Beckman Coulter Microfuge 20 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

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Safety Notice
Chemical and Biological Safety
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If the instrument housing becomes damaged do not use the instrument. Contact Beckman
Coulter Field Service (1-800-742-2345 in the United States; outside the U.S. contact your local
Beckman Coulter office or visit us at
http://www.beckmancoulter.com ).
Chemical and Biological Safety
Normal operation may involve the use of solutions and test samples that are pathogenic, toxic, or
radioactive. Such materials should not be used in this instrument unless all necessary safety
precautions are taken.
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Observe all cautionary information printed on the original solution containers prior to
their use.
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Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known test offers complete
assurance that they are free of micro-organisms. Some of the most virulent—Hepatitis (B and C)
and HIV (I–V) viruses, atypical mycobacteria, and certain systemic fungi—further emphasize
the need for aerosol protection. Handle other infectious samples according to good laboratory
procedures and methods to prevent spread of disease. Because spills may generate aerosols,
observe proper safety precautions for aerosol containment. Do not run toxic, pathogenic, or
radioactive materials in this centrifuge without taking appropriate safety precautions.
Biosafe containment should be used when Risk Group II materials (as identified in the
World Health Organization
Laboratory Biosafety Manual ) are handled; materials of a higher
group require more than one level of protection.
• Dispose of all waste solutions according to appropriate environmental health and safety
guidelines.
• Do not centrifuge materials that could result in a hazardous chemical reaction.
It is your responsibility to decontaminate the centrifuge and accessories before requesting service
by Beckman Coulter.