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Important Safety Information
Common Safety Precautions
Carefully read the following safety precautions for a thorough understanding.
• Follow the instructions and procedures described in this manual to operate this centrifuge safely.
• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and the safety instructions on the centrifuge.
• Safety messages are labeled as indicated below. They are in combination with signal words of “WARNING” and
“CAUTION” with the safety alert symbol
to call your attention to items or operations that could be dangerous to
you or other persons using this centrifuge. The definitions of signal words are as follows:
WARNING:
Personal Danger
Warning notes indicate any condition or practice, which if not strictly observed, could result in personal injury or
possible death.
CAUTION:
Possible Damage to Instrument
Caution notes indicate any condition or practice, which if not strictly observed or remedied, could result in
damage or destruction of the instrument.
NOTE: Notes indicate an area or subject of special merit, emphasizing either the product’s capability or common
errors in operation or maintenance.
• Do not operate the centrifuge in any manner not described in this User Manual. When in doubt or if you have any
troubles with this centrifuge, please CONTACT GLOBE SCIENTIFIC AND ASK FOR HELP.
• The precautions described in this User Manual are carefully developed in an attempt to cover all the possible risks.
However, it is also important that you are alert for unexpected incidents. Be careful operating this centrifuge.
WARNING
• This centrifuge is not explosion-proof. Never use explosive or flammable samples.
• Do not install the centrifuge in or near places where inflammable gases are generated or chemicals are stored.
• Do not place dangerous materials within 30cm (approximately 12 inches) of the centrifuge.
• Be sure to prepare all necessary safety measures before using samples that are toxic, radioactive or
contaminated with pathogenic micro-organisms at your own risk.
• If the centrifuge, rotor and/or accessories have been contaminated by solutions with toxic, radioactive or
pathogenic materials, clean them according to the decontamination procedure as specified at your institution.
• If you require service, please sterilize and decontaminate the centrifuge in advance and then notify the service
center the details of the materials and procedure.
• To avoid electrical shocks, ensure hands are dry before handling the power cord or turning on/off the
power switch.
• For safety purposes, do not come within 30cm (approximately 12 inches) around the centrifuge when in operation.
• While the rotor is rotating, never release the lid lock.
• Unauthorized repairs, disassembly, or modifying the centrifuge except by an authorized Globe Scientific service
center or service technician is strictly prohibited.
