Precautions - Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8 Instruction Manual

Precautions

A trained specialist can be a laboratory assistant or medical technologist.
Note In order to ensure safe operation of the Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8 Centrifuge, general
safety regulations must be followed: Mind the regulations in your country.
It is the general obligation of the operator to make sure, that the proper protective clothing is used.
Mind the „Laboratory Biosafety Manual" of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the
regulations in your country.
Note Not following these instruction can cause damage.
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WARNING
• Plug the centrifuge only into sockets which have been properly grounded.
• If a hazardous situation occurs, turn off the power supply to the centrifuge and leave
the area immediately.
The work environment should guarantee the following:
WARNING
• Maintain a radius of at least 30 cm around the centrifuge.
• Implementation of special measures which ensure that no one can approach the
centrifuge for longer than absolutely necessary while it is running.
The power supply must be interrupted in case of an emergency. Turn off the centrifuge at
the main switch. The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. Pull out the power
supply plug or disconnect the power supply in an emergency.
If the centrifuge is running, press the STOP key to shut it down.
In case of rotor failure the centrifuge can be damaged. Leave the room. Inform customer
service.
WARNING
Do not open the centrifuge, while it is running.
WARNING In any case of mechanical breakdown rotor failure, like burst of the rotor,
breaking bottles or shaft crack, the centrifuge is not aerosol-tight.
Preface
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