Eppendorf Concentrator plus (New Design) - Manual (Page 16)

Concentrator plus/Vacufuge® plus — Operating manual
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3.5.2 Incorrect handling of the device
3.5.3 Incorrect handling of the rotors
NOTICE!
Damage to device by spilling liquids in the rotor or rotor chamber.
1. Switch the device off.
2. Disconnect the device from the power supply.
3. Clean the device and the accessories carefully in accordance with the cleaning and
disinfection instructions in the operating manual.
4. If a different cleaning and disinfecting method is to be used, contact Eppendorf AG to ensure
that the intended method will not damage the device.
NOTICE!
Device damage due to organic solvents.
The use of organic solvents may cause some parts to become damaged, e.g., discolored.
 If the device becomes contaminated with organic solvents, clean it immediately with a mild
cleaning agent.
NOTICE!
Damage to electronic components due to condensation.
After the device has been moved from a cool to a warmer environment, condensation can form
inside the device.
 Wait at least three hours before connecting the device to the power supply.
WARNING!
Device lid can crush. Keep hands clear.
 Do not reach between the device and lid when opening or closing the device lid.
NOTICE!
Damage from knocking against or moving the device during operation.
A rotor banging against the rotor chamber wall can cause considerable damage to the device and
rotor.
 Do not move or knock against the device during operation.
WARNING!
Risk of injury from improperly attached rotors.
 Only operate the device if the rotor has been mounted completely.
 If there are any unusual noises when the device is started up, immediately press the start/
stop key to stop concentrating.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury from unsymmetric loading of rotors.
 Load rotors symmetrically with identical tubes and/or buckets and plates.
 Only load adapters with suitable tubes and/or plates.
 Always use tubes and/or plates of the same type (weight, material/density and volume).
 Ensure that tubes that are located opposite each other contain liquids with the same rate of
evaporation. Otherwise an imbalance can occur and the concentration may automatically
stop.
 Check for symmetric loading by balancing the adapters and tubes and/or plates used with
scales.
The device automatically detects imbalances during operation and stops the run immediately with
an error message and a signal tone. Check the load, balance the tubes and restart the run.
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