Manual Updated !!exclusive!! | Eppendorf 5402

Choose a specific runtime or select the continuous spin option. Running a Cycle Start: Press the Start key to engage the motor.

The Eppendorf Centrifuge 5402 is a classic, refrigerated benchtop laboratory workhorse. Known for its reliability in spinning down microtubes, this model remains a staple in molecular biology, biochemistry, and clinical research labs worldwide.

is a legacy refrigerated microcentrifuge known for its robust performance in handling temperature-sensitive samples in molecular biology and clinical research. While newer models like the have succeeded it , the eppendorf 5402 manual updated

– The most significant update involves the microswitch lid lock. Early manuals described a simple mechanical latch, but later service bulletins (often bundled with the manual) detail a retrofitted electromagnetic lock. Without this update, the centrifuge may fail to stop when the lid is opened prematurely.

The unit accepts various rotors to accommodate smaller tube sizes like 250 µl, 400 µl, and 500 µl, though these often require specific adapters . Choose a specific runtime or select the continuous

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Operating at sub-ambient temperatures causes ice buildup on the chamber walls. Switch off the centrifuge and unplug the power cord. Leave the lid open to let the ice melt naturally. Soak up the melted water with a cloth. Wipe the chamber dry before restarting the unit. 5. Updated Troubleshooting and Error Codes Known for its reliability in spinning down microtubes,

: A "momentary button" allows for quick pulses at maximum speed as long as the button is held.

The 5402 was built for reliability with a small benchtop footprint:

Given the age of the Eppendorf 5402, please remember that you can't download a modern PDF from the manufacturer's website. This guide incorporates the essential information from those available resources for a complete reference.

For further detailed technical diagrams or specific part numbers, you can typically find archived copies of the original manual on equipment secondary-market sites like GMI-Inc or through laboratory service providers like Acme Revival (who offer manuals for similar refrigerated models) . Eppendorf 5402 Refrigerated Centrifuge - G-M-I, Inc.