Beckman Coulter Avanti J-E User manual

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January 2013
Instructions For Use
Avanti J-E
High-Performance Centrifuge
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.

Avanti J-E
High-Performance Centrifuge
PN SJ-IM-8AB (January 2013)
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Safety Notice
Read all product manuals and consult with Beckman Coulter-trained personnel before attempting
to operate the 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 your Beckman Coulter Representative.
Alerts for Warning, Caution, and Note
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
NOTE
NOTE is used to call attention to notable information that should be followed during installation, use,
or servicing of this equipment.
Safety During Installation and/or Maintenance
This instrument is designed to be installed by a Beckman Coulter Field Service representative.
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 an the
instrument is disconnected from the main power source by removing the Mains (power) plug from
the outlet receptacle, and refer such servicing to qualified personnel.
Use the anchoring system to secure the centrifuge in place. The anchoring system is designed to
reduce the possibility of injury or damage that could result from instrument movement in the event
of a major rotor mishap.
Do not replace any centrifuge components with parts not specified for use on this instrument.

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Safety Notice
Electrical Safety
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 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 instrument and damage electrical or mechanical components.
Safety Against Risk of Fire
Fuses protect certain electrical circuits within this instrument against overcurrent conditions. 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 (for example, chloroform or ethyl alcohol) in
this instrument nor handle or store them within the required 30-cm (1-ft area surrounding the
instrument.
Mechanical Safety
For safe operation of the equipment, observe the following:
• Use only rotors and accessories designed for use in this instrument.
• 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.
• In the event of a power failure, do not attempt to retrieve the sample from the centrifuge for at
least 1 hour. Then follow the instructions for sample recovery in CHAPTER 3, Troubleshooting.

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Safety Notice
Chemical and Biological Safety
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 instrument, 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 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.