Sigma 1-6P, Operating Manual

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2.4 Safety Instructions for Centrifugation
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Ensure that the centrifuge was set up properly (see section 4.2 “Installation”,
page 24).
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Check the centrifuge, rotor, and accessories for external signs of damage
prior to start-up.
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Do not use the centrifuge with rotors and accessories that have not been
approved by the manufacturer. In case of doubt contact our service team
(See 6.2.7 "Service Contact", page 43).
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Ensure that the rotor is correctly fitted (see 5.2.3 "Installation of Rotors“, page
30).
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The load of the rotor as defined by the manufacturer and the maximum speed
must not be exceeded (see the engraving on the rotor).
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The rotor must be loaded symmetrically at equal weights.
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Please follow the instructions concerning the installation of accessories (see
5.2.4 "Installation of Accessories", page 31).
2.4.1 Special Instructions
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If liquids with a density
>
1.2 g/cm
3
are used, reduce the speed (see 11.1.2
"Density", page 53).
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Protective clothing is not required for the operation of the centrifuge.
The materials to be centrifuged may, however, require special safety
measures (e.g. centrifugation of infectious, toxic, radioactive, or pathogenic
substances).
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Spin infectious material in sealed rotors only.
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Avoid the corrosion of the centrifuge and its accessories by careful
maintenance (see chapter 7 "Care and Maintenance", page 44 ff).
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When not using the centrifuge, open the lid so that all liquids can evaporate.
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Stop the centrifuge immediately in the event of a malfunction. Eliminate the
problem (see 6.2, page 41) or inform the SIGMA Laborzentrifugen GmbH
service team (see 6.2.7 "Service Contact", page 43).
Operating Manual SIGMA 1-6P page 18 of 67
05/2007