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 Requirements concerning the personnel.........................................................................18
3.5 Informal safety instructions .............................................................................................19
3.6 Safety instructions ..........................................................................................................20
3.6.1 Electrical safety .........................................................................................................20
3.6.2 Mechanical safety......................................................................................................20
3.6.3 Fire prevention...........................................................................................................21
3.6.4 Chemical and biological safety ..................................................................................21
3.6.5 Safety instructions for centrifugation..........................................................................22
3.6.6 Resistance of plastics................................................................................................22
3.6.7 Safety of rotors and accessories................................................................................23
3.6.7.1 Marking of rotors and accessories......................................................................23
3.6.7.2 Service life (for centrifuges according to Machinery Directive) ...........................23
3.6.7.3 Service life (for centrifuges according to the IVD regulation)..............................24
3.6.7.4 Service life of the Sigma "Comfort" rotor coating................................................25
3.7 Safety devices ................................................................................................................27
3.7.1 Lid lock device...........................................................................................................27
3.7.2 Standstill monitoring system......................................................................................27
3.7.3 System check............................................................................................................27
3.7.4 Earth conductor check...............................................................................................27
3.7.5 Imbalance monitoring system....................................................................................27
3.7.6 Rotor monitoring system............................................................................................27
3.8 Measures in the event of hazards and accidents ............................................................28
3.9 Remaining hazards.........................................................................................................28
