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4.2.3.1 Continuous Operation Mode
During continuous run (∞) the centrifuge accelerates up to the set speed and the
run has to be terminated manually.
Activate “set“ in the time area using the left knob. Select ∞ by turning the right
knob and press the start-key to activate the continuous run.
Unlike the standard run mode the minutes are counted up. A sequence of bars
indicates the elapsed run time. One single bar at ∞ is indicating the continuous
run mode.
After 30 minutes the remaining run time is no longer displayed but the run
continues.
The continuous run is terminated by pressing the stop-key and the centrifuge
decelerates to a complete stop. The elapsed time is displayed in minutes.
The continuous run mode can be left by selecting a set value as well.
4.2.3.2 Short-Time Operation
There are two options: