Sartorius Centrisart G-16 User manual

Translation of the original operating manual
sb
09/2015
Rev. 1.3 of 02/03/2017
G-16;Version; ; ;
Version
WZG6001-e150401
Operating Manual
CentrisartG-16
Laboratory centrifuge from serial no.
157603
98648-020-94

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37075 Göttingen
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Table of contents
Version 09/2015, Rev. 1.3 of 02/03/2017
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Translation of the original operating manual, WZG6001-e150401
1General information...........................................................................................................................................9
1.1 Importance of the operating manual......................................................................................................................9
1.2 Intended use....................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3 Warranty and liability..................................................................................................................................................9
1.4 Copyright.......................................................................................................................................................................10
1.5 Standards and regulations........................................................................................................................................10
1.6 Scope of supply............................................................................................................................................................10
2Layout and mode of operation.......................................................................................................................11
2.1 Layout of the centrifuge...........................................................................................................................................11
2.1.1 Functional and operating elements................................................................................................................11
2.1.2 Name plate.............................................................................................................................................................12
2.2 Mode of operation......................................................................................................................................................13
2.2.1 Centrifugation principle.....................................................................................................................................13
2.2.2 Area of application...............................................................................................................................................13
2.2.2.1 Speed, radius, and relative centrifugal force.....................................................................................14
2.2.2.2 Density...........................................................................................................................................................14
3Safety...................................................................................................................................................................15
3.1 Marking of the unit....................................................................................................................................................15
3.2 Explanation of the symbols and notes..................................................................................................................16
3.3 Responsibility of the operator.................................................................................................................................17
3.4 Operating personnel...................................................................................................................................................17
3.5 Informal safety instructions.....................................................................................................................................17
3.6 Safety instructions......................................................................................................................................................18
3.6.1 Electrical safety.....................................................................................................................................................18
3.6.2 Mechanical safety.................................................................................................................................................18
3.6.3 Fire prevention......................................................................................................................................................19
3.6.4 Chemical and biological safety.........................................................................................................................19
3.6.5 Safety instructions for centrifugation...........................................................................................................20
3.6.6 Resistance of plastics...........................................................................................................................................20
3.6.7 Service life of rotors and accessories..............................................................................................................20
3.7 Safety devices...............................................................................................................................................................21
3.7.1 Lid lock device.......................................................................................................................................................21
3.7.2 Standstill monitoring system............................................................................................................................21
3.7.3 System check..........................................................................................................................................................21
3.7.4 Earth conductor check........................................................................................................................................21
3.7.5 Imbalance monitoring system...........................................................................................................................21
3.7.6 Rotor monitoring system....................................................................................................................................21
3.8 Measures in the event of hazards and accidents...............................................................................................22
3.9 Remaining hazards......................................................................................................................................................22