Fisher Scientific accuSpin 3, Operating Instructions Manual

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For your safety
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Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive substances or
pathogenic microorganisms without suitable safety
systems.
If microbiological samples of risk group II (according
to "Laboratory Bio-safety Manual" of WHO) are be-
ing centrifuged, aerosol-tight bio-seals have to be
used.
For materials with a higher risk group, more than
one precaution is required.
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Should toxins or pathogenic substances enter the
centrifuge or its parts, you must perform appropriate
procedures for disinfection (see "Maintenance and
care – Disinfection").
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Strongly corrosive substances that may cause
damage to materials and reduce the mechanical
strength of the rotor, may be centrifuged only inside
protective tubes.
Handling the centrifuge
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Use only original accessories for the centrifuge. The
only exception are common glass or plastic centri-
fuge tubes, if they are approved for the rotor speed
and RCF values.
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Never use the centrifuge unless the rotor is properly
installed.
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You may use the centrifuge only with a properly
loaded rotor. You must not overload the rotor.
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Strictly follow the rules and regulations for cleaning
and disinfection
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If the rotor or the rotor lid shows signs of corrosion
or
wear, you must stop using it.
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Never open the lid manually if the rotor still turns.
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You may use the emergency lid release only in
case of emergency, e.g. during an interruption of
power supply
(see chapter "Troubleshooting").
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Never use the centrifuge with the lid open.
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Never use the centrifuge if the front panel has been
partially or totally removed.
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Changes in mechanical or electrical components of
the centrifuge may be carried out only by individuals
authorized by Fisher Scientific
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