Beckman Coulter Avanti J-15 Series User manual

PN B80286AC
March 2018
Instructions For Use
Avanti J-15 Series Centrifuges
Rx Only in the U.S.A.
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.

Avanti J-15 Series Centrifuges for In Vitro Diagnostic
Use
Instructions for Use
PN B80286AC (March 2018)
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Original Instructions

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Revision History
For updates, go to techdocs.beckmancoulter.com and download the most recent manual or system
help for your instrument.
Initial Issue B80286AA, 05/2017
Issue AB, 09/2017
Changes or additions were made in the following: CHAPTER 1, Status Icons and Buttons; CHAPTER
1, Specifications.
Issue AC, 03/2018
Changes or additions were made in the following: Table 1.3, Specifications;
Table 3.1, Diagnostics/User Messages Chart; CHAPTER 3, Retrieving Your Sample in Case of a Power
Failure; APPENDIX A, Space and Location Requirements; Figure A.2.
Note: Changes that are part of the most recent revision are indicated in text by a bar in the left margin of
the amended page.

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Revision History

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Safety Notice
Read all product manuals and consult with Beckman Coulter-trained personnel before attempting
to operate instrument. Do not attempt to perform any procedure before carefully reading all
instructions. Always follow product labeling and manufacturer’s recommendations. If in doubt as
to how to proceed in any situation, contact us.
Beckman Coulter, Inc. urges its customers and employees to comply with all national health and
safety standards such as the use of barrier protection. This may include, but is not limited to,
protective eyewear, gloves, and suitable laboratory attire when operating or maintaining this or
any other automated laboratory instrumentation. Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such
as gloves, eye shields, and lab coats when performing any procedure. To avoid injury, observe and
follow all the warnings and cautions throughout this manual.
WARNING
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Beckman Coulter, Inc., the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Alerts for Danger, Warning, Caution, and Note
All Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions in this document include an exclamation point, framed within
a triangle.
The exclamation point symbol is an international symbol which serves as a reminder that all safety
instructions should be read and understood before installation, use, maintenance, and servicing are
attempted.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.