2-16KC
Maintenance and Service
Version 03/2010, Rev. 1.7 of 27/01/2012
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Translation of the original operating manual
8.1.6 Condenser
In order to cool the refrigerant that is compressed by the refrigeration
unit, a lamellar condenser is used. It is cooled by air.
Dust and dirt obstruct the cooling flow of air. Dust on condenser pipes
and lamellas reduces the heat exchange and thus the performance of
the refrigeration unit. This is why the installation site should be as
clean as possible.
Check the condenser at least once a month for dirt and clean it if
necessary.
If you have any queries, please contact service (see 0 "Service
Contact").
8.2 Sterilization and Disinfection of the Rotor Chamber and
Accessories
Use commercially-available disinfectants such as, for example,
Sagrotan , Buraton , or Terralin (available at chemist’s shops or
drugstores).
The centrifuges and the accessories consist of various materials.
A possible incompatibility must be considered.
Before using cleaning or decontamination agents that were not
recommended by us, contact the manufacturer to ensure that
such a procedure will not damage the centrifuge.
For autoclaving, consider the continuous heat resistance of the
individual materials (see 8.2.1 “Autoclaving“).
Please contact us if you have any queries. (see 0 "Service Contact").
If dangerous materials (e.g. infectious and pathogenic substances)
are used, the centrifuge and accessories must be disinfected.
8.2.1. Autoclaving
The service life of the accessories essentially depends on the
frequency of autoclaving and use.
Replace the accessories immediately when the parts show
changes in color or structure or in the occurrence of leaks etc.
During autoclaving, the caps of the tubes must not be screwed on
in order to avoid the deformation of the tubes.
It cannot be excluded that plastic parts, e.g. lids or carriers, may
deform during autoclaving.
