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5.3.2 Other Errors
Problem Major Causes Remedy
The instrument lid cannot be
opened.
Power was lost/interrupted during operation (due to
power failure, etc.).
Inspect power source, power plug and power switch.
The lid lock is released when the rotation speed goes
below ±50rpm after power restoration.
Instrument lid push button failure
Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
To remove specimen chambers, see “How to unlock the
lid mechanically during power outage”.
Faulty spring(s)
Worn bushing
The bowl lid cannot be opened.
The bowl lid is locked. Unlock the bowl lid.
The pressure inside the guard bowl is negative.
Warm the guard bowl and open the lid.
If the problem persists, contact Sakura Technical Support
or distributor.
Bowl lid lock/unlock mechanism failure
Warm the guard bowl and open the lid.
If the problem
persists, contact Sakura Technical Support
or distributor. Contact Sakura Technical Support or
The guard bowl is distorted.
Keys on the control panel do not
Faulty membrane switch
Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Control panel board failure
The power is not supplied.
Power supply facility failure
Check if power supply on the facility side is normal.
Faulty power cord
Confirm that the power cord is firmly plugged.
Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Switching power supply failure
Leakage in switching power supply
Blown fuse(s)
An electric shock occurred.
The grounding wire to the power input is disconnected.
Make sure that grounding wire is firmly connected.
Leakage in the power input area Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
The 7-segment display is broken
or flickering.
Poor cable contact
Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Control panel board failure
7-segment display malfunction
Controller board failure
LED indicator is not illuminated. Faulty membrane switch Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Error/warning/click sounds are
Control panel board failure Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Abnormal noise is heard.
The outer casing surface vibrates
abnormally.
Specimen chambers are not properly arranged in the
Always arrange the specimen chambers symmetrically.
Specimen volume in each specimen chamber is not even. Fill the specimen chambers evenly.
Eccentricity of motor shaft and/or spindle
Contact Sakura Technical Support or distributor.
Distortion of guard bowl and/or rotor
Improperly adjusted balance sensor
Loose mounting screws in each part
Improper instrument installation
Place the instrument on a sturdy laboratory table or