Eppendorf 5402 Manual Updated Jun 2026

Because the 5402 is refrigerated, ice buildup can accumulate along the chamber walls. Leave the lid open when the unit is powered off overnight to allow ice to melt. Wipe up the pooled water immediately.

What is your unit displaying? What rotor model number are you currently using?

Always use an aerosol-tight rotor when dealing with infectious or hazardous materials. eppendorf 5402 manual updated

Retire and replace rotors that exhibit deep scratches, chemical pitting, or have exceeded their maximum operational lifespan (typically ten years or a specific number of cycles).

This denotes (Deutsche Emissions). It was added to the updated manual in 2019 to reflect stricter EU noise directives (max 62 dBA for the 5402). No operational change is required. Because the 5402 is refrigerated, ice buildup can

The original manual instructed users to tighten the rotor nut "hand-tight." The specifies a torque of 8 Nm using a hex wrench. Under-tightening leads to run-out errors (Error 07); over-tightening strips the aluminum threads.

Turn off the main power switch and unplug the electrical cord. What is your unit displaying

Based on the latest service recommendations for legacy Eppendorf centrifuges, follow this updated maintenance log:

This guide serves as an updated overview of the operational manual, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting techniques for the Eppendorf 5402 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. 1. Introduction to the Eppendorf 5402 Eppendorf 5402 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

When using smaller tube formats (e.g., 0.2 mL or 0.5 mL PCR tubes), place approved Eppendorf adapters into the rotor positions symmetrically.