Thermo Scientific RC 6 Plus Operation Instructions Manual page 6

Preface
RC-6 PLUS
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Important Safety Information
Certain potentially dangerous conditions are inherent to the use of all
centrifuges. To ensure safe operation of this centrifuge, anyone using it should
be aware of all safe practices and take all precautions described below and
throughout these operating instructions.
Mechanical Safety
W A R N I N G
For operator safety, maintain a 30-cm "clearance envelope" around the
instrument while the rotor is spinning. Do not store dangerous substances
capable of developing flammable or explosive vapors in the clearance
envelope.
Do not attempt to unlock the door forcefully while the rotor is spinning.
Do not attempt to slow or stop the spinning rotor by hand.
Do not incline or move the instrument while the rotor is spinning. Do not lean
on the instrument.
If abnormal sound or vibration occurs, stop the operation immediately and
contact Thermo or your local representative of Thermo Fisher Scientific
products.
C A U T I O N
Before using a rotor, be sure to read through the rotor instruction manual.
Maximum rotor speed depends on the rotor, buckets, assemblies, tubes or
adapters to be used. Follow the instructions in the rotor instruction manual.
Do not use corroded, scratched or cracked rotors, buckets and assemblies.
Check that the rotor, buckets and assemblies are free of such abnormalities
before operation.
When using a swinging bucket, check that the buckets are properly engaged
with the rotor pins before operation. An incorrect setting can cause severe
damage to the instrument.
Be sure to mount the rotor cover if provided. Check that the rotor cover is
completely secured with a screw if provided.
Mount the rotor onto the drive shaft (drive spindle) gently and properly. Do not
drop the rotor or apply excessive force to the drive shaft (drive spindle).
Clean the inside of the drive hole (drive spindle hole) of the rotor and the
surface of the drive (drive spindle) of the centrifuge once a week.
If condensation is in the rotor chamber, wipe the chamber dry with a dry
sponge or cloth.
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