Blood bank centrifuge Sigma 8KBS
1 General information
Version 05/2021, Rev. 1.2 of 28/04/2022
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Translation of the original operating manual, part no. 0703502
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General information
1.1
Importance of the operating manual
A fundamental requirement for the safe and trouble-free operation of the
centrifuge is to be familiar with the fundamental safety instructions and all
possible hazards.
The operating manual includes important information concerning the safe
operation of the centrifuge.
This operating manual and, in particular, the notes on safety and hazards
must be observed by all persons operating the centrifuge.
In addition, the local rules and regulations for the prevention of accidents
must be complied with.
1.2
Further applicable documents
The following documents apply in addition to these operating instructions:
• Transport and installation instructions of the blood bank centrifuge
Sigma 8KBS (part no. 07041)
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1.3
Intended use
The laboratory centrifuge is suitable for the separation of constituents of
different densities in mixtures with a maximum density of 1.2 g/cm
3
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The laboratory centrifuge marked with MD is intended for the separation of
blood components that will be used for transfusions. This means that it is a
medical device in the sense of Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical
devices.
Only trained, specialised personnel are authorised to use the centrifuge in
closed laboratories.
The intended use also includes:
• observation of all of the notes and instructions that are included in the
operating manual and
• compliance with the inspection and maintenance instructions.
Sigma Laborzentrifugen GmbH cannot be held liable for:
• damage resulting from the improper use of the centrifuge not in line with
its intended purpose,
• faulty results that are due to the incorrect or faulty procedures of the
user.
