Centrifuge Center Alignment Tool

Purpose

This procedure shows how to use the Centrifuge Center Alignment Tool. Use this tool to ensure the Centrifuge lid is re-installed correctly if removed (due to maintenance, troubleshooting, etc.).

Parts and Materials Required

• Proper PPE

• FSE Tool Kit
• Centrifuge Center Alignment Tool

Time Required

• 10 Minutes

Procedure

1. Set the lid on the centrifuge.
2. Align the four mounting screw holes on the lid with the centrifuge.
3. Insert the Center Alignment Tool into the hole in the center of the lid and down into the axis of rotation of the rotor to ensure proper alignment.
4. Twist the lid counter-clockwise and verify both alignment tabs on the front and back of the lid are lined up.
5. Secure the lid to the centrifuge with the four mounting screws (M4X12 socket cap).
6. Re-connect the vial presence sensor cables if previously disconnected.

   

7. Remove the Centrifuge Center Alignment Tool.

Verification

1. Reteach the pipettors to the Centrifuge.
   Refer to Panther Fusion System Pipettor Teaching.
2. Perform a Side Car Pipettor OQ Test.