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Sigma 3-18KS PDF
Sigma 3-18KS PDF
Sigma 3-18KS PDF
Refrigerated Centrifuge
3-18KS
Spincontrol S
sb
From serial no. 146139
Version 08/2012
Rev. 1.0 of 15/08/2012
3-18KS; ;Spincontrol S
Order number:
Serial number:
© Copyright by
Sigma Laborzentrifugen GmbH
An der Unteren Söse 50
37520 Osterode am Harz
Germany
For service:
Please use our service request online:
www.sigma-zentrifugen.de [Service Area]
Table of contents
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General information
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1 General information
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1 General information
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1.4 Copyright
The copyright concerning the operating manual remains with
Sigma Laborzentrifugen GmbH.
The operating manual is solely intended for the operator and their
personnel. It includes instructions and information that must not be
• duplicated,
• distributed, or
• communicated in any other way.
Non-compliance may be prosecuted under criminal law.
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Documentation
Operating manual incl. EC Declaration of Conformity
Accessories
According to your order, our order confirmation, and your delivery note.
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1 Lid
2 User interface
(see chapter 6.3.1 -
"User interface")
3 Mains switch
4 Name plate
(see chapter 2.1.2 -
"Name plate")
5 Mains power input
6 Equipotential
bonding screw
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1 Manufacturer and
registered office
2 Type
3 Serial number
4 Max. speed
5 Max. kinetic energy
6 Max.density
7 Nominal voltage
8 Input fuse
9 Symbol for special
disposal (see chapter
9 - "Disposal")
10 CE mark in compliance
with the directive
2006/42/EC
11 Part number
12 Year of manufacture
13 Power consumption
Fig. 3: Example of a name plate
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Das
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2.2.2.2 Density
The information concerning the speed of rotors and accessories refers to
liquids with a density that is lower than 1.2 g/cm3. If the density is above
this value, the maximum permissible speed of the centrifuge is reduced
based on the following formula:
n = nmax x (1,2 / Rho)
Rho = density in g/cm3
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3 Safety
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3 Safety
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Ein (Netzverbindung)
I On (Power)
Marche (mise sous tension)
Aus (Netzverbindung)
0 Off (Power)
Arrêt (mise hors tension)
Schutzleiteranschluss
Protective earth (ground)
Raccord à la terre
Erde
Earth (ground)
Terre
Netzstecker ziehen
Unplug the mains plug
Débrancher la prise
Vorsicht Quetschgefahr
Caution! Risk of bruising
Attention ! Risque de blessure
Drehrichtungspfeil
Arrow indicating the direction of rotation
Flèche de sens de rotation
Heiße Oberfläche
Hot surface
Surface chaude
3 Safety
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This symbol stands for a direct hazard to the life and health of persons.
This symbol stands for a direct hazard to the life and health of persons
due to electrical voltage.
This symbol stands for a potential hazard to the life and health of persons.
3 Safety
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3 Safety
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3 Safety
• Prior to any start-up, check the centrifuge, rotor, and accessories for
signs of damage that can be discerned from the outside. Special
attention must be paid to all of the rubber parts (e.g. motor cover, lid
seal, and adapters) in terms of visible structural changes. Defective
WARNING parts must be replaced immediately.
• Open the centrifuge when it is not in use so that moisture can
evaporate.
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3 Safety
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3 Safety
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• Refer to the table of rotors and accessories with a different service life
(see chapter 11.4 - "Table of rotors and accessories with a different
service life")!
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3 Safety
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3 Safety
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Height: 355 mm
Width: 630 mm
Depth: 600 mm
Weight: 78 kg
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CAUTION
• For transport, use suitable packaging and, if at all possible, the original
packaging (see chapter 4.4 - "Packaging").
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4.4 Packaging
The centrifuge is packaged in a wooden crate.
• After taking off the lid, remove the side panels.
• Remove the packaging material.
• Lift the centrifuge upwards with a lifting device to lift it safely. When
lifting the centrifuge, always reach under the centrifuge from the side.
CAUTION
• Retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the centrifuge.
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The transport safety device must be removed prior to start-up because the
screws lock the motor bearings!
CAUTION
Removal
• Open the lid by pressing the lid key. If the centrifuge is not connected to
the power supply, use the emergency release of the lid (see chapter
7.1.1 - "Emergency lid release").
• Remove the foamed plastic piece (see figure, item 1) from the rotor
chamber, by lifting it carefully on one side.
• Retain the transport safety device for the possibility of the return of the
centrifuge.
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5.2.1 Connection
The operating voltage on the name plate must correspond to the local
supply voltage!
DANGER
SIGMA laboratory centrifuges are units of safety class I. The centrifuges of
the type 3-18KS have a three-wire power cord with an IEC C13 connector.
They are equipped with temperature fuses..
• Switch the unit off by actuating the mains power switch.
• If they have tripped, let the fuses cool for approximately 2 minutes.
• Switch the unit on. The fuses are reactivated.
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• Before the initial start-up, please ensure that your centrifuge is properly
set up and installed (see chapter 5 - "Set-up and connection").
DANGER
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Do not place your fingers between the lid and the housing when closing
the lid. Risk of crushing!
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Once a day or after 20 cycles, the rotor tie-down screw must be loosened
by some turns, and the rotor must be lifted and fastened again. This
ensures a proper connection between the rotor and the motor shaft.
WARNING
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1 Rotor tie-down
screw
2 Lid
3 Rotor
Fig. 6: Permissible loading of the swing-out rotor with different tube sizes
Fig. 7: Permissible loading of a swing-out rotor (left side) and of an angle rotor
with low capacity
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6.2.2.4 Adapters
In order to ensure easy handling, even if vessels of various sizes are used,
carrier systems were developed.
• Load the opposite adapters with the same number of vessels and with
the same weights in order to avoid imbalance.
• If all of the compartments of a carrier are not used, the buckets must be
loaded evenly. Loading the edges of a bucket only is not permissible.
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6.2.2.5 Tubes
• Load the tubes outside of the centrifuge. Liquids in the buckets or
multiple carriers cause corrosion .
• Fill the tubes carefully and arrange them according to their weight.
Imbalances result in the excessive wear of the bearings.
• In high-speed angle rotors, the vessels must be filled up to their useful
volume (= the volume stated for the vessel). If the vessels are only
partially filled, they will deform. This may result in leaks at the seals that
may become loose.
• When using glass tubes, the maximum value of 4,000 x g must not be
exceeded (except special high-strength glass tubes; please refer to the
information provided by the manufacturer).
• Follow the safety instructions and hazard warnings (see chapter 3 -
"Safety")!
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1 Start key
2 Display
3 Function knob
4 Stop key
5 Lid key
Display
The centrifuge display has the following display fields:
1 Menu bar
2 Speed field
3 RCF field
4 Rotor field
5 Program field
6 Status bar
7 Temperature field
8 Runtime field
9 Acceleration curve
10 Deceleration curve
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Quick stop
• Press the stop key for more than three seconds.
The centrifuge decelerates with the maximum deceleration curve.
After a quick stop, the centrifuge lid must be opened before a new
centrifugation run can be started.
A quick stop can also be triggered during a normal deceleration, e.g. in
order to speed up the deceleration.
When a quick stop is triggered, “Quick stop” will be displayed in the speed
field.
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Speed
In the upper section of the field, the set speed of the centrifuge is displayed.
The actual speed is displayed below this value. The values are stated in
revolutions per minute (rpm) and depend on the RCF values (see chapter
2.2.2.1 - "Speed, radius, and relative centrifugal force"). The maximum
speed values depend on the rotor that is used.
Temperature
The set temperature is displayed in the upper section of the field, with the
current rotor chamber temperature shown below. Temperatures between
-20 °C and +40 °C can be preselected.
Runtime
The set runtime is displayed in the upper section of this field, with the
remaining runtime shown below. The runtime is defined as the period from
the start of the centrifuge to the beginning of the deceleration phase. The
maximum value is 99 h 59 min 59 sec.
In the "Setup" menu, one can specify that the counting of the runtime is not
to be started until the set speed is reached (see chapter 6.3.2.7 - "Setup
menu"). In this case, the symbol " !" appears in the runtime field.
Continuous run
During the continuous run, the runtime of the centrifuge is unlimited and
must be stopped manually. The centrifuge accelerates during the
continuous run until the set speed is reached.
• Select the field "Runtime" and confirm the selection. The display flashes
when it is activated.
• Turn the function knob from the time 0:00:10 anti-clockwise or from the
time 99:59:59 clockwise. "Infinite" will be displayed. After the start of the
centrifuge, the elapsed time will be displayed.
• Deactivate the continuous run by pressing the stop key or by entering a
specific runtime.
Short run
A short run can be started if no run is active.
• Keep the start key pressed during the short run.
During the short run, the centrifuge accelerates with the maximum
acceleration curve 9 until the maximum speed of the rotor is reached. The
runtime is counted and in the speed field the message "Short run" flashes.
When the start key is released, the centrifuge decelerates to a standstill
based on the maximum deceleration curve.
NOTE
Fig. 11: Rotor selection list, here with potential rotor-bucket combinations
and additional information
Program "RAPID_TEMP"
Precooling at a standstill may distort the measurement results and
subsequently cause increased wear of the mechanical components. This is
why the centrifuge has a special program that precools the centrifuge
rapidly under defined conditions:
• Select the option “Progr” in the “Standard” menu and confirm the
selection. The program list will be displayed.
• Select the program "RAPID TEMP" on the program list and confirm the
selection. The display shows of the maximum rotor speed and the
corresponding RCF value. The deceleration (brake) and acceleration
curves correspond to curve 9 and the runtime field indicates “infinite”
(continuous run).
The program will only be loaded if the actual temperature is above the set
temperature.
NOTE
• Press the start button in order to start the rapid cooling process.
• During the rapid cooling process, the set temperature can be modified
within the range below the actual temperature.
The current status of the program will be displayed on the status bar.
The “RAPID_TEMP“ program will be stopped under the following
conditions:
• The set value is reached. In this case, the “RAPID_TEMP” program
stops with a sound signal and the standstill cooling will be activated.
• The stop button is pressed. The “RAPID_TEMP” program will be
stopped prematurely. No message will be issued when the set
temperature is reached.
• A parameter is changed (except for the temperature) or another input is
made. In this case, the “RAPID_TEMP” program will be aborted. No
message will be issued when the set temperature is reached.
After the stop, the previous program will be reloaded or the changed
parameters will be adopted as the new settings.
NOTE
Acceleration
This function is used to select an acceleration curve. One can select a
linear rise (curves 0-9) or a quadratic rise (curves 10-19). The acceleration
curves 20-29 can be programmed as desired.
Their shape is explained in detail in (see chapter 11.3 - "Acceleration and
deceleration curves").
Deceleration (Brake)
This function is used in order to select a curve that decelerates the
centrifuge to a standstill. Deceleration curves are inverted images of the
acceleration curves and are labelled with identical numbers. Deceleration
curve no. 0 represents a brakeless deceleration.
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Process
Standstill cooling
Depending on the substances to be centrifuged, it may make sense to
precool the centrifuge. The precooling prevents the cooled samples in the
uncooled centrifuge from heating up to an inadmissible temperature.
If the standstill cooling is activated, the centrifuge starts to precool after it is
switched on. In the runtime field, the symbol " " is displayed. The lid must
be closed.
Unmoved air in the rotor chamber distorts the measuring and control
behaviour and causes the compressor to freeze over. At temperatures
below 0°C, aqueous liquids will freeze, making sedimentation impossible.
• Ensure that the rotor temperatured does not fall below 0 °C if it is at a
CAUTION standstill!
Radius
The radius determines the value of the relative centrifugal force (RCF) that
the sample is subjected to. Normally, the maximum RCF value is displayed.
If the value is reduced manually, a downward facing arrow ( ) will be
displayed in the RCF field.
Density
This setting is useful for glass vessels. If the density of the liquid to be
centrifuged is higher than 1.2 g/cm3, the value must be adapted manually.
This will reduce the maximum possible final speed (see chapter 2.2.2.2 -
"Density"). A downward facing arrow ( ) will be displayed in the speed
field. Values between 1,2 and 10.0 g/cm3 are possible.
Centrifugation monitoring
The centrifugation monitoring function enables the continuous monitoring of
the speed and runtime parameters during the centrifugation.
• Activate the centrifugation monitoring function by clicking.
NOTE
Temperature monitoring
The control system includes a temperature monitoring function. If the set
temperature difference with regard to the set value deviates from the actual
temperature difference, this function will stop the centrifuge and issue an
error message.
• Select the temperature monitoring function and confirm the selection.
• Set the desired threshold "delta T" in steps of 1°C or 1°F and confirm
the selection.
If the temperature monitoring function is active, the symbol is displayed
in the temperature field of the Standard menu.
In this case, the centrifuge can only be started if the current temperature in
the window is between the preset temperature in the Standard menu and
the threshold value "delta T".
If the temperature leaves this window during the centrifugation run, an error
message will be displayed and the centrifuge will be decelerated to a
complete standstill.
Lock
In order to prevent any unauthorised use of the centrifuge, the following
functions can be blocked:
• Saving of programs
• Changing of parameters
• Loading of programs
• Start key
Blocking a function
• Select the function that is to be blocked. The preceding functions will
also be automatically selected (example: If the Parameter function is
selected, the Save function will also be selected).
• Select the button "Activate code".
• Enter a four-digit code and confirm the entry.
The blocking is now active. A padlock symbol " " will be displayed in the
status line.
If changes are made to a blocked function, the system will ask for the code
prior to executing the change.
Unblocking a function
• Select the button "Deactivate code".
• Enter the code and confirm the entry.
The function is now unblocked.
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Function
Open lid after run
The automatic lid opening function must be activated so that the lid opens
automatically at the end of the operation.
When the lid is open, the cooling is not active. The samples may warm up!
CAUTION
Program rotation
See chapter 6.3.3.4 - "Automatic program rotation"
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3-18KS
Start delay
If the start delay function is active, the centrifuge will not start until the
preset time has elapsed. The symbol " " will be displayed in the runtime
field.
Display
Temperature unit
• Select between °C (Celsius) and °F (Fahrenheit).
Language
Various languages are available.
If a language is selected by mistake, it can be changed on any screen as
follows:
• Press and hold the stop key.
• Turn the function knob one notch to the left and then one notch to the
right.
• Release the stop key. The window "Language" will be displayed.
• Select the desired language.
Regardless of the fine adjustment, the step size increases when the
function knob is turned quickly.
NOTE
Invert
If this function is activated, the display switches from the standard setting
with a bright background and dark writing to a dark background with bright
writing.
System
Cycles
This field shows the number of cycles as well as the runtime of the rotor
and buckets that are currently being used.
Info
This menu provides information on the software versions that are used in
this centrifuge.
Sensor
The sensor mode is reserved for service personnel.
In the menus "Cycles", "Info", and "Sensor", the values can neither be
entered nor changed.
NOTE
Name
In this menu, the identification name of the centrifuge will be defined.
• The characters can be entered when the cursor flashes in the text field.
Turn the function knob in order to select a character and press it to
confirm the selection. Then, press the knob again in order to enter the
next character. Pressing the arrow button will delete the last
character. The maximum number of characters is 19.
• When the name is complete, select the option "Accept" and confirm it.
Buzzer
In this menu, an acoustic/optical signal can be selected for
• the end of a centrifugation run
• an imbalance message
• an error message.
The duration of the buzzer signal can be specified.
External
This function is only available if the centrifuge is equipped with the option
for the input and output of data (external signal, floating switch) (see
chapter 6.3.3.5 - "Options for data input and output").
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NOTE
NOTE
Restrictions
• Deceleration and acceleration curves may include intervals with a
positive slope as well as with a zero slope.
• The slope of the curve intervals may be between 1 rpm/sec and
1000 rpm/sec maximum.
• Square curve intervals are only possible between 0 and 1000 rpm max.
If the selected final speed is higher than 1000 rpm, this interval will
automatically turn into a linear one above 1000 rpm.
• The possible runtime depends on the maximum possible speed
(depending on the rotor) and the slope limitation.
Example 1: Start speed 0 rpm, final speed 100 rpm, a runtime of 1 hour
is not possible since the required slope is < 0.03 rpm and, therefore, is
outside of the defined range.
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The current program is loaded and can be started. After the end of the run,
the next program will be loaded and started automatically. The rotation
ends with the first empty location and restarts from the beginning:
Example 1: Loading of Test1
Rotation: Test1, Test2, Test3, Test1,...
Example 2: Loading of Test2
Rotation: Test2, Test3, Test2,...
While the program rotation is active, an arrow is displayed in the program
field of the standard menu (see figure below).
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1
depending on the centrifuge type, partially standard
Error messages can be eliminated by pressing the lid key. The error itself
will not be eliminated, but the centrifuge can be operated again.
NOTE
No indication on the display No power in the mains supply Check fuse in the mains supply
Centrifuge cannot be started: The lid lock is not closed correctly Open and close the lid. If the error
lid key LED flashes occurs again, contact service
Centrifuge decelerates during Brief mains power failure Press start key in order to restart the
operation centrifuge
Centrifuge decelerates during – Improper loading Balance load and restart the
operation, imbalance dialog box is – Centrifuge is inclined centrifuge. If the error occurs again,
displayed contact service(see chapter 7.1.1 -
– Drive problem "Emergency lid release")
– Centrifuge was moved during run
– Ungreased load- bearing bolts Clean and grease load- bearing bolts
Lid seal sticks Clean the lid seal and apply talcum
powder
Temperature value cannot be reached Condenser dirty (only air-cooled units) Clean the condenser. If the error
(only for refrigerated centrifuges) occurs again, contact service
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Fig. 25: Position of the opening for the emergency lid release
• First, pull the red string to release the mechanism and then unlock the
lid lock by pulling the white string.
• Then, reinsert the plug and quit the error message by switching the
centrifuge off/on. Approximately 10 seconds after quitting the lid can be
closed again.
WARNING
If the lid is opened via the emergency lid release system during a centrifuge
run, the centrifuge will be switched off immediately and decelerate in an
unbraked manner.
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1-9 System error • Allow to slow down All these errors stop the
• Power off/on centrifuge or cause it to
decelerate brakeless
30-39 EEPROM error • Allow to slow down With error 34, 35, and 36, the
• Power off/on centrifuge will stop;
with error 37 and 38 only an
error message will be given
50-59 Lid error • Press lid key With error 50 and 51, the
• Close lid centrifuge will stop
• Remove foreign matter from the opening
of the lid lock device
80-89 Parameter error • Power off With error 83, error message
• Allow to cool down only
• Provide for better ventilation
From Germany:
• Use the service request form at
www.sigma-zentrifugen.de [Service Area]
• or contact
Outside Germany:
Contact our agency in your country. All agencies are listed at
www.sigma-zentrifugen.de [Contacts] [Foreign agencies]
• If you would like to utilise our service, please state the type of your
centrifuge and its serial number.
• Please use the request on our website (see above).
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CAUTION
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8.1 Maintenance
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8.1.1 Centrifuge
• Unplug the mains power plug before cleaning.
• Carefully remove all liquids, including water and particularly all the
solvents, acids, and alkaline solutions from the rotor chamber using a
cloth in order to avoid damage to the motor bearings.
• If the centrifuge has been contaminated with toxic, radioactive, or
pathogenic substances, clean the rotor chamber immediately with a
suitable decontamination agent (depending on the type of
contamination).
Take suitable precautions for your own safety if there is a risk of toxic,
radioactive, or pathogenic contamination.
WARNING
• Grease the motor shaft slightly after cleaning (grease for load-bearing
bolts part no. 70284).
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8.1.2 Accessories
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In the case of glass breakage, immediately remove all glass particles (e.g.
with a vacuum cleaner). Replace the rubber cushions since even thorough
cleaning will not remove all glass particles.
CAUTION
Glass particles will damage the surface coating (e.g. anodising) of the
buckets, which will then lead to corrosion.
Glass particles in the rubber cushions of the buckets will cause glass
breakage again.
Glass particles on the pivot bearing of the load- bearing bolts prevent the
buckets and carriers from swinging evenly, which will cause an imbalance.
Glass particles in the rotor chamber will cause metal abrasion due to the
strong air circulation. This metal dust will not only pollute the rotor chamber,
rotor, and materials to be centrifuged but also damage the surfaces of the
accessories, rotors, and rotor chamber.
In order to completely remove the glass particles and metal dust from
the rotor chamber:
• Grease the upper third of the rotor chamber with e.g. Vaseline.
• Then, let the rotor rotate for a few minutes at a moderate speed
(approx. 2000 rpm). The glass and metal particles will now collect at the
greased part.
• Remove the grease with the glass and metal particles with a cloth.
• If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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• Check the condenser at least once a month for dirt and clean it if
necessary.
• If you have any queries, please contact service (see chapter 7.3 -
"Service contact").
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8.2.1 Autoclaving
The service life of the accessories essentially depends on the frequency of
autoclaving and use.
• Replace the accessories immediately when the parts show changes in
colour or structure or in the occurrence of leaks etc.
• During autoclaving, the caps of the tubes must not be screwed on in
order to avoid the deformation of the tubes.
It cannot be excluded that plastic parts, e.g. lids or carriers, may deform
during autoclaving.
NOTE
Accessories Max. temp. (°C) Min. time Max. time Max. cycles
8.3 Service
In the event of service work that requires the removal of the panels, there
is a risk of electric shock or mechanical injury. Only qualified specialist
personnel is authorised to perform this service work.
DANGER
The centrifuge is subject to high mechanical stress. In order to be able to
withstand this high level of stress, high-quality components were used
during the production of the centrifuge. Nevertheless, wear cannot be
excluded and it may not be visible from the outside. Especially the rubber
parts that are – among other things – part of the motor suspension, are
subject to ageing.
This is why we recommend having the centrifuge checked by the
manufacturer during an inspection once per year in the operating state and
once every three years in the dismantled state. Rubber parts should be
replaced after three years or a maximum of 15,000 cycles.
Outside Germany:
Contact our agency in your country. All agencies are listed at
www.sigma-zentrifugen.de [Contacts] [Foreign agencies]
• If you would like to utilise our service, please state the type of your
centrifuge and its serial number.
• Please use the request form on our website (see above).
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1. Declaration of decontamination
As a certified company and due to the legal regulations for the
protection of our employees and of the environment, we are obliged to
certify the harmlessness of all incoming goods. For this purpose, we
require a declaration of decontamination.
• The form must be filled in completely and signed by authorised and
specialised personnel only.
• Affix the original form in a clearly visible manner to the outside of the
packaging.
NOTE
• Please note on the form if you would like to receive a cost estimate.
Cost estimates are only prepared upon request and against charge.
If an order is placed, these charges will be offset.
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9 Disposal
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10 Technical data
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10 Technical data
Manufacturer Sigma Laborzentrifugen GmbH
An der Unteren Söse 50
37520 Osterode (Germany)
Type: 3-18KS
Connection requirements
Electr. connection: see name plate
Protection class: I
IP code: 20
Connected load (kVA): 1.35
Power consumption (kW): 1.01
Max. current consumption (A): 5.50 (at 220-240 V / 50 Hz)
Input fuse: 16.0 (at 220-240 V / 50 Hz)
temperature fuses
Performance data
Max. speed (rpm): 18,000
Max. capacity (ml): 1,600
Max. gravitational field (x g): 30,070
Max. kin. energy (Nm): 22,997
Other parameters
Time range 10 sec – 99 h 59 min, short run, continuous run
Temperature range -20°C to +40°C
Storage locations 60
Physical data
Height (mm): 355
Height with open lid (mm): 785
Width (mm): 630
Depth (mm): 600
Weight (kg): 78
EMC as per EN 61326: Class B
Noise level (dBA): 66 (at maximum speed)
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At a nominal voltage of 100V or 200V, a tolerance of +10% / -5% applies.
11 Appendix
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11 Appendix
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11132 Swing-out rotor 28 x 15 ml complete, no. 11133, incl. 2 sets buckets no.
13104, 2 sets round carriers no. 17015 and 28 PP-tubes 15 ml no.
15023
Radius max. 15.5 cm, radius min. 4.5 cm 5 500 5 242
11133 Swing-out rotor, 4 place, for buckets no. 13104, 13130 5 500
11135 Swing-out rotor 24 x 1.5/2.0 ml, incl. 3 sets buckets no. 13124, for e.g.
reaction vials no. 15008, 15040, incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17879
Radius max. 7.4 cm, radius min. 3.5 cm 14 000 16 215
11136 Drum rotor for 6 cassettes no. 14000, 14002, 14020, 14021, for reaction
vials (max. 60/192 pcs.), incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17898
Radius max. 7.0 cm, radius min. 3.0 cm 14 500 16 454
Attention: The vessels could be damaged at speeds exceeding 13,000
rpm!
11180 Swing-out rotor, 4 place, for buckets no. 13180, 13190, 13194 4 700
11182 Swing-out rotor 12 x 50 ml culture tubes complete, no. 11180, incl. 2 sets
buckets no. 13190, 2 sets adapters no. 17346 and 12 tubes no. 15151
Radius max. 17.2 cm, radius min. 7.5 cm 4 700 4 248
11222 Swing-out rotor for microtiter plates, incl. 1 set carriers no. 13222, max.
height of plates 56 mm, max. load per bucket approx. 335 gram
Radius max. 12.1 cm, Radius min. 4.8 cm 3 000 1 218
11224 Swing-out cytology rotor complete, incl. 2 sets buckets no. 13224,
4 inserts no. 15223. The buckets with the object carriers could be locked
in 90° position.
Radius max. 11.3 cm, radius min. 6.9 cm 3 000 1 137
11241 Swing-out rotor for microtiter plates, incl. 1 set buckets no. 13241, 1 set
caps 17108 and plate holder no. 17982, max. height of plates 55 mm,
without cap 17108 max. 66 mm, max. load per bucket approx. 290 g
Radius max. 4.4 cm, radius min. 12.7 cm 4 700 3 136
12111 Angle rotor 10 x 10 ml, for tubes no. 15000, 15010, 15039,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17835
Radius max. 7.6 cm, radius min. 2.8 cm, angle 35° 18 000 27 530
12115 Angle rotor, for 12 PCR-strips with 8 tubes 0.2 ml, e.g no. 15042,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17875
Radius max. 9.8 cm, radius min. 7.2 cm, angle 45° 16 400 29 468
12131 Angle rotor 30 x 1.5/2.0 ml, for e.g. reaction vials no. 15008, 15040,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17848
Radius max. 10.0 cm, radius min. 6.7 cm, angle 45° 16 400 30 070
12150 Angle rotor 6 x 50 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 13055, 15051, 15052,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17837
Radius max. 8.4 cm, radius min. 2.1 cm, angle 25° 14 600 20 018
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12154 Angle rotor 24 x 1.5/2.0 ml, for e.g. reaction vials no. 15008, 15040,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17829
Radius max. 8.2 cm, radius min. 5.0 cm, angle 45° 18 000 29 703
12155 Angle rotor 4 x 80/85 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 13085, 15076, 15080,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17839
Radius max. 9.1 cm, radius min. 1.4 cm, angle 26° 14 500 21 390
12156 Angle rotor 8 x 50 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 13055, 15051, 15052,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17840
Radius max. 9.6 cm, radius min. 3.3 cm, angle 25° 13 800 20 440
12157 Angle rotor 20 x 10 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 15000, 15010, 15039,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17841
Radius max. 9.8 cm, radius min. 5.8 cm, angle 25° 10 000 10 956
12158 Angle rotor 6 x 30 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 15029, 15030, 15032,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17842
Radius max. 7.9 cm, radius min. 2.1 cm, angle 29° 18 000 28 616
12159 Angle rotor 6 x 85 ml, for tubes e.g. no. 13085, 15076, 15080,
incl. hermetic aluminium lid no. 17843
Radius max. 9.8 cm, radius min. 2.8 cm, angle 25° 11 400 14 239
12349 Angle rotor 48 x 1.5/2.0 ml, for reaction vials, e.g. no. 15008, 15040,
incl. hermetic lid 17349
Radius max. 10.0 cm, radius min. 6.5 cm 15 000 25 155
13104 Round bucket, sealable with caps no. 17109 or 17111, suitable for round
carriers Ø 56.5 no. 17006 - 17101 and bottles 200 ml no. 15202, max.
tube length 110 mm, 1 set = 2 pcs.
Radius max. 15.5 cm, radius min. 4.5 cm 5 500 5 242
13130 Bucket, suitable for 3 culture tubes 15 ml no. 15115, sealable with cap no.
17109, 17111, 1 set = 2 pcs.
Radius max. 16.0 cm, radius min. 4.0 cm 5 500 5 411
13180 Rectangular bucket, for rectangular carriers no. 18002 - 18200, sealable
with cap no. 17112, max. tube length 115 mm, 1 set = 2 pcs.
Radius max. 17.1 cm, radius min. 7.6 cm 4 700 4 223
13190 Round bucket, suitable for round carriers Ø 85 mm no. 17344 - 17400 and
400 ml bottle no. 15401, Biosafe sealable with cap no. 17190, max. tube
length 110 mm, 1 set = 2 pcs.
Radius max. 17.2 cm, radius min. 7.5 cm 4 700 4 248
13194 Bucket for hexagon adapters no. 18309 - 18312, for culture tubes 15 and
50 ml, 1 set = 2 pcs.
Radius max. 16.8 cm, radius min. 6.6 cm 4 700 4 149
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13000 Adapter for reaction vials 0.25/0.4 ml no. 15014, suitable for 12110, 12131, 12154, 12349, 1 Set = 2 pcs.
13002 Adapter for reaction vials 0.5/0.75 ml, Ø 7.9/10 x 28/31 mm, e.g. no. 15005, suitable for 12110, 12131,
12154, 12349, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13021 Adapter for PCR-tube 0.2 ml, 1 set = 2 pcs., suitable for 12110, 12131, 12154, 12349, 14002, 17008,
18002
13055 Stainless steel tube 50 ml, Ø 28.5 x 101.5 mm, sealable with cap no. 17054, suitable for 12150, 12156,
13082
13059 Adapter for 1 round bottom tube 10 ml, max. Ø 16.2/19 x 75 - 85 mm, e.g. no. 15000, 15010, 15039,
1 set = 2 pcs.
13062 Adapter for 1 Greiner tube 15 ml, Ø 17/22 x 95 - 100 mm, 1 set = 2 pcs., suitable for 12150
13079 Bottom adapter for 1 tube 50 ml, e.g. no. 15051, 15052, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13080 Adapter for 1 culture tube 50 ml, e.g. no. 15151, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13081 Adapter for 1 culture tube 15 ml, e.g. no. 15115, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13082 Adapter for 1 tube 50 ml, max. Ø 28.8 x 105 - 115 mm, e.g. no. 13055, 15051, 15052, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13083 Adapter for 1 tube 30 ml, max. Ø 25.5 x 90 - 100 mm, e.g. no. 15029, 15030, 15032, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13084 Adapter, for 2 tubes 10 ml, Ø 16/17.5 x 75 - 90 mm, e.g. no. 15000, 15010, 15039, 1 set = 2 pcs.
13085 Stainless steel tube 85 ml, Ø 38 x 103 mm, sealable with cap no. 17185, suitable for 12155, 12159
13255 Stainless steel bottle 250 ml, Ø 61.4 x 125 mm, sealable with cap no. 17256
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11.2 Speed-gravitational-field-diagram
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Linear curves
The slope of the fixed acceleration curves defines the time that is required
to accelerate the rotor by 1,000 rpm.
Curve 9 is a special case compared to the other curves. The centrifuge
accelerates with maximum power. The runtime, until the set speed is
reached, depends solely on the moment of inertia of the rotor.
Linear curve no. Slop
0 4 [rpm/sec]
1 6 [rpm/sec]
2 8 [rpm/sec]
3 17 [rpm/sec]
4 25 [rpm/sec]
5 33 [rpm/sec]
6 50 [rpm/sec]
7 100 [rpm/sec]
8 200 [rpm/sec]
9 1.000 [rpm/sec]
Fig. 29: Slope of linear curves
Quadratic curves
Curve 19 is a special case compared to the other curves. The centrifuge
accelerates with maximum power. The runtime depends solely on the
moment of inertia of the rotor.
Quadratic curve no. Time until 1,000 rpm Slope as of 1,000 rpm
10 500 sec 4 [rpm/sec]
11 333 sec 6 [rpm/sec]
12 250 sec 8 [rpm/sec]
13 118 sec 17 [rpm/sec]
14 80 sec 25 [rpm/sec]
15 60 sec 33 [rpm/sec]
16 40 sec 50 [rpm/sec]
17 20 sec 100 [rpm/sec]
18 10 sec 200 [rpm/sec]
19 2 sec 1.000 [rpm/sec]
Fig. 30: Slope of quadratic curves
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Linear Curves
98 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
1000
900
curve 0
800
curve 1
700 curve 2
Speed [rpm]
600 curve 3
curve 4
500
curve 5
400 curve 6
300 curve 7
curve 8
200
curve 9
100
0
0 50 100 150 200 250
Time [sec]
Quadratic Curves
18
19 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10
1000
900
curve 10
800
curve 11
Speed [rpm]
700 curve 12
600 curve 13
curve 14
500
curve 15
400 curve 16
300 curve 17
curve 18
200
curve 19
100
0
0 100 200 300 400 500
Time [sec]
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If no other data concerning the service life are engraved on the rotor or accessory, rotors and
buckets must be checked by the manufacturer after 10,000 cycles. After 50,000 cycles, rotors
must be scrapped for safety reasons.
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NOTE
Polytetrafluorethylene
Polyoxymethylene
- no data
1 resistant
Polycarbonate
Polypropylene
Concentration
Polyethylene
High Density
2 practically resistant
Polysulfone
Aluminium
Polyamide
3 partially resistant
4 not resistant
HDPE
PTFE
POM
PSU
PVC
PVC
[%]
PC
PA
PP
AL
Medium Formula
Acetaldehyde C2H4O 40 3 2 4 2 3 4 4 - 1 1
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Polytetrafluorethylene
Polyoxymethylene
- no data
1 resistant
Polycarbonate
Polypropylene
Concentration
Polyethylene
High Density
2 practically resistant
Polysulfone
Aluminium
Polyamide
3 partially resistant
4 not resistant
HDPE
PTFE
POM
PSU
PVC
PVC
[%]
PC
PA
PP
AL
Medium Formula
KCr(SO4)2 x
Chromic potassium sulphate saturated 1 2 1 3 1 - 1 - 1 3
12H2O
Dipropylene glycol
C4H10O 100 3 1 4 1 4 4 4 4 1 1
(mono)methyl ether
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Polytetrafluorethylene
Polyoxymethylene
- no data
1 resistant
Polycarbonate
Polypropylene
Concentration
Polyethylene
High Density
2 practically resistant
Polysulfone
Aluminium
Polyamide
3 partially resistant
4 not resistant
HDPE
PTFE
POM
PSU
PVC
PVC
[%]
PC
PA
PP
AL
Medium Formula
concentrat
Hydrogen chloride HCl 1 4 4 4 1 1 2 3 1 4
ed
Iodine, tincture of I2 1 4 3 1 1 - 4 4 1 1
Mercury Hg 100 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 3
Ozone O3 100 3 4 1 4 3 1 1 - 1 2
Petroleum — 100 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 3 1 1
Phenol C6H6O 10 1 4 4 4 1 4 1 3 1 1
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Polytetrafluorethylene
Polyoxymethylene
- no data
1 resistant
Polycarbonate
Polypropylene
Concentration
Polyethylene
High Density
2 practically resistant
Polysulfone
Aluminium
Polyamide
3 partially resistant
4 not resistant
HDPE
PTFE
POM
PSU
PVC
PVC
[%]
PC
PA
PP
AL
Medium Formula
Resorcinol C6H6O2 5 1 4 2 3 1 4 2 - 1 2
Spirits C2H6O 96 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1
Tallow — 100 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 1 1
Urea CH4N2O 10 1 1 1 1 1 - - - 1 1
Urine — 100 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 1 2
Vinegar C2H4O2 10 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Vinegar C2H4O2 90 1 4 4 4 1 3 1 4 1 1
Wax — 100 - 1 1 1 - - - 1 1
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Polytetrafluorethylene
Polyoxymethylene
- no data
1 resistant
Polycarbonate
Polypropylene
Concentration
Polyethylene
High Density
2 practically resistant
Polysulfone
Aluminium
Polyamide
3 partially resistant
4 not resistant
HDPE
PTFE
POM
PSU
PVC
PVC
[%]
PC
PA
PP
AL
Medium Formula
Wines — 100 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 4
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12 Index
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