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Preparation
WARNING
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It is the obligation of the operator to make sure, that the proper protective clothing is
used. Mind the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual" of the World Health Organization
(WHO) and the regulations in your country.
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Do not make any changes to the mechanical components of the rotor.
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Do not touch the electronic components of the centrifuge nor alter any electronic or
mechanical components.
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Use only with rotors which have been properly installed. Follow the instructions on the
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Do not use rotors, buckets or accessories which show any signs of removed protective
coating, corrosion or cracks. Contact customer service for further advice or
inspections.
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Use only with rotors which have been loaded properly.
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Never overload the rotor.
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Always balance the samples.
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Use only rotors and accessories for this centrifuge which have been approved by
VWR.
Exceptions to this rule are commercially available glass or plastic centrifuge labware,
provided they have been designed to fit rotor or adapter cavities and are approved for
the speed or the RCF value of the rotor.
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Make sure the rotor is locked properly into place before operating the centrifuge.
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Implement measures which ensure that no one can approach the centrifuge for longer
than absolutely necessary while it is running.
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If used for foodstuffs, machinery for cosmetics or pharmaceutical products, only use
closed or aerosol-tight containers for centrifugation.
Hazardous Substances
WARNING
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Especially when working with corrosive samples (salt solutions, acids, bases), the
accessory parts and vessel have to be cleaned thoroughly.
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Do not centrifuge explosive or flammable materials or substances.
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The centrifuge is neither inert nor protected against explosion. Never use the
centrifuge in an explosion-prone environment.
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Do not centrifuge toxic or radioactive materials or any pathogenic micro-organisms
without suitable safety precautions.
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rotor exchange.
VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R ver b, rel 17.07.2020
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