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Rotors and Accessories Inspection
NOT ICE
After thoroughly cleaning rotor and accessories, they should be inspected for damage and wear�
Metal Parts
Ensure that the black protective coating is complete� It can be removed through wear and chemical
attack and can lead to unseen corrosions� Any signs of corrosions, such as rust or white / metallic
pitting, the rotor or accessories should be immediately removed from service� Particular attention
should be taken with the bottom of buckets on swing out rotors and tube cavities on fixed angle
rotors�
Plastic Parts
Check for signs of plastic crazing, fading, bruising or cracking�
Thermo Scientific Sorvall ST 8FR Centrifuge
Do not use a rotor or accessories with signs of damage.
Make sure that rotor, buckets and accessories are within their service
lifetime (age and cycles).
It is recommended to check rotors and accessories within a yearly routine
inspection to ensure safety.
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