Thermo Scientific RC 3BP Plus, Instruction Manual

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7
Maintenance and Care
Decontamination
Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC 3BP Plus 7-5
Decontamination
Decontaminate the centrifuge immediately whenever radioactive material has spilled during
centrifugation.
For general radioactive decontamination use a solution of equal parts of 70% ethanol, 10% SDS and
water.
Decontaminate the rotor and accessories as follows:
1. Open the centrifuge.
2. Turn off the centrifuge.
3. Pull out the power supply plug.
4. Prepare the rotor according to the rotor manual.
5. Remove the centrifuge tubes and adaptors and dispose of them or disinfect them.
6. Rinse the rotor first with ethanol and then with de-ionized water.
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Adhere strictly to the given application times.
7. Be sure the decontamination solution can drain off the rotor.
8. Rinse the rotor and accessories thoroughly with water.
9. Dispose of the decontamination solution according to the applicable guidelines.
10. Dry all of the rotors and accessories after cleaning with a cloth or in a warm air cabinet at a
maximum temperature of 50° C.
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After cleaning, treat the entire surface of aluminum parts with corrosion protection oil
(70009824). Also treat the cavities with oil.
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Tread the bolt of the swing out rotor with bolt grease (75003786).
WARNING
Radioactive material can get into the centrifuge when a tube breaks or as a
result of spills. Keep in mind the risk of infection when touching the rotor and take all
necessary precautions.
In case of contamination, make sure that others are not put at risk.
Decontaminate the affected parts immediately.
Take other precautions if need be.
CAUTION Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those
recommended by the manufacturer, users should check with the manufacturer that the
proposed method will not damage the equipment.
CAUTION
Lift the rotor with two persons due to its weight.