Beckman Coulter Airfuge User manual

AF-IM-13
Instruction Manual
Airfuge®
Air-Driven Ultracentrifuge
®

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Symbol
Symbole
Símbolo
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Dangerous voltage
Gefährliche elektrische Spannung
Courant haute tension
Voltaje peligroso
Pericolo: alta tensione
Attention, consult accompanying documents
Achtung! Begleitpapiere beachten!
Attention, consulter les documents joints
Atención, consulte los documentos adjuntos
Attenzione: consultare le informazioni allegate
On (power)
Ein (Netzverbindung)
Marche (mise sous tension)
Encendido
Acceso (sotto tensione)
Off (power)
Aus (Netzverbindung)
Arrêt (mise hors tension)
Apagado
Spento (fuori tensione)
Protective earth (ground)
Schutzleiteranschluß
Liaison à la terre
Puesta a tierra de protección
Collegamento di protezione a terra
Earth (ground)
Erde
Terre
Tierra
Scarica a terra
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SAFETY NOTICE
This safety notice summarizes information basic to the safe operation of the equipment
described in this manual. The international symbol displayed above is a reminder that all
safety instructions should be read and understood before installation, operation, mainte-
nance, or repair of this instrument. When you see the symbol on other pages, pay special
attention to the safety information presented. Observance of safety precautions will also
help to avoid actions that could damage or adversely affect the performance of the
equipment.
Safety During Installation and/or Maintenance
Locate the ultracentrifuge in a clean, safe, uncluttered environment.
Any servicing of this equipment that requires removal of any covers can expose parts
which involve the risk of electric shock or personal injury. Make sure that the power
switch is off and the ultracentrifuge is disconnected from the main power source, and refer
such servicing to qualified personnel.
Do not replace any ultracentrifuge components with parts not specified for use on this
instrument.
Electrical Safety
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this instrument uses a three-wire electrical cord and
plug to connect this equipment to earth-ground. To preserve this safety feature:
• Make sure that the matching wall outlet receptacle is properly wired and earth-
grounded. Check that the line voltage agrees with the voltage listed on the name-rating
plate affixed to the instrument.
• Never use a three-to-two wire plug adapter.
• Never use a two-wire extension cord or a two-wire non-grounding type of multiple-
outlet receptacle strip.
Do not place containers holding liquid on or near the chamber door. If they spill, liquid
may get into the instrument and damage electrical or mechanical components.
Safety Against Risk of Fire
Fuses protect certain electrical circuits within this instrument against overcurrent condi-
tions. For continued protection against the risk of fire, replace only with the same type and
rating specified.
This instrument is not designed for use with materials capable of developing flammable or
explosive vapors. Do not centrifuge such materials (such as chloroform or ethyl alcohol)
in this instrument nor handle or store them within the required 30-cm (1-ft) area
surrounding the ultracentrifuge.
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Mechanical Safety
For safe operation of the equipment, observe the following:
• Use only the rotors and accessories designed for use in this ultracentrifuge.
• Never operate the instrument without a rotor cap or lid installed on the rotor.
• Do not exceed the maximum rated speed of the rotor in use.
• NEVER attempt to slow or stop the rotor by hand.
• Do not lift or move the ultracentrifuge while the rotor is spinning.
• NEVER open the chamber door while the rotor is spinning. The instrument has a
protective window to allow safe observation of rotor motion.
• Maintain a 7.6-cm (3-in.) clearance envelope around the ultracentrifuge while it is
running. During operation you should come within the envelope only to adjust instru-
ment controls, if necessary. Never bring any flammable substances within the 30-cm
(1-ft) area surrounding the ultracentrifuge. Never lean on the instrument or place items
on the ultracentrifuge while it is operating.
Chemical and Biological Safety
Normal operation may involve the use of solutions and test samples that are pathogenic,
toxic, or radioactive. Such materials should not be used in this ultracentrifuge, however,
unless all necessary safety precautions are taken.
• Observe all cautionary information printed on the original solution containers prior to
their use.
• Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known test offers
complete assurance that they are free of micro-organisms. Some of the most virulent—
Hepatitis (B and C) and HIV (I–V) viruses, atypical mycobacteria, and certain systemic
fungi—further emphasize the need for aerosol protection. Handle other infectious
samples according to good laboratory procedures and methods to prevent spread of
disease. Because spills may generate aerosols, observe proper safety precautions for
aerosol containment. Do not run toxic, pathogenic, or radioactive materials in this
instrument without taking appropriate safety precautions. Biosafe containment should
be used when Risk Group II materials (as identified in the World Health Organization
Laboratory Biosafety Manual) are handled; materials of a higher group require more
than one level of protection.
• Dispose of all waste solutions according to appropriate environmental health and safety
guidelines.
It is your responsibility to decontaminate the instrument and accessories before
requesting service by a Beckman Coulter representative.

AF-IM-13
December 2007
Instruction Manual
Airfuge
®
Air-Driven Ultracentrifuge
© 2007 Beckman Coulter, Inc.