SAFE WORKING CONDITIONS
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CAUTION:
Do not attempt to open the lid whilst the centrifuge is running.
4.7 Good operator practice
Below is a list of important points that users should follow in order to get the most
out of their centrifuge.
1.
Set the centrifuge in horizontal position on a rigid bench.
2.
Ensure a safe position for the centrifuge.
3.
Ensure free space around the centrifuge (at least 30 cm).
4.
Firmly fix the rotor on the motor shaft.
5.
Avoid unbalanced loads.
6.
Load the rotor holes with the same tubes as recommended.
7.
Do not centrifuge the test tubes of different dimensions.
The possibility to centrifuge test tubes of different dimensions should
be avoided at all times. However, if it is absolutely necessary then
opposite loads should be the same weight. Care should be taken to
load the rotor holes asymmetrically.
8.
Ensure that all holes are being used in the rotor. If centrifuging fewer than six
tubes, ensure the tubes are loaded symmetrically as shown in the diagram
below:
9.
Only use tubes made from a plastic material. Never use glass test tubes.
10. If centrifuging 15ml BD Falcon® tubes (with the conical base), ensure that
you do not fully load the rotor and only spin three tubes at a time. A fully
loaded rotor using 15ml BD Falcon® tubes will catch on the lid.
11. Fill in all test tubes equally in order to protect the centrifuge against
imbalance.
12. Always use tubes that are in good condition and discard any that show signs
of wear.
13. Infectious materials should be processed in closed test tubes only.
14. It is prohibited to centrifuge explosive and inflammable materials.
15. It is prohibited to centrifuge substances prone to reaction in result of delivery
of high energy during centrifugation.