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CENTRY™ 117 MiCRoCENTRifugE
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CENTRY™ 117 MiCRoCENTRifugE
PCR HOLDER INSTALLATION
When reinstalling the PCR holders, always ensure that both
holders are installed and that the arms of each holder rest
firmly against the body of the rotor (not overlapping the arm
of the opposite PCR holder.)
Cleaning
The brushless motor in the microcentrifuge requires no routine
maintenance. Any required service should be performed by
authorized, qualified personnel only. Repairs performed by
unauthorized personnel may void the warranty.
NOTE
Always keep the CENTRY 117 Microcentrifuge housing, rotor
chamber, rotor, and rotor accessories clean. All parts should
be wiped down periodically with a soft cloth. For more
thorough cleaning, use a neutral cleaning agent (pH between
6 and 8) applied with a soft cloth.
Excessive amounts of liquid should be avoided. Liquid should
not come into contact with the motor. After cleaning, ensure
that all parts are dried thoroughly by hand or in a warm air
cabinet (maximum temperature 50°C).
The rotor should be cleaned regularly. When spinning
samples containing phenol or phenol chloroform, the rotor
should be cleaned immediately after use.
DISINFECTION
Should a spill of infectious materials occur within the rotor
or chamber, the unit should be disinfected. This should be
performed by qualified personnel with proper protective
equipment.
