Beckman Coulter Avanti J-25 User manual

Instruction Manual
J325I-IM-7
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High-Performance Centrifuge
Avanti® J-25

Symbol
Symbol
Symbole
Símbolo
Title / Titel / Titre / Titulo / Titolo /
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
centrifuge.
Safety During Installation and/or Maintenance
This centrifuge is designed to be installed by a Beckman Coulter field service representa-
tive. Installation by anyone other than authorized Beckman Coulter personnel invalidates
any warranty covering the instrument.
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 turned off and the instrument is disconnected from the main power source,
and refer such servicing to qualified personnel.
Be sure to use the anchoring system to secure the centrifuge in place. The anchoring
system is designed to reduce the possibility of injury or damage which could result from
instrument movement in the event of a major rotor mishap.
Electrical Safety
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment uses a three or five-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 centrifuge.
• 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 centrifuge and damage electrical or mechanical components.
Safety Against Risk of Fire
This centrifuge is not designed for use with materials capable of developing flammable
or explosive vapors. Do not centrifuge such materials (for example, chloroform or ethyl
alcohol) in this instrument nor handle or store them near the centrifuge.
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Mechanical Safety
For safe operation of the equipment, observe the following:
• Use only the Beckman Coulter rotors and accessories designed for use in this
centrifuge.
• Do not exceed the maximum rated speed of the rotor in use.
• NEVER attempt to slow or stop a rotor by hand.
• Do not lift or move the centrifuge while a rotor is spinning.
• NEVER attempt to override the door interlock system while the rotor is spinning.
• Do not lean on the centrifuge or place items on it 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 centrifuge, 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 these fluids are free of micro-organisms. Some of the most
virulent—Hepatitis (B and C) viruses and HIV (I–V), 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 centrifuge 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 Beckman Coulter Field Service.

J325I-IM-7
January 2007
Instruction Manual
®
High-Performance Centrifuge
© 2007 Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Printed in the U.S.A.
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