Tulip NanoSpin User manual

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NanoSpin™
Instruction Manual
The Tulip Medical Products NanoSpin is
assembled in the USA and is intended for use as
a general purpose laboratory or operating room
centrifuge.
ADVANCED CLOSED-SYSTEM TISSUE PROCESSING
The Tulip NanoSpin centrifuge with angled 8-place rotor spins up to eight 10cc BD syringes. The NanoSpin is designed to
make it easy for you to separate adipose tissue in a completely closed system using Tulip Crowns™ along with 10cc BD
syringes. Once centrifuged, the syringes can be removed and used to expel infranatant and then your separated fat, ready for
use or further sizing.
Please note that only BD syringes are validated to work with the Tulip Nano System.
Your NanoSpin has 3 built-in pre-set programs. Program #1 is used to separate adipose. See Page 6 for more information on
pre-set programs.
Installation and Set-up
Includes:
1 NanoSpin Centrifuge 1 8-place rotor (installed) 8 Autoclavable-aluminum syringe sleeves
1 12v / 8amp AC power adapter 1 3-prong wall power cord
Read the instruction manual in full before operating. Store the operation instructions in a safe place, easily accessible by the
trained staff who will be operating the centrifuge.
1. Remove the NanoSpin from the shipping container and inspect for any possible shipping damage. If the centrifuge appears to be
damaged from shipping, please contact Tulip immediately and do not discard the container.
2. Read and fill out the warranty form online: http://www.lwscientific.com/warranty_form The warranty form documents your
purchase. Failure to complete the warranty form may void any warranty claims on the unit.

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3. Place the NanoSpin on a sturdy, level surface. Turn the lid latch to the UNLOCK position (“U”). Open to verify that there
are no loose objects or packing materials inside the chamber, and that the 8 large aluminum tube shields are in place
and seated in the angled 8-place rotor.
4. Verify the power switch on the front of the unit is in the OFF position. Connect the 3-prong wall power cable to the power
supply adapter, and then connect the power supply adapter to the back of the NanoSpin. Plug the power cable into an
approved and properly grounded outlet. Do not insert specimen syringes prior to the initial test run.
5. Close the lid. Turn the lid latch to the LOCKED position (“L”) and turn power switch ON. Adjust the speed to 3500rpm
and set the timer for 10 minutes. Initiate NanoSpin and press RUN. If there is a smooth whirring sound and the unit
accelerates with little or no vibration, your NanoSpin centrifuge is ready to operate. If there are loud, unusual sounds
or if you experience excessive vibration, immediately turn the unit off. DO NOT OPERATE. Contact your distributor
or Tulip Medical Products.
Loading and Operating
This symbol refers to hazards that may be encountered when using this product.
CAUTION means that damage to product or environment could occur
WARNING means that injury or contamination could occur
1. The anodized 10cc syringe sleeves are designed to hold crowned and capped 10cc BD syringes. Make sure
syringe caps are installed and Tulip Crowns™ are secured prior to loading the syringes into the NanoSpin.
Insert/Slide syringes into sleeves. Never force a syringe into the syringe sleeve. The syringe sleeves are
designed to hold 10cc BD syringes.
For detailed instructions on the Tulip Crown System, please reference the Tulip Crown Quick Start Guide,
(included) or found at www.tulipmedical.com/getstarted. If you do not have the proper Tulip Crowns™, contact Tulip
Medical Products at: [email protected] or call 1.858.270.5900
2. Spin only balanced loads. Make sure that the sleeves contain equal weight. Weigh the loaded syringes and make
sure they are equal in weight. Syringes of equal weight and size should be placed opposite each other as pictured
below. Use water-filled syringes for balance, if necessary. Proper sample balancing will improve sample separation
and will extend the life of the NanoSpin. Out of balance loads may wobble, create excess noise, break or damage
the NanoSpin. Please refer to the examples below.
3. After each run cycle has ended, the lid must be opened and closed before the next cycle is run. This allows for re-loading
and re-balancing of each load.
WARNING: Always ensure rotor is secure before each use!
DO NOT OPEN WHILE SPINNING!

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The following instructions describe the touchscreen Graphical User Interface (GUI) usage for the Tulip NanoSpin Centrifuge.
Upon plugging in the unit and flipping the red power switch to ON, the touch screen will activate and display the Home Page.
The various display pages are noted throughout the Touch Screen Operation Instructions and refer to corresponding
sections. It is recommended to refer to these sections for guidance.
1. Home Page
The Home Page shows the following sections:
Idling at the Home Page for 60 seconds will activate the sleep screen. Touching the screen or unlocking/locking the lid will
return the user to the Home Page.
Run Button:
The status of the lid (LOCK or UNLOCK) is displayed at the top of the screen.
When the lid latch is in the UNLOCK position, the Run Button will display red RUN text and a red open symbol. Attempting
to press the Run Button at this stage will cause the unit to not run and instead display the Error Page. Pressing the Error
Button will return the user to the Home Page.
To prepare the centrifuge for use, set the lid to the LOCK position. The Run Button will display green RUN text and a green
closed symbol. Pressing the Run Button at this stage will begin centrifuge operation with the currently active time and RPM
settings and display the Running Page.
Preset Buttons
The currently active preset is highlighted. Selecting a different preset will highlight the selected preset and change the Time
and RPM to the corresponding settings. Entering Centrifuge Settings Page will cause the currently active preset to be
deselected. Any changes made through the Centrifuge Settings Page will be reflected in the Time and RPM until a preset is
reselected or the unit is power cycled.
To Set Time and RPM
The current centrifugation time and RPM parameters are displayed at the bottom of the screen. Pressing the Time or RPM
buttons will display the Centrifuge Settings Page.

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2. Running Page
The Running Page shows the following sections:
Current RPM
Displays the Current RPM. The
Current RPM updates as the rotor
accelerates or decelerates.
Acceleration
Displays whether the motor is accelerating or decelerating. When the motor reaches the desired RPM, this section is replaced
with the Display Timer.
Display Timer
Displays the remaining time, counting down from the set starting time, after the centrifuge reaches the RPM.
When the Display Timer reaches 00:00, the motor begins deceleration until coming to a complete stop. The “Done” screen
will display.
Back Arrow Button
Pressing the Back Arrow Button during acceleration or Display Timer countdown will begin deceleration until the motor comes
to a complete stop. The “Done” screen will display.
To exit the Running Page and return to the Home Page, press the Back Arrow Button when the “Done” screen is displayed.

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3. Centrifuge Settings Page
The Centrifuge Settings Page shows the following sections:
The Centrifuge Settings Page allows
the user to set a specific time and RPM without changing a preset default. Reselecting a preset or power cycling the unit will
cause the changes made in Centrifuge Settings Page to be lost.
To Set Time and RPM
To increase or decrease the Time, press the + or - button respectively. The maximum/minimum time is 60:00/00:15.
To increase or decrease the RPM, press the + or - button respectively. The maximum/minimum RPM is 3500/500.
Press and hold the + or - buttons to continuously change the Time or RPM in increments.
Back Arrow Button
To save any changes made to the Time and RPM, exit the Centrifuge Settings Page, and return to the Home Page, press
the Back Arrow Button.
Next Page Button
To enter Centrifuge Additional Settings Page, press the Next Page Button.

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4. Centrifuge Additional Settings Page
Program Presets (P1, P2, P3, P4)
To change the default Time and RPM values of a preset, press the corresponding program preset button. Changes made to
preset defaults will remain unless preset defaults are reset.
Reset Preset Defaults Icon
To reset all changes made to the preset defaults, press the reset preset defaults icon.
Selecting “Yes” on the following confirmation window will reset all preset settings to their default values:
Information Icon
To enter the Diagnostics Page, press the information icon.
Back Arrow Button
To return to the Home Page, press the Back Arrow Button.
Previous Page Button
To return to the Centrifuge Settings Page, press the Previous Page Button
PRESET
TIME (MINUTES)
RPM
APPLICATIONS
P1
3:00
2800
Adipose Separation
P2
12:00
1800
Blood Plasma PPP
P3
08:00
1800
Blood Plasma PRP
P4
Open

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5. Programming Page - For programming the presets (P1, P2, P3, P4)
The Programming Page shows the following sections:
There is a Programming Page for each preset (P1, P2, P3, P4). The Programming Page can be entered by selecting a
preset on the Centrifuge Additional Settings Page.
To Set Time and RPM
To increase or decrease the Time, press the + or - button respectively. The maximum/minimum time is 60:00/00:15.
To increase or decrease the RPM, press the + or - button respectively. The maximum/minimum RPM is 3500/500.
Press and hold the + or - buttons to continuously change the Time or RPM in increments.
Changes made to the Time and RPM in the Programming Page are NOT reset after the unit is turned off and on again.
Back Arrow Button
To save any changes made to the Time and RPM, exit the Centrifuge Settings Page, and return to the Home Page, press
the Back Arrow Button.
3:00
1800

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6. Diagnostics Page
To enter the Diagnostics Page, press the information icon on the bottom right corner of the Centrifuge Additional Page
Settings.
The Diagnostics Page, displays the following sections:
To exit the Diagnostics Page and return to the Home Page, press the screen.

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7. Error Page
The Error Page shows the following sections:
Improper usage of the unit will cause the interface to display the Error Page.
Error Message
Displays the method to resolve the error.
Error Button
Pressing the error button will return the display to the Home Page.
ERROR
MESSAGE
CAUSE
Overspeed
Aborted. Motor over max speed.
Unit accelerates beyond acceptable RPM.
Acceleration
Aborted. Motor not accelerating.
Unit cannot accelerate to set RPM.
Lid UNLOCK
PLEASE CLOSE LID
Aborted. Please close lid (if running)
Please close lid (try to run with open)
Lid unlocked during run.
Start
CANNOT BEGIN WHILE ROTOR IS SPINNING.
Attempting to start run while rotor is spinning.

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Cleaning, Maintenance & Sterilization
NanoSpin Centrifuge
With proper care and maintenance, the NanoSpin centrifuge will provide years of service. Please follow these recommended
guidelines:
1. Motor and electrical maintenance: The NanoSpin utilizes a PMDC motor and its bearings are permanently lubricated.
It should not need servicing for the life of the centrifuge. Likewise, the electrical components were designed for high
reliability and should not need regular service. However, if repairs should be needed, please contact LW Scientific.
Contact LW Scientific at: 770-270-1394 or Support.lwscientific.com
2. Never force a syringe into the syringe sleeve. The syringe sleeves are designed to hold 10cc BD syringes.
The NanoSpin utilizes a PMDC motor and its bearings are permanently lubricated. It should not need
servicing for the life of the NanoSpin. Likewise, the electrical components were designed for high reliability
and should not need regular service. However, if repairs should be needed, please contact LW Scientific.
Because of the safety issues with high g-forces in the NanoSpin, it is recommended that rotors and syringe
sleeves be inspected every 6 months for corrosion and fatigue. If there is any indication of wear, the rotor
and sleeves should be removed from service. Contact LW Scientific for return instructions of rotor and
sleeves for evaluation by a technician for repair and replacement. It is also recommended that after 2 years
of service, rotors and syringe sleeves be returned to LW Scientific for inspection. Following these
procedures will ensure product quality and ensure laboratory/operating room safety.
Sleeves & Tulip Crowns
1. Clean and sterilize syringe sleeves according to Tulip Reusable Instruments Instructions for Use (included) or
www.tulipmedical.com/getstarted. Use only 10cc BD syringes with syringe caps and the 10cc BD Tulip Crowns.
2. Keep the syringe sleeves clean. If fluid leakage occurs, safely dispose of the fluid and thoroughly clean and
disinfect the inside and outside of the syringe sleeve per Tulip Reusable IFU.
Additional syringe sleeves are available for purchase from Tulip Medical Products.
Syringe Caps
1. The syringe caps are intended to be single use. Please dispose of the caps after use.
Additional syringe caps are available for purchase from Tulip Medical Products.

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Specifications
Maximum nominal: 3,500 RPM (+10% -5%)
Maximum nominal RCF: 1,534g
Max. Volume (8-Place Rotor): 120ml
Max Power: 12V, 8.0A
Height: 9.5 inches
Width: 11 inches
Weight: 9.5 lbs.
Boxed Dimensions: 13.5 x 12 x 15 inches
Boxed Weight: 12 lbs.
The Tulip NanoSpin is intended for use as a general
purpose laboratory and operating room centrifuge.
G- Force
Quality
Built for Tulip Medical Products by:
LW Scientific
865 Marathon Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
[e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
RCF
(g’s)
Radius
(mm)
RPM
31
112
500
80
112
800
125
112
1000
180
112
1200
245
112
1400
282
112
1500
321
112
1600
406
112
1800
501
112
2000
606
112
2200
721
112
2400
846
112
2600
982
112
2800
1127
112
3000
1282
112
3200
1364
112
3300
1450
112
3400
1534
112
3500