1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Usage in accordance with safety standards
1.1.1 General information
1.1.1.1 Hazards and precautions
Before setting the centrifuge into operation, please read this instruction manual carefully!
This centrifuge must not be operated by unqualified personnel not being familiar with the correct use of
the unit. Always, use the original accessories only!
For your personal safety, please pay attention to following precautions:
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The Corning LSE™ Compact Centrifuge is not explosion-proof and must therefore not be
operated in explosion-endangered areas or locations. During centrifugation, it is prohibited to
stay within the safety zone of 30 cm around the centrifuge or deposit hazardous substances
within this area.
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Centrifugation of flammable, explosive and radioactive substances or substances, which
chemically react with high energy, is strictly prohibited!
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Never spin toxic or pathogenic material without adequate safety precautions, i.e. centrifugation
of buckets / tubes without or with defective hermetic sealing’s is strictly prohibited.
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The user is obligated to perform appropriate disinfection procedures in case dangerous
substances have contaminated the centrifuge and / or its accessories. When centrifuging
infectious substances, always pay attention to the General Laboratory Precautions. If
necessary, contact your safety officer!
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It is prohibited to run the centrifuge with rotors other than listed for this unit.
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Under no circumstances open the lid of the centrifuge while the rotor is still running or rotating
with a speed of > 2 m/s.
Following rules must strictly be adhered to:
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Do not operate the centrifuge in case it is not installed correctly.
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Do not operate the centrifuge when dismounted (e.g. without housing).
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Do not run the centrifuge when mechanical or electrical assembly groups have been tampered
with by unauthorized persons.
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Do not use accessories such as rotors and buckets, which are not exclusively approved by
Corning, Incorporated. except commercially available centrifuge tubes made of glass or plastic.
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Do not spin extremely corrosive substances, as they may cause material damages and impair
mechanical resistance.
CLS-EQ-104 October 2013 , Document 01, Revision 02
