Preparation; Hazardous Substances - Thermo Scientific Medifuge Instructions For Use Manual

Preparation

Use only with a rotor that has been properly installed� Follow the instructions in section
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"Rotor Installation" on page
Do not use a rotor or accessories that show any signs of corrosion or cracks�
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Contact customer service for further advice or inspections�
ƒ Use only with a rotor that has been properly loaded�
ƒ Never overload the rotor�
Always balance the samples�
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Use only rotors and accessories for this centrifuge that have been approved by Thermo
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Fisher Scientific�
Make sure the rotor is locked properly into place before operating the centrifuge�
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WARNING
It is the obligation of the operator to make sure, that protective clothing is used� Mind the "Laboratory
Biosafety Manual" of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the regulations in your country�
CAUTION
ƒ Implement measures which ensure that no one can approach the centrifuge for longer than
absolutely necessary while it is running�
Do not use a damaged rotor� Replace the rotor, if it was dropped�
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Hazardous Substances

WARNING
Especially when working with corrosive samples (salt solutions, acids, bases), the accessory
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parts and vessel have to be cleaned thoroughly�
ƒ Do not centrifuge explosive or flammable materials or substances�
ƒ The centrifuge is not inert or protected against explosion� Never use the centrifuge in an
explosion-prone environment�
Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro-organisms without
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suitable safety precautions�
If any hazardous materials are centrifugated, mind the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual" of the
World Health Organization (WHO) and any local regulations� When centrifuging microbiological
samples from the Risk Group II (according to the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual" of the World Health
Organization (WHO)), aerosol-tight biological seals have to be used� Look on the internet page of the
World Health Organization (www�who�int) for the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual"� For materials in a
higher risk group, extra safety measures have to be taken�
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