Sigma 3-16L User Manual

Laboratory Centrifuge Sigma 3-16L
Laboratory Centrifuge Sigma 3-16L IVD
Table of contents
Version 03/2014, Rev. 2.22 of 24/10/2023 • sb
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Original operating manual, part no. 0700902
1 General 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
2 Layout 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
3 Safety .................................................................................................................................. 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

Sigma 3-16L Specifications

General

Brand	Sigma
Model	3-16L
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English