Freeze-dryer Alpha 1-2 LSCbasic
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Version 07/2022, Rev. 1.0 of 19/07/2022
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Translation of the original operating manual
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Importance of the operating manual
A fundamental requirement for the safe and trouble-free operation of the
unit is to be familiar with the fundamental safety instructions and all
possible hazards.
The operating manual includes important information concerning the safe
operation of the freeze-dryer.
This operating manual, and in particular the notes on safety and hazards,
must be observed by all persons operating the unit.
In addition, the local rules and regulations for the prevention of accidents
must be complied with.
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Intended use
Freeze-dryer
Do not use the freeze-dryer unless the following requirements are fulfilled:
• The freeze-dryer has been properly installed.
• The freeze-dryer is in a perfect technical state.
• The freeze-dryer is not located in an area with an explosion hazard.
• No unauthorised design modifications, additions or conversions without
the written approval by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH
have been performed.
• The vacuum pump used is approved by Martin Christ
Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH. The vacuum pumps approved for this
system are listed in chapter 5.5 - "Vacuum pumps".
• The accessories used have been approved by Martin Christ
Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH. This does not apply to commercially
available freeze-drying vessels made of glass or plastic.
The freeze-dryer has been exclusively designed for the freeze-drying of
solid or liquid products in ampoules, vials or dishes. It is, therefore, solely
intended for this application.
The freeze-dryer is suitable for freeze-drying solid substances and aqueous
solutions (e.g. bacteria and virus cultures, blood plasma, serum fractions,
antibodies, sera, vaccines and pharmaceutical products such as
chloramphenicol, streptomycin, vitamins, ferments and plant extracts for
biochemical tests).
The intended use also includes:
• Observation of all of the notes and instructions that are included in the
operating manual,
• Compliance with the inspection and maintenance instructions (see
chapter 8 - "Maintenance and service").
