Refrigerated centrifuge Sigma 4-5KL
Refrigerated centrifuge Sigma 4-5KL IVD
4 Storage and transport
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Version 06/2020, Rev. 1.2 of 28/04/2022
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Translation of the original operating manual, part no. 0703602
4.4
Packaging
The centrifuge is packaged in a wooden crate.
• After taking off the lid, remove the side panels.
• Remove the packaging material.
• Lift the centrifuge upwards with a lifting device to lift it safely. When
lifting the centrifuge, always reach under the centrifuge from the side.
CAUTION
The centrifuge weighs approx. 110 kg!
• Retain the packaging for any possible future transport of the centrifuge.
4.5
Transport safety device
The transport safety device consists of two hexagon socket screws which
are located at the bottom panel.
CAUTION
The transport safety device must be removed prior to start-up because the
screws lock the motor bearings!
Removal
• Lift the centrifuge upwards at the front side. Always reach under from
the side.
• Put a suitable object, e.g. a wooden block, between the table and centri-
fuge. The two screws can now be seen at the bottom panel.
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Locking screws
Fig. 8: Locking screws (transport safety device)
• Unscrew the hexagon socket screws with a hexagon socket wrench
(size 4, included in the scope of supply) anti-clockwise.
• Retain the transport safety device for the possibility of the return of the
centrifuge.
