Safety Information; Warning Symbols; Safety Instructions - VWR avantor MICRO STAR 30R Instruction Manual

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before using the machine, make sure to read and understand this manual thoroughly. Keep the
manual close to the machine, easily accessible to all the users.
Improper operation can cause injury to persons or damage to the equipment.

1.1 WARNING SYMBOLS

The following are the warning symbols that are used in this manual.
This symbol indicates a potential risk and alerts you to proceed with caution.

1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In the interest of your own personal safety, always observe the following safety instructions:
• Do not use rotors and buckets, which show clear signs of corrosion or mechanical defects.
Please check the accessories at regular intervals.
• Always load the rotor with the same test tubes on all positions or symmetrically with the pairs of
the same test tubes. To prevent negative consequences of unbalanced rotor, like damaged
bearings and motor axle, or inadequate results of centrifugation, equal or equally loaded test
tubes must be symmetrically arranged according to the rotation axis.
• Please use only the original accessories for centrifugation.
• Do not move or knock the centrifuge during operation!
• Repairs must only be performed by an authorized service technician.
• The centrifuge may only be used for specified applications. It may not be used in a
hazardous or potentially flammable environment or for centrifugation of explosive or highly
reactive substances.
• When handling toxic, aggressive or radioactive materials, observe national regulations or
regulations defined by World Health Organization.
• Fluids or materials used for cleaning and disinfecting should be disposed of in accordance
with approved laboratory regulations.
• If any liquids are spilled in the rotor chamber, on the rotor or accessories, the surfaces must
be cleaned immediately. You can use a damp cloth and mild soap solution. This is
particularly important for the cleaning of the bores of the fixed-angle rotors.
• Density of the liquid must not be exceeded 1.2 g/ml at maximum rotational speed.
• During longer spin times, test tubes may heat up. Observe the requirements and regulations
specified by test tube manufacturer.
• The use of organic solvents and reagents may have adverse effect on the stability of plastic
test tubes.
• Rotors are high-grade components which are subjected to extreme mechanical strain.
Aluminium rotors are protected against corrosion.
• Please ensure that the rotors are protected from mechanical damage. Even slight scratches
and cracks can cause severe inner damage to the rotor material.
• Please clean your rotors regularly using a neutral cleaning liquid (e.g. Extran). This will
protect the rotors and maintain their service life.
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