Sigma 2-16P User Manual

Operating Manual SIGMA 2-16P page 23 of 75
04/2007
4 Set-up and Connection
4.1 Unpacking the Centrifuge
• Open the cardboard box.
• Take out the box containing the accessories.
• Remove the upper foam cushion.
• Lift the centrifuge upwards with a lifting device or with a sufficient number of
people to lift it safely. When lifting or carrying the centrifuge, always reach
under the centrifuge from the side.
) Attention!
The centrifuge weighs approx. 33 kg!
Please retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the centrifuge.
4.1.1 Transport Safety Device
The transport safety device of the SIGMA 2-16K centrifuge consists of a foamed
plastic ring in the centrifuge chamber. It must be removed prior to start-up.
Procedure:
• Open the lid. To do so,
− use the emergency release of the lid (see
6.2.5, page 45) if the centrifuge
is not connected to the power supply
or
− connect the centrifuge to the power supply and press the lid key.
• Unscrew the rotor tie-down screw.
• Remove the foamed plastic ring from the rotor chamber, by lifting it carefully
on one side.
• Please retain the transport safety device for the possibility of the return of the
centrifuge.

Sigma 2-16P Specifications

General

Brand	Sigma
Model	2-16P
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English