Safety Precautions - Heathrow Scientific MagFuge Manuel D'instructions

Safety Precautions

The MagFuge combines the attributes of a compact centrifuge with
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that of a magnetic stirrer. It is designed for laboratories in the bioscience,
medical, and chemistry fields. It may be involved with biohazardous and/
or hazardous materials. This instruction manual cannot address all safety
hazards. It is the responsibility of the user to consult and observe all
health and safety precautions and to assess the instrument's suitability to
the task.
Caution!
Before starting the device for the first time, please read this instruction
manual carefully. This manual contains important information, safeguards,
and operating instructions.
1. Always inspect the device for damage (broken or cracked housing
and base, loose fasteners, damage from solvents, etc.) before
connecting the power cord and before each use. Do not use this
device if any damage is found.
2. Never use this product in any manner inconsistent with these
instructions.
3. This product is intended to be used indoors only.
4. Use only the power adapter delivered with the product, use of other
power adapters will void the warranty.
5. When used as a centrifuge, this device is intended for separating
aqueous solutions in approved test tubes compatible to the RCF of
this unit.
6. When used as a stirrer, this device is intended for blending aqueous
solutions in suitable approved containers.
7. When used as a centrifuge, this device is not intended to centrifuge
very dense materials. Do not use materials with a density greater
than 1.2 g/cm
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8. When used as a stirrer, this product is not suitable for use with high
viscosity materials. Do not use materials with a density greater than
1.2 g/cm (1.2 g/mL).
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9. Only use rotors supplied by Heathrow. These rotors can withstand
12,500 rpm which is also the maximum speed of the device.
10. Observe general laboratory safety precautions and regulations when
using this product.
11. Do not attempt to operate with the cover removed or open.
12. The rotor and lid must always be securely fastened when in
operation.
13. Always seat the rotor completely onto the shaft, then tighten the
rotor nut.
14. Do not use damaged rotors.
(1.2 g/mL).
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