35 VWR Mega Star 600 / 600R ver b, rel 17.07.2020
Cleaning the Filter Mat
It is recommended that you clean the filter mat regularly every six weeks. Depending on the environmental
conditions it may be necessary to clean it more often.
How to clean the filter mat:
1. Unscrew the ventilation grid placed on the right side of the centrifuge.
2. Remove the ventilation grid.
3. Remove the filter mat.
4. Clean the filter mat by tapping off the dust. The filter mat can be rinsed with water, if needed.
Dry the filter mat before using it again.
NOTE Moisture can damage electronics and lead to additional damages at the centrifuge. Only use
dry filter mats.
5. Place the filter mat back on the capacitor.
6. Screw the ventilation grid onto the centrifuge.
Disinfection
WARNING Hazardous infection is possible when touching the contaminated rotor and
centrifuge parts. Infectious material can get into the centrifuge when a tube breaks or as a
result of spills.
In case of contamination, make sure that others are not put at risk.
Disinfect the affected parts immediately.
CAUTION Equipment can be damaged by inappropriate disinfection methods or agents.
Before using any cleaning or disinfection methods except those recommended by the
manufacturer, users should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
Observe the safety precautions and handling instructions for the cleaning agents used.
The rotor chamber and the rotor should be treated preferably with a neutral disinfectant.
Contact the Service Department of VWR for questions regarding the use of other disinfectants.
Disinfect as follows:
1. Disinfect rotor, buckets and accessories outside of the centrifuge bowl.
2. Separate all rotors, buckets, lids, adapters and tubes to allow thorough disinfection.
3. Treat the rotor and accessories according to the instructions for the disinfectant. Adhere strictly to
the given application times.
Be sure the disinfectant can drain off the rotor.
4. Rinse the rotor and accessories thoroughly with water and then rub down.
5. Place the rotors on a plastic grate with their cavities pointing down, to allow to fully drain and dry.
6. Dispose the disinfectant according to the applicable guidelines.
7. Clean the rotor after disinfecting.
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