Version 04/2008, Rev. 1.18 of 07/06/2012 page 18 of 65
Translation of the original operating manual
• Infectious, toxic, pathogenic, and radioactive substances must be centrifuged
in certified rotors and vessels. Take suitable precautions for your own
safety if there is a risk of toxic, radioactive, or pathogenic
contamination.
• Please comply with the special precautions for taking care of the
centrifuges and accessories. These are measures for maintaining
operational safety! (see chapter 7 "Care and Maintenance", page 43)
Attention!
• Ensure that all repairs are performed only by authorized and specialized
personnel (see 6.2.7 "Service Contact", page 42).
2.5.1 Special Hazards
• Do not open the lid when the rotor is in motion!
• Do not reach into the rotor chamber when the rotor is in motion!
• Do not hold your fingers between the lid and the housing when closing the lid.
Risk of crushing!
• Do not use the centrifuge if the rotor is overloaded. (see 2.4 " Safety
Instructions for Centrifugation", page 16).
• Do not use the centrifuge if the rotors and inserts show signs of corrosion or
other defects.
• Do not use the centrifuge if the rotor is loaded asymmetrically.
• Do not use the centrifuge with tubes that are excessively long.
• Do not use the centrifuge within hazardous locations.
• Do not spin explosive or inflammable substances.
• Materials that chemically react with each other with a high level of energy are
prohibited.