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 Safety of rotors and accessories................................................................................21
3.6.7.1 Service life.........................................................................................................21
3.7 Safety devices ................................................................................................................22
3.7.1 Lid lock device...........................................................................................................22
3.7.2 System check............................................................................................................22
3.8 Measures in the event of hazards and accidents ............................................................22
3.9 Remaining hazards.........................................................................................................22
4Storage and transport ....................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Dimensions and weight...................................................................................................23
4.2 Storage conditions..........................................................................................................23
4.3 Notes on transport..........................................................................................................23
4.4 Packaging.......................................................................................................................24
4.5 Transport safety device...................................................................................................24
