Decontamination; Sterilization And Disinfection; Tube Breakage - Beckman Coulter Spinchron DLX Instruction Manual

DECONTAMINATION

STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION

TUBE BREAKAGE

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Flammability hazard. Do not use in or near an operating centrifuge.
If the centrifuge and/or accessories are contaminated with radioactive
or pathogenic solutions, perform appropriate decontamination proce-
dures. Refer to Chemical Resistances (publication IN-175) to be sure
the decontamination method will not damage any part of the
centrifuge.
The centrifuge is finished with urethane paint. Ethanol (70%)
be used on this surface. See Chemical Resistances for more informa-
tion regarding chemical resistance of centrifuge and accessory
materials.
While Beckman Coulter has tested this method and found that it does
not damage the centrifuge, no guarantee of sterility or disinfection is
expressed or implied. When sterilization or disinfection is a concern,
consult your laboratory safety officer regarding proper methods
to use.
If a glass tube breaks, and all the glass is not contained in the bucket
or rotor, thoroughly clean the interior of the chamber bowl.
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CAUTION
Be careful when examining or cleaning the
gasket or chamber, as sharp glass fragments
may be embedded in their surfaces.
• Examine the gasket to make sure that it is free of glass particles.
Carefully remove any glass particles that may remain. If glass is
under the gasket, call Beckman Coulter Field Service to replace
the gasket.
• Carefully wipe away any glass particles that remain in the bowl.
Care and Maintenance
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