For further details of available biosafety systems see chapter "Anhang/Appendix, Rotoren und Zubehör/Rotors
and accessories". If in doubt, you should obtain relevant information from the manufacturer.
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The centrifuge must not be operated with highly corrosive substances which could impair the mechanical integrity
of rotors, hangers and accessories.
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Repairs must only be carried out by personnel authorised to do so by the manufacturer.
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Only original spare parts and original accessories licensed by the Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co. KG company are
allowed to be utilised.
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The following safety regulations apply:
EN / IEC 61010-1 and EN / IEC 61010-2-020 as well as their national deviations.
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The safe operation and reliability of the centrifuge can only be guaranteed if:
− the centrifuge is operated in accordance with the operating instructions,
− the electrical installation on the site where the centrifuge is installed conforms to the demands of EN / IEC
stipulations,
− prescribed tests to BGV A1, BGR 500 are carried out by an expert.
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Symbol meanings
Symbol on the machine:
Attention, general hazard area.
Before using the centrifuge implicitly read the operating instructions and pay attention to the safety
relevant references!
Symbol in this document:
Attention, general hazard area.
This symbol refers to safety relevant warnings and indicates possibly dangerous situations.
The non-adherence to these warnings can lead to material damage and injury to personal.
Symbol on the machine and in this document:
Beware of hot surface.
Nonobservance of this warning can lead to material damage and personal injury.
Symbol on the machine and in this document:
Plastic suspension can only be used in temperatures up to a maximum of 40°C / 104°F.
Nonobservance of this warning can lead to material damage and personal injury.
Symbol on the machine:
Equipotential: Connector (PE connector) for potential equalization (only for centrifuge with PE
connector).
Symbol on the machine:
IOIOI
RS232
RS232 interface (only for centrifuges with RS232 interface).
Symbol on the machine:
F2
Automatic circuit breaker (only for types 1701-01 and 1706-01).
Symbol in this document:
This symbol refers to important circumstances.
Symbol on the machine and in this document:
Symbol for the separate collection of electric and electronic devices according to the guideline
2002/96/EG (WEEE). The device belongs to Group 8 (medical devices).
Applies in the countries of the European Union, as well as in Norway and Switzerland.
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Delivery checklist
1 Connecting cable
1 Hex. pin driver 5 mm
1 Lubricating grease for trunnions
1 Operating instructions
1 Notes on moving the equipment safely
1 CD (for type 1701-30 only)
The rotor(s) and associated accessories are included in the delivery in the quantity ordered.
EN
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