Original Instructions Rev.1.0 User Manual – Isa 25/ 42
Dismantling the rotor
1. Open the lid.
2. Remove the buckets from swing-out rotor.
3. Grab the wrench and place it onto the rotor nut.
4. Turn the wrench counterclockwise while holding the rotor
firmly.
5.Grab and lift the rotor with both hands once it’s unlocked.
6. Set the rotor on a flat surface or on one of AFI Centrifuge’s
rotor stand.
Limiting the duration of operation
The use of accessories and the rotors is limited in time to ensure the integrity of their mechanical strength.
These limits are marked on the accessories.
When a rotor reaches the end of its life, the warning message "02" appears : cf. § 5.8 Reminder messages.
Checking and testing accessories
Check that no trace of corrosion appears. Check also the absence of any mechanical
damage (traces of impact, corrosion, cracking), or wear on the rotor and bucket.
In order to ensure optimal performances, once the accessories have reached half of
their theoretical life time, we recommend inspecting them. This life time is different from one accessory to the other, and
the value is engraved on the accessory (i.e.: Max cycles: 55,000 means that the accessory has a theoretical life time of
55,000 cycles)
For safety reasons, the use of accessories that have reached the end of their life cycle is prohibited. These components
must be replaced.
Storage of accessories
Do not store the accessories on a wire rack. Oxidation build-up may appear and show premature wear of accessories
Annual maintenance
A periodic check of the centrifuge and accessories is required. Checks must also be carried out in accordance with the
regulations in force: Functional (lubrication of the drive shaft, the lock, readability of labels), security (continuity of the
protective ground connection, checking & maintenance of rotors and accessories) and centrifuge performance checks are
recommended at least once a year.
Replacement of consumables (grease, provided) :
Check that the grounding of the device is always properly secured by its power cable and the wall outlet it is connected to.
The operator is not authorized to access the internal part of the equipment. An AFI Centrifuge authorized technician will
ensure maintenance.
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