Most common repairs + troubleshooting for the Eppendorf 5418 Centrifuge at Acme:

1. Error 18 (only for 5418 R): Indicates a too high temperature deviation from the set value in the rotor chamber. The remedy involves checking settings, ensuring unhindered air circulation through the air slots, thawing ice, or turning off the device to allow it to cool down.
2. Error 6 (5418 R) / Err 6 (5418): Related to drive overheating or a drive fault, with remedies including waiting for the rotor to stop, possibly opening and closing the device lid, and allowing the drive to cool down for at least 15 minutes.
3. Error 3 (5418 R) / NO RPM (5418): Points to an error in the speed measuring system or an overheated drive. Solutions include turning off the centrifuge, activating emergency lid release if necessary, and checking the mains connection.
4. LID ERROR (5418) / LID (5418 R): Indicates issues with locking or releasing the centrifuge lid. Remedies include trying to close the centrifuge lid again, switching the centrifuge off and then on, and pressing the open key.
5. Error 7 (5418 R) / Err 7 (5418): A major deviation in speed control is detected. The suggested action is to wait for the rotor to stop and tighten the rotor.
6. Error 8 (5418 R) / Err 8 (5418): Signals a drive fault, with the manual not specifying direct remedies, implying the need for technical support.
7. Errors 9 to 17 (5418) / Error 9 to 17 (5418 R): Categorized as electronics errors, suggesting complex issues that likely require professional repair or service.
8. Error 19 (only for 5418 R): Indicates that the cooling circuit is overheated. Recommendations include checking air circulation, allowing the device to cool down, and turning the centrifuge off and on again.
9. Error 20 (only for 5418 R): Suggests a fault with the temperature sensor in the rotor chamber, with the remedy to turn off and on the centrifuge after a period and check for improvements.
10. Error 24 (only for 5418 R): Indicates a cooling unit fault, possibly due to overheating. The device needs to cool down before attempting to use it again.

est repair cost: $45 per hour