Sorvall ST 40...................................................... 1-3
Functions and features ................................................................. 1-5
Electrical connection data of the Sorvall ST 40............................ 1-6
Chemical Compatibility Chart .....................................................A-1

Tables
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Figures
Lifting the centrifuge at both sides. ............................................... 2-3
Mains connections ........................................................................ 2-6
Rating plate of the Sorvall ST 40.................................................. 2-6
AutoLockTM ................................................................................. 4-5
AutoLockTM-lid for aerosol-tight rotors ..................................... 4-16

Figures
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Thermo Fisher Scientific Sorvall ST 40 vii
Foreword
Before starting to use the centrifuge, read through this instruction
manual carefully and follow the instructions.
The information contained in this instruction manual is the property of
Thermo Fisher Scientific; it is forbidden to copy or pass on this
information without explicit approval.
Failure to follow the instructions and safety information in this
instruction manual will result in the expiration of the seller‘s warranty.

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Scope of supply
If any parts are missing, please contact the nearest Thermo Fisher
Scientific representative.
Article Number Quan-
tity
Check
Centrifuge Sorvall ST 40 1
Power supply cable 1
5011 9928 Instruction manual 1
7000 9824 Anti-corrosion oil 1

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Proper use
•This centrifuge is an IVD accessory, and therefore subject to the
Directive 98/79/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of
October 27, 1998 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices.
•This centrifuge is a laboratory product designed to separate compo-
nents by generation of Relative Centrifugal Force. It separates
human samples (e.g. blood, urine and other body fluids) collected in
appropriate containers, either alone or after addition of reagents or
other additives.
•As general-purpose centrifuge, it is designed to also run other con-
tainers filled with chemicals, environmental samples and other
non-human body samples.
•This centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only.

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Accident Prevention
Prerequisite for the safe operation of the Sorvall ST 40 is a work
environment in compliance with the following standards, directives and
trade association safety regulations and proper instruction of the user:
•Machine Directive: 98 / 37 / EC
•Low Voltage Directive: 2006 / 95 / EC
applicable standards:
•DIN EN 61010-1 2nd Edition
•IEC 61010-2-020 2nd Edition
•IEC 61010-2-101 1st Edition
•EMC Directive: 2004 / 108 / EC
applicable standards:
•DIN EN 61326
•DIN EN 55011 B
•DIN EN 61000-6-2
•ISO 13485
The safety regulations contain the following basic recommendations:
•Maintain a radius of at least 30 cm around the centrifuge.
•Implementation of special measures which ensure that no one can
approach the centrifuge for longer than absolute necessary while it is
running.
•The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. Pull out the
power supply plug or disconnect the power supply in an emergency.

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Precautions
In order to ensure safe operation of the Sorvall ST 40, the following
general safety regulations must be followed:
•The centrifuge should be operated by trained specialists only.
•The centrifuge is to be used for its intended purpose only.
•Plug the centrifuge only into sockets which have been properly
grounded.
•Do not move the centrifuge while it is running.
•Use only rotors and accessories for this centrifuge which have been
approved by Thermo Fisher Scientific. Exceptions to this rule are
commercially available glass or plastic centrifuge tubes, provided
they have been approved for the speed or the RCF value of the rotor.
•Do not use rotors which show any signs of corrosion and/or cracks.
Do not touch the electronic components of the rotor and do not
make any changes to the electronic or mechanical components.
•Use only with rotors which have been properly installed. Follow the
instructions on the Autolock in section “Rotor installation” on
page 4-5.
•Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly. Follow the
instructions given in the rotor manual.
•Never overload the rotor. Follow the instructions given in the rotor
manual.
•Never start the centrifuge when the lid is open.
•Never open the lid until the rotor has come to a complete stop and
this has been confirmed in the display.
•The lid emergency release may be used in emergencies only to
recover the samples from the centrifuge, e.g. during a power failure
(see section “Mechanical emergency lid release” on page 7-2).
•Never use the centrifuge if parts of its cover panels are damaged or
missing.
•Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge or alter
any electronic or mechanical components.
•Please observe the safety instructions.

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Please pay particular attention to the following aspects:
•Location: well-ventilated environment, set-up on a level and rigid sur-
face with adequate load-bearing capacity.
•Rotor installation: make sure the rotor is locked properly into place
before operating the centrifuge.
•Especially when working with corrosive samples (salt solutions, acids,
bases), the accessory parts and vessel have to be cleaned carefully.
•Always balance the samples.
Centrifuging hazardous substances:
•Do not centrifuge explosive or flammable materials or substances
which could react violently with one another.
•The centrifuge is neither inert nor protected against explosion.
Never use the centrifuge in an explosion-prone environment.
•Do not centrifuge inflammable substances.
•Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic
micro-organisms without suitable safety precautions.
When centrifuging microbiological samples from the Risk Group II
(according to the "Laboratory Bio-safety Manual" of the World
Health Organization WHO), aerosol-tight biological seals have to
be used.
For materials in a higher risk group, extra safety measures have to be
taken.
•If toxins or pathogenic substances have gotten into the centrifuge or
its parts, appropriate disinfection measures have to be taken (see
“Disinfection” on page 6-4).
•Highly corrosive substances which can cause material damage and
impair the mechanical stability of the rotor, should only be centri-
fuged in corresponding protection tubes.
IF A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OCCURS, TURN OFF THE
POWER SUPPLY TO THE CENTRIFUGE AND LEAVE THE
AREA IMMEDIATELY.
Normal use
The centrifuge is to be used for separating materials of different density
or particle size suspended in a liquid.

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Maximum sample density at maximum speed: 1,2 g
cm3
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The symbol opposite refers to general hazards.
ATTENTION means that material damage could occur.
WARNING means that injuries or material damage or contamination could occur.
The symbol opposite refers to biological hazards.
Observe the information contained in the instruction manual to keep yourself and your
environment safe.

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