Cleaning - Beckman Coulter Avanti J-HC Instructions For Use Manual

Care and Maintenance
Maintenance
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Wipe condensation out of the rotor chamber between runs with a sponge or clean cloth to
prevent chamber icing.

Cleaning

Clean the centrifuge frequently. Always clean up spills when they occur to prevent corrosives or
contaminants from drying on component surfaces.
NOTE
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended by the
manufacture, users should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the
equipment.
1
To prevent accumulations of sample, dust, and/or glass particles from broken sample tubes,
keep the chamber clean and dry by frequent wiping with a cloth or paper towel.
a. For thorough cleaning, wash the chamber using a mild detergent such as Solution 555.
b. Dilute the detergent with water (10 parts water to 1 part detergent).
c. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
2
Clean the centrifuge exterior surfaces by wiping with a cloth dampened with Solution 555.
Dilute the detergent with water (10 parts water to 1 part detergent).
Do not use acetone.
3
Clean the drive hub regularly using Solution 555 and a soft brush.
a. Dilute the detergent with water (10 parts water to 1 part detergent).
b. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
Tube Breakage
If a glass tube breaks, and all the glass is not contained in the bucket or rotor, be sure to thoroughly
clean the chamber.
WARNING
Be careful when examining or cleaning the chamber and chamber gasket, as sharp
glass fragments may be embedded in their surfaces.
1
Examine the chamber gasket to make sure that no glass particles are retained in it.
Carefully remove any glass particles that may remain.
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PN J3HC-IM-5AD