Eppendorf MixMate - Manual (Page 22)

MixMate® — Operating manual
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Required equipment
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Mild, soap-based household cleaning agent
1. Switch off the MixMate and isolate it from the power supply.
2. Clean the housing, plate holder, vortex mat and tube holder.
The housing may only be wiped with a damp cloth. Do not spray clean/spray disinfect the
housing.
3. Dry all cleaned parts.
4. Perform a function test.
7.1.2 Performing a function test
1. Use the mains cable to connect the MixMate to the power supply (see Installing the
instrument on p. 11).
2. Switch on the device, using the mains power switch.
3. Check the touch vortex function, using a suitable tube (see Vortexing on p. 17).
WARNING!
WARNING! Device fire due to penetration of liquid
Penetration of liquid can cause a fire due to a short-circuit in the device.
Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
Only mix in closed tubes and closed plates.
If liquid has penetrated the inside of the housing: switch off the device, pull the
power plug and have the device cleaned by service personnel authorized by
Eppendorf.
NOTICE!
NOTICE! Damage from the use of aggressive chemicals.
Do not use any aggressive chemicals on the device or its accessories, such as
strong and weak bases, strong acids, acetone, formaldehyde, halogenated
hydrocarbons or phenol.
If the device becomes contaminated with aggressive chemicals, clean it
immediately with a mild cleaning agent.
NOTICE!
NOTICE! Corrosion due to aggressive cleaning agents and disinfectants.
Do not use corrosive cleaning agents, aggressive solvents or abrasive polishes.
Do not incubate the accessories in aggressive cleaning agents or disinfectants for
prolonged periods.
NOTICE!
NOTICE! Damage to electronic components from spilled liquids.
Make sure that the vortex mat and the cover caps are fitted properly. If the vortex
mat is not fitted properly, contact your Eppendorf partner or the authorized
Technical Service.
If liquid has been spilt: Switch off the device, disconnect the power plug and
arrange for it to be cleaned by service personnel authorized by Eppendorf.
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