Cleaning The Vspin - Agilent Technologies Velocity11 VSpin User Manual

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Cleaning the VSpin

Overview
Cleaning Hazards
Cleaning Procedure
To clean the VSpin, use soap, a mild detergent or an organic solvent
such as isopropyl alcohol (propan-2-ol) on a cloth. Wipe off the inner
shield surfaces, rotor and buckets. The buckets can be removed for
thorough cleaning and inspection.
!! DAMAGE HAZARD !!
cleaning agents or metal brushes to clean any VSpin components
or accessories. Do not use any concentration of bleach (sodium
hypoclorite). Do not allow cleaning agents to contact any
electrical or sensitive mechanical components, such as the
central motor seal or the bucket pivot bearings.
!! DAMAGE HAZARD !!
Do not let liquids contact:
The electronic components
Mechanical components inside the motor assembly
The spindle support assembly
!! INJURY HAZARD !!
communications cables before performing any maintenance or
cleaning.
To clean the VSpin:
1. Remove the buckets.
See "Removing a Bucket" on page 71.
This allows a more thorough cleaning and inspection of the VSpin
interior.
2. Clean the VSpin, using the guidelines stated above.
3. Replace the buckets.
See "To install or replace a bucket:" on page 31.
Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Do not use harsh abrasives, corrosive
Trapped liquids may cause corrosion.
Disconnect the power, air and
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