Table of Contents About this document ................3 Safety information ................5 On delivery ..................... 7 Moving ÄKTA readyflux transport crates ........... 8 Unpacking ÄKTA readyflux ..............11 After unpacking ..................28 Recycling information ................30 Index ......................31 ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
About this document Read this before unpacking ÄKTA readyflux The instructions in this document provide information that is important for safety during the unpacking of ÄKTA™ readyflux. Read the entire document carefully before starting to unpack the system. Scope of the ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions This document includes general procedures that describe: •...
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CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. It is important not to proceed until all stated conditions are met and clearly understood. NOTICE NOTICE indicates instructions that must be followed to avoid damage to the product or other equipment.
Safety information General precautions WARNING The product must be installed and prepared by Cytiva personnel or a third party authorized by Cytiva. WARNING Move transport crates. Make sure that the lifting equipment has the capacity to safely lift the crate weight. Make sure that the crate is properly balanced so that it will not accidentally tip when moved.
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CAUTION The wheels of ÄKTA readyflux must be locked during normal use. The wheels must be unlocked only when moving the unit. CAUTION The product is designed for indoor use only. CAUTION Packing crates may have been exposed to pesticides, depending on the regulations of the country of delivery.
ÄKTA readyflux transport crates, on page 8 when moving the crates. Contact your Cytiva representative and inform of the delivery and of any damage that has been observed. Inform also about anything written on the receiving documents concerning transportation damage.
Moving ÄKTA readyflux transport crates Crate dimensions The ÄKTA readyflux system is shipped in crates with the following dimensions. Crate Dimensions W × D × H (cm) ÄKTA readyflux instrument 125 × 100 × 175 Bagkart 107 × 96 × 178 Fluxkart 85 ×...
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WARNING Heavy object. The ramp is not reinforced in the center. Do not use a pallet lifter or forklift on the ramp. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Procedure Follow these instructions when moving ÄKTA readyflux transport crates. Step Action Check that the lifting equipment has the capacity to safely lift the weight of the crates and the ÄKTA readyflux system. Read and carefully follow the instructions provided by the labels and symbols on the transport crate.
Unpacking ÄKTA readyflux Introduction This section describes the area, procedures and tools required to unpack the system from the transport crate. Precautions WARNING Heavy object. The ramp is not reinforced in the center. Do not use a pallet lifter or forklift on the ramp. WARNING Heavy object.
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Note: The clearance height required to unpack the ÄKTA readyflux system will depend on the equipment used to lift and move the system. For information about weights and dimensions see Crate weight, on page 8 Crate dimensions, on page Required tools and equipment The following tools and equipment are required for unpacking the system: •...
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Unpacking ÄKTA readyflux Step Action Place the pallet with the crate on a hard, horizontal floor with at least 350 cm of free space on the ramp side of the crate. The ramp side is marked with guides for the ramp supports. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Loosen the clips on the ramp panel of the crate using a flat-head screwdriver. Press and lift the screwdriver up to remove the clips. Leave the central two clips till last to prevent the panel from tipping. Hold the ramp panel in place when loosening the last clips.
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Step Action Fold the ramp panel down until it rests on the floor. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Lift out and keep the box. The box contains accessories. Pull out the two wooden ramp supports from under the instrument. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Remove the foam blocks from the top and bottom of the instrument. Prepare the ramp: a. Fold up the ramp panel and place the ramp supports on the floor. b. Align the ramp supports with the guides provided on the ramp panel. c.
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Step Action Release the brakes on the wheels of the instrument by flipping the locking handles upwards. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Carefully roll the instrument down the ramp. Make sure that the motion is controlled and that there is ample free space in front of the crate so that the instrument will not accidentally hit any object or person. WARNING Heavy object.
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Step Action After positioning the instrument at its designated location, lock the wheels. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Unpacking Bagkart Step Action Place the pallet with the crate on a hard, horizontal floor with at least 350 cm of free space on the ramp side of the crate. The ramp side is reinforced with planks. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Loosen the clips on the ramp panel of the crate using a flat-head screwdriver. Press and lift the screwdriver up to remove the clips. Leave the central two clips till last to prevent the panel from tipping. Hold the ramp panel in place when loosening the last clips.
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Step Action Fold the ramp panel down until it rests on the floor. Remove the foam blocks from the top and bottom of the Bagkart trolley. Release the brakes on the wheels of the Bagkart trolley by flipping the locking handles upwards. ÄKTA readyflux Unpacking Instructions 29178997 AC...
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Step Action Carefully roll the Bagkart trolley down the ramp. Make sure that the motion is controlled and that there is ample free space in front of the crate so that the Bagkart trolley will not accidentally hit any object or person. One person holding the handle bar is enough to manage the Bagkart trolley.
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Step Action After positioning the Bagkart trolley at its designated location, lock the wheels. Unpacking Fluxkart Step Action Place the pallet with the crate on a hard, horizontal floor with at least 300 cm of free space on the ramp side of the crate. Loosen the clips on the ramp panel of the crate using a flat-head screwdriver.
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Step Action Fold the ramp panel down until it rests on the floor. Loosen the clips of the crate top and lift it off. Loosen the clips on the other panels of the crate using a flat-head screwdriver in the same way as for the ramp panel. Fold the panels down or lift them away so that the Fluxkart trolley becomes accessible.
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Step Action Carefully roll the Fluxkart trolley down the ramp. Make sure that the motion is controlled and that there is ample free space in front of the crate so that the Fluxkart trolley will not accidentally hit any object or person. One person holding the handle bar is enough to manage the Fluxkart trolley.
Visually inspect all ÄKTA readyflux components for potential damage during transportation. Make a written record of any damage found and report the damage, together with any written comment on the receiving documents, to your local Cytiva representative. Check accessories A packing list is placed on the inside of the ÄKTA readyflux system packing crate.
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Moving after unpacking WARNING Heavy object. Because of the significant weight of the product, great care must be taken not to cause squeezing or crushing injuries during movement. At least two, but preferably three or more, people are recommended when moving the unit. CAUTION The wheels of ÄKTA readyflux must be locked during normal use.
Recycling information Recycle empty crates Recycle the empty packing crates and packaging materials in accordance with current local rules and regulations. CAUTION Packing crates may have been exposed to pesticides, depending on the regulations of the country of delivery. Recycle packing crates according to local recommendations for pesticide-treated wood.
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