Thermo Scientific BioCane CK50900 Series User manual

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User Manual
BioCane™ Type CK50900
Cryobiological Storage essel
peration Manual and Parts List LT509X17 (7000807) Rev. 9

Thermo Scientific
Manual Number LT509X17 (7000807)
9 41864 11/07/17 Removed CE mark, number bpg
8 41238 12/20/16 Combined languages to one file slb
7 40578 2/23/16 Clarified Do Not Roll warning ccs
6 -- 10/27/15 Updated symbols and labels, added cautions ccs
5 30559 11/12/13 Added warnings and cautions to pg 1-2, environmental conditions to pg 2-1 ccs
4 27797 9/21/11 Added manufacturer icon and euro rep ccs
3 27547 7/28/11 Updated specs - BioCane 73 vials from 2880 to 2016 ccs
2 27457/SI-10618 7/21/11 Added CE number to pg 2-1 ccs
1 -- 2/24/11 Added part numbers for replacement canisters ccs
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Catalog Number Model Number Name
CK509X2 807 BioCane 20
CK509X3 808 BioCane 34
CK509X4 809 BioCane 47
CK509X6 820 BioCane 73

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Contains Parts and Assemblies
Susceptible to Damage by
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
CAUTION
Important Read this instruction manual. Failure to read, understand and follow instructions in this
manual may result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment
performance. s
Caution All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel. s
Caution It is recommended to have this vessel tested by the manufacturer or qualified cryovessel service
technician every 7-10 years, regardless of any problems (or lack thereof) you may have had in the past.
This will help insure your samples against sudden loss of liquid nitrogen due to vacuum failure. s
Warning Nitrogen gas can cause suffocation without warning. Store and use liquid nitrogen only in a
well-ventilated place. As the liquid evaporates, the resulting gas displaces the normal air in the area.
(The cloudy vapor that appears when liquid nitrogen is exposed to the air is condensed moisture, not
the gas itself. The issuing gas is invisible.) In closed areas, excessive amounts of nitrogen gas reduces the
concentration of oxygen and can result in asphyxiation. Because nitrogen gas is colorless, odorless, and
tasteless, it cannot be detected by the human senses. Breathing an atmosphere that contains less than
19.5% oxygen can cause dizziness and quickly result in unconsciousness and death. Therefore, the use
of oxygen monitoring equipment is strongly recommended. s
Warning Contact of liquid nitrogen with the skin or eyes may cause serious (freezing) injury. s
Warning Do not roll. Always keep liquid nitrogen vessel in an upright position. Exercise caution to
prevent spilling and splashing. s
aterial in this manual is for information purposes only. The contents and the product it describes are subject
to change without notice. Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this
manual. In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to
the use of this manual.
In ended Use:
The Thermo Fisher Scientific cryogenic storage vessels are intended to store biological samples at cryogenic
temperatures. These products are comprised of a vessel and a lid, with or without a level monitor.
Unin ended Use:
These products are not intended for use within the patient environment.
When this manual is translated into other languages, the US English version is binding.
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Important operating and/or maintenance instructions. Read the accompanying text carefully.
Extreme temperature hazards. Only qualified persons should perform procedures associated with this
symbol.
Potential biological hazards. Proper protective equipment and procedures must be used.
WEEE Compliance: Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with companies for recycling/disposal in
each EU ember State. For further information, send an email to [email protected].
4Always use the proper protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles, etc.)
4Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
4Always follow good hygiene practices.
4Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety.

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