Warning ® FastGene Plate Centrifuge has been tested and found to comply with safety limits for the CE regulation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. It is strongly recommended for the user to read the following points carefully before operating this equipment.
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® FastGene Plate Centrifuge has been designed to use with shielded wires thus minimizing any potential shock hazard to the user. Nippon Genetics Europe recommends against the use of unshielded wires. To avoid electrical shock: 1. In the event of solution accidentally spilled into the instrument, it must be dried out for a period of time, at least 2 hours, and restored to NORMAL CONDITION before each operation.
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Avoiding Damage to the Instrument 1. Do not attempt to operate the device if it is damaged. 2. Protect this unit from physical damage, corrosive agents and extreme temperatures (direct sunlight, etc.). 3. For proper ventilation and safety concerns, keep at least 10 cm of space behind the instrument, and at least 5 cm of space on each side.
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Symbols ® The symbols used on the FastGene Plate Centrifuge are explained below. Indicates an area where a potential shock hazard may exist. Consult the manual to avoid possible personal injury or instrument damage. ATTENTION: Hot surface! Indicates disposal instruction. DO NOT throw this unit into a municipal trash bin when this unit has reached the end of its lifetime.
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Potential Risk and Preventive Measure 1. Risk assessment table Potential Risk Frequent Likely Possible Rare Unlikely Frequency √ Bruise √ Burn √ Scald √ Drop Power cord plug √ wrong 2. Preventative measures of risk Potential Risk Preventive measures Bruise Do not put the machine near the table edge.
Section 1 Introduction ® The FastGene Plate Centrifuge is designed to meet the requirement of accurate and simply centrifugation of 96 or 384 well plates, small foot print and ease of use. ® FastGene Plate Centrifuge is capable of up to 480 x g. The microprocessor controller helps providing precise spinning control, whether you need a PCR or an ELISA plate being centrifuged.
Section 3 Installation Instructions ® The FastGene Plate Centrifuge is actually a pre-installed instrument. As long as it is placed on a sturdy and level surface in a safe, dry place, and is inserted with equally heavy plates, it is ready for operation. Section 4 Device Operation Instructions Controls and Features Please refer to below figures on the following page for the location of the...
Turn On the Instrument ® 1. Place Programmable FastGene Plate Centrifuge on a sturdy, level surface in a safe, dry place away from laboratory traffic. 2. Ensure that the AC power switch is OFF, and then plug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet of the appropriate voltage.
Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide Many operating problems may be solved by carefully reading and following the instructions in this manual accordingly. Some suggestions for troubleshooting are given below. Should these suggestions not resolve the problem, contact our SERVICE DEPARTMENT or a distributor in your region for assistance. If troubleshooting service is required, please include a full description of the problem.
All claims made under this warranty must be presented to Nippon Genetics Europe within one year following the date of delivery of the product to the customer.
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