Introduction; Intended Use; Certification; Scope Of Manual - Beckman Coulter Allegra X-30 Series Instructions For Use Manual

Intended Use

For In Vitro Diagnostic Use
This Allegra X-30 centrifuge is intended for the separation of components through the use of
relative centrifugal force.
It is designed to separate human samples, including blood and other body fluids, for processing,
analysis, and in vitro diagnostic testing, as well as nonhuman body samples and chemicals, including
industrial and environmental samples.
This centrifuge should be operated by qualified personnel only.

Certification

Beckman Coulter Allegra X-30 Series centrifuges are manufactured in a facility that maintains
certifications to both ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003. They have been designed and tested to be
compliant (when used with Beckman Coulter rotors) with the laboratory equipment requirements
of applicable regulatory agencies. Declarations of conformity and certificates of compliance are
available at www.beckmancoulter.com.

Scope of Manual

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the Beckman Coulter Allegra X-30 Series
centrifuges, its functions, specifications, operation, and routine operator care and maintenance. We
recommend that you read this entire manual, especially the Safety Notice section and all safety-
related information, before operating the centrifuge or performing instrument maintenance.
• The following introductory pages contain the instrument specifications, as well as space,
electrical, and temperature conditions required for optimal centrifuge performance. A list of
available rotors is also included.
• CHAPTER 1, Description
the operating controls and indicators, and system specifications.
• CHAPTER 2, Operation
• CHAPTER 3, Troubleshooting
together with probable causes and suggested corrective actions.
CHAPTER 4, Care and Maintenance
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maintenance, as well as a brief list of supplies and replacement parts.
PN B05529AE
provides a brief physical and functional description of the centrifuge,
contains centrifuge operating procedures.
lists diagnostic messages and other possible malfunctions,
contains procedures for routine operator care and

Introduction

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