Eppendorf 5418 R Centrifuge - Manual (Page 13)

Safety
Centrifuge 5418 / 5418 R
English (EN)
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WARNING! Lethal voltages inside the device.
 Ensure that the housing is always closed and undamaged so that no parts inside the device
can be contacted by accident.
 Do not remove the housing of the device.
 Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
 Do not allow the device to be opened by anyone except service personnel who have been
specifically authorized by Eppendorf.
WARNING! Risk from incorrect supply voltage
 Only connect the device to voltage sources that match the electrical requirements listed on
the name plate.
 Only use sockets with a protective earth (PE) conductor and suitable power cable.
WARNING! Damages to health due to infectious liquids and pathogenic germs.
 When handling infectious liquids and pathogenic germs, observe the national regulations,
the biological security level of your laboratory, the material safety data sheets, and the
manufacturer's application notes.
 Use aerosol tight sealing systems for the centrifugation of these substances.
 When working with pathogenic germs belonging to a higher risk group, more than one
aerosol-tight bioseal must be used.
 Wear personal protective equipment.
 Consult the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual" (Source: World Health Organization,
Laboratory Biosafety Manual, as amended) for comprehensive regulations on the handling
of risk group II germs or biological materials).
WARNING! Crushing of the fingers with the centrifuge lid.
 When opening or closing the device lid, do not reach between the lid and device or into the
latching mechanism of the lid.
 Always open the centrifuge lid completely to prevent it from falling.
CAUTION! Poor safety due to incorrect accessories and spare parts.
The use of accessories and spare parts other than those recommended by Eppendorf may
impair the safety, functioning and precision of the device. Eppendorf cannot be held liable or
accept any liability for damage resulting from the use of incorrect or non-recommended
accessories and spare parts, or from the improper use of such equipment.
 Only use accessories and original spare parts recommended by Eppendorf.