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In case of observation of surface damage, crevice or other change, as well as
the corrosion, the given part (rotor, bucket, etc.) shall be immediately
replaced.
Clamping rotor, containers and reducer inserts must be cleaned regularly to
prevent corrosion.
Cleaning of the accessories shall be carried out outside of the centrifuge once
every week or still better after each use. For cleaning them one should use
neutral agent of pH value 6÷8. It is forbidden to use alkaline agent of pH > 8.
Then, those parts shall be dried using soft fabric or in the chamber drier at ca.
50
°
C.
Angle rotor should be placed on a fabric with holes facing down, for effective
drying.
Do not use bleach on plastic parts of the rotor.
In this way, the useful service life of the device is substantially increased and
susceptibility to corrosion is diminished. Accurate maintenance increases the
service life as well and protects against premature rotor failures.
Do not use bleach on plastic parts of the rotor.
According to laboratory standards, minimize the immersion time in each solution.
Especially prone to the corrosion are parts made of aluminium.
Corrosion and damages resulting from insufficient maintenance could not be
subject of claims lodged against the manufacturer.
The unused rotor should have the lid removed.
HS accessories maintenance.
Check the general condition of seals.
Make sure that rubber O-rings are lightly coated with silicone grease. Use high
vacuum grease.
The rotor pins shall be always lubricated with petroleum jelly.
