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Beckman Coulter Optima XE Series User Manual

Beckman Coulter Optima XE Series
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PN B07711AA
May 2011
User Guide
Optima XE Series
Preparative Ultracentrifuges
For non-In Vitro Diagnostic Use
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Beckman Coulter Optima XE Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
User InterfaceTouchscreen
Frequency50/60 Hz
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Power RequirementsVaries by model
Maximum Speed100, 000 rpm
Maximum RCF802, 000 x g
ProgrammingYes
Voltage200-240 V
Control PanelTouchscreen LCD
TypePreparative Ultracentrifuge

Summary

Safety and Notices

Alerts and Signal Words

Defines Danger, Warning, Caution, Important, and Note signal words for hazard communication.

General Safety Precautions

Covers general safety, information, installation, and service guidelines for safe operation.

Component & Environmental Safety

Details safety for power, fuses, mechanical, chemical, liquid handling, and environmental compliance.

Instrument Identification and Compliance

Explains instrument labels, symbols, certifications, and radio interference.

Instrument Description

Instrument Overview and Intended Use

Describes the Optima XE centrifuge's purpose and general features.

Key Components and Systems

Details major parts like touch screen, rotor chamber, vacuum, and drive systems.

Integrated Safety Features

Outlines essential safety mechanisms like door interlock, imbalance detection, and overspeed protection.

Technical Specifications and Data

Provides detailed specs on speed, time, temperature, physical dimensions, electrical, and environmental requirements.

Touch Screen Interface

Screen Layout and Navigation Elements

Identifies main screen areas (Header, Footer, Display) and navigation buttons.

Header Bar Functionality

Details the purpose of Home, Menu, Status, and Help buttons within the header.

Footer Bar Controls and Displays

Explains Start, Stop, Vacuum, System Name, and Accel/Decel controls in the footer.

Accessing and Using Help Information

Guides on how to access and utilize the instrument's built-in help system.

Instrument Operations

Performing a Manual Run

Step-by-step instructions for setting parameters and starting a standard centrifuge run.

Zonal and Continuous Flow Procedures

Detailed guide for advanced Zonal and Continuous Flow operations, including preparation and execution.

Instrument Control Interface

Home Page and Basic Settings

Overview of the Home Page, displaying current run status and settings for speed, time, and temperature.

Parameter Setup Pages

Details on setting speed, time, temperature, and acceleration/deceleration profiles for a run.

Specialized Operation Modes

Covers authorization and operation of Zonal and Continuous Flow modes.

System Configuration and Resources

Accessing system options, language, date/time, sound, catalogs, and diagnostic history.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Routine Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning instrument surfaces, rotor chamber, and O-ring.

Decontamination and Sterilization

Procedures for safely decontaminating and sterilizing the instrument.

Error Handling and Diagnostics

Understanding instrument error messages, diagnostics, and user alerts.

Power Failure Recovery and Storage

Steps to retrieve samples after power failure and guidelines for storage and transport.

Preinstallation Requirements

Installation Site Preparation

Requirements for instrument installation including space, safety, ventilation, and temperature.

Electrical System Requirements

Details power supply, wiring, grounding, and circuit protection for safe operation.

Special Warranty Information

General Warranty Coverage

Terms and conditions of the product warranty, including replacement policy.

Drive Unit Specific Warranty

Details the warranty coverage specifically for the instrument's drive system.

Diagnostics and Error Codes

Understanding Diagnostic Messages

Explains the meaning of diagnostic messages and their severity.

User Message Troubleshooting Chart

Provides a comprehensive list of error codes and recommended corrective actions.

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