Warning; Safety Information - VWR International Compact Star CS4 Instruction Manual

Warning:

Please read this manual carefully prior to operating your VWR Centrifuge.

Safety Information:

NEVER use the centrifuge in any manner not specified in these instructions.
NEVER operate the centrifuge without a rotor properly attached to the shaft.
NEVER fill tubes while they are in the rotor. Liquid spillage may harm unit.
NEVER put hands in the rotor area unless the rotor is completely stopped.
NEVER move the centrifuge while the rotor is spinning.
NEVER use solvents or flammables near this or other electrical equipment.
NEVER centrifuge flammable, explosive or corrosive materials
NEVER centrifuge hazardous materials outside of a hood or proper containment facility
ALWAYS load the rotor symmetrically. Each tube should be counterbalanced by a tube of the
same type and weight
ALWAYS locate the centrifuge within easy access to an electrical outlet.
ALWAYS use only centrifuge tubes designed to withstand centrifugal forces of at least 4,000 xg.
ALWAYS use a wrench to tighten rotor nut .
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not operate the centrifuge if any of the following conditions exist:
-The centrifuge has not been installed properly
-The centrifuge is partially dismantled
-Service has been attempted by unauthorized or unqualified personnel
-The rotor has not been installed securely on the motor shaft
-Rotors and accessories not belonging to the standard range are being used without
permission being obtained from the manufacturer to use such rotors and/or accessories
in the centrifuge Exception: Centrifuge tubes, normally available in the laboratory.
-The centrifuge is located in an explosive atmosphere
-Materials to be centrifuged are combustible and/or explosive
-Materials to be centrifuged are chemically reactive
-The rotor load is not properly balanced