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Preinstallation Requirements
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The Allegra 25R centrifuge is designed to be installed by Beckman
Coulter Field Service. Installation by anyone other than authorized
Beckman Coulter personnel invalidates any warranty covering the
centrifuge. Preinstallation requirements have been sent prior to ship-
ment of your centrifuge. The following information is provided in
case the instrument must be relocated.
SPACE AND LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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WARNING
Do not place the centrifuge near areas
containing flammable reagents or
combustible fluids. Vapors from these
materials could enter the centrifuge air
system and be ignited by the motor.
• Select a location away from heat-producing laboratory equipment,
with sufficient ventilation to allow for heat dissipation.
• Position the centrifuge on a level surface, such as a sturdy table
or laboratory bench that can support the weight of the centrifuge
(124.0 kg/273.4 lb) and resist vibration.
• Relative humidity should not exceed 80% (noncondensing).
• In addition to space for the centrifuge itself (see Figure 2-1 for
dimensions), allow 7.6-cm (3-in.) clearances at the sides and back
of the centrifuge to ensure sufficient air circulation. The centrifuge
must have adequate air ventilation to ensure compliance to local
requirements for vapors produced during operation.