Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8, Instruction Manual

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Before Use
Before Setting up
22 Sorvall ST 8 Centrifuge Thermo Scientific
Before Setting up
1. Check the centrifuge and the packaging for any shipping damage.
Inform the shipping company and Thermo Fisher Scientific immediately if any damage is
discovered.
2. Remove the packaging.
3. Check the order for completeness (see “Items Supplied” on page 9 ).
If the order is incomplete, please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Location
The centrifuge should only be operated indoors.
The set-up location must fulfil the following requirements:
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A safety zone of at least 30 cm must be maintained around the centrifuge.
People and hazardous substances must be kept out of the safety zone while centrifuging.
• The supporting structure must be stable, free of resonance and plane, for example a laboratory
bench.
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The supporting structure must be suitable for horizontal setup of the centrifuge.
• The centrifuge should not be exposed to heat.
• The set-up location must be well-ventilated at all times.
WARNING UV rays reduce the stability of plastics.
Do not subject the centrifuge, rotors and plastic accessories to UV rays like in direct
sunlight.