Rotor Maintenance - Thermo Scientific Sorvall LYNX 4000 Instructions Manual

Overheating
Melted bottles or other plastic or a rotor that is too hot to touch are indications that a rotor has
overheated. Aluminum and carbon fiber rotors can be autoclaved up to 121°C, while titanium and
stainless steel rotors can withstand higher temperatures and are not likely to be damaged by heat
generated in the centrifuge.

Rotor Maintenance

Protect your rotor against damage or failure with preventive measures and maintain maximum
centrifuge performance. However, if rotor damage is observed, ensure the safety of your lab by taking
recommended action or contacting your sales representative for an inspection.
Potential Damage
Damage to lid assembly
Damage to biocontainment
sealing lid
Scoring to the bottom of the
rotor (outside of cone area)
Damage to the rotor drive pins
Pitting from corrosion in the
bottom of tube cavity (metal
rotors)
Cracked or de-laminated rotor
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Preventive Measures
• Lubricate periodically with a light film of
o-ring or vacuum grease.
• Keep lid assembly lubricated with
anti-galling grease
• Avoid banging or dropping
• Use care when removing o-rings.
• Clean with non-abrasive cloth and mild
detergent.
• Use care when removing o-rings.
• Inspect and replace o-rings regularly.
• Gently place rotor on the centrifuge
spindle.
Clean with non-abrasive cloth and mild
detergent.
• Inspect centrifuge mated parts for burrs
and ensure no debris in centrifuge chamber.
• Store rotor on rotor stand or soft surface.
• Gently place rotor on the centrifuge
spindle.
• Ensure rotor is securely locked to
centrifuge drive.
• Ensure rotor is dried thoroughly between
runs.
• Clean rotor immediately after use and
when exposed to chemicals with approved
solvent.
• Remove adapters after use, rinse and dry.
• Avoid sharp impact.
• Avoid harsh chemicals
• Clean the surface of rotor and coat with a
thin layer of oil to prevent corrosion.
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Rotor Care Guide
Rotor Maintenance
Recommended Action
Return lid assembly parts to
manufacturer for repair or
replacement.
Replace sealing lid to ensure proper
containment
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation or replacement.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
replacement of rotor hub adapter or
replace rotor depending on degree
of damage/corrosion.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation.
Return rotor to manufacturer for
evaluation.
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