Decontamination; Sterilization And Disinfection; Circuit Breaker And Fuses - Beckman Coulter Allegra X-12 Series Instructions For Use Manual

WARNING
Be careful when examining or cleaning the chamber and chamber gasket, as sharp
glass fragments may be embedded in their surfaces.
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Examine the chamber gasket to make sure that no glass particles are retained in it.
a. Carefully remove any glass particles that may remain.
2
Carefully wipe away any glass particles that remain in the chamber.

Decontamination

If the centrifuge and/or accessories are contaminated with radioactive or pathogenic solutions,
perform all appropriate safety and decontamination procedures. Refer to Chemical Resistances
(publication IN-175) to be sure the decontamination method will not damage any part of the
instrument

Sterilization and Disinfection

The centrifuge is finished with acrylic baking enamel. Ethanol (70%)
See Chemical Resistances for chemical compatibilities of centrifuge and accessory materials.
While Beckman Coulter has tested ethanol (70%) and found that it does not damage the centrifuge,
no guarantee of sterility or disinfection is expressed or implied. When sterilization or disinfection
is a concern, consult your laboratory safety officer regarding proper methods to use.

Circuit Breaker and Fuses

There are no user-replaceable fuses in the centrifuge.
If the centrifuge circuit breaker trips for any reason, the power switch will move to the off (
position. Reset the circuit breaker by turning the power switch back to the on (I) position. If it trips
again immediately, do not reset it. Call Beckman Coulter Field Service.
* Flammability hazard. Do not use in or near operating centrifuges.
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Care and Maintenance
Circuit Breaker and Fuses
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