Eppendorf 5424 R Centrifuge - Manual (Page 13)

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3 Safety
Centrifuge 5424 / 5424 R — Operating manual
For the other rotors and rotor lids of this centrifuge (see Rotors on p. 10) there is no limit for their
service life, as long as the following conditions are met: proper use, recommended maintenance
and undamaged condition. Lids of aerosol-tight rotors must be replaced after 50 autoclave cycles
to ensure aerosol tightness.
The date of manufacture is stamped on the rotors in the format 03/07 (= March 2007) or on the
inside of the plastic rotor lids in the form of a clock . This is for information only and does not
have any reference to the service life.
3.4 Information on product liability
In the following cases, the protection provided by the device may be impaired. The liability for the
function of the device passes to the operator if:
• The device is not used in accordance with the operating manual.
• The device is used outside of the range of application described in the preceding chapters.
• The device is used with accessories or consumables (e.g., tubes) which are not
recommended by Eppendorf.
• The device is maintained or repaired by persons not authorized by Eppendorf.
• The owner has made unauthorized modifications to the device.
3.5 Warnings for intended use
Read the operating manual first and observe the following general safety instructions before
using the Centrifuge 5424 / 5424 R.
3.5.1 Personal injury or damage to the equipment
WARNING!
Risk of electrical shock from damage to the device or mains cable.
 The device may only be switched on if the device and mains cable are undamaged.
 Only use devices which have been professionally installed or repaired.
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 enter 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!
Danger from using an incorrect power supply.
 Only connect the device to voltage supplies which correspond with the electrical requirements
on the name plate.
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