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Maintenance
Concentrator plus/Vacufuge® plus
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6.3.2 Cleaning and disinfecting the rotor
1. Inspect the rotor and accessories for damage and corrosion. Do not use any damaged rotors or
accessories.
2. Clean and disinfect the rotors and accessories with the recommended cleaning agents.
3. Rinse the rotors and accessories thoroughly with water.
4. Place rotors and accessories on a towel to dry.
5. Inspect the rotor cone for damage.
6. Clean the rotor cone with a soft, dry and lint-free cloth. Do not lubricate the rotor cone.
7. Place the dry rotor onto the motor shaft.
8. Leave the rotor lid open when the rotor is not being used.
6.4 Breakage of glass
When using glass tubes there is a risk of glass breakage in the rotor chamber. The resulting glass splinters
are swirled around in the rotor chamber during centrifugation and have a sandblasting effect on the rotor
and accessories. The smallest glass particles become lodged in the rubber parts (e.g., the motor guide, the
rotor chamber seal, and the rubber mats of adapters).
Effects of glass breakage in the rotor chamber:
•Fine black metal abrasion in the rotor chamber (in metal rotor chambers)
•The surfaces of the rotor chamber and accessories are scratched.
•The chemical resistance of the rotor chamber is reduced.
•Contamination of samples
•Wear on rubber parts
How to proceed in case of glass breakage
1. Remove all splinters and glass powder from the rotor chamber and accessories.
2. Thoroughly clean the rotor and rotor chamber.
3. If required, replace the adapters to prevent any further damage.
4. Check the rotor regularly for residues or damage.
NOTICE! Glass breakage in the rotor chamber
Glass tubes in the rotor chamber may break if the g-force is too high. Broken glass can
damage the rotor, accessories and samples.
Please note the manufacturer's information on the recommended centrifugation
parameters (load and speed).
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