Eppendorf Deepwell Plate - Manual (Page 4)

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Safety
Deepwell Plates and Microplates
English (EN)
WARNING! Contamination risk from splashing liquids or escaping
substances.
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Observe the maximum filling volume.
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Take appropriate safety measures to prevent the escape of substances in the
plates during storage and transportation.
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Always remove the covers carefully.
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Use only undamaged and visibly perfect plates from intact packages.
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Do not use liquid nitrogen in combination with the plates. They could be
damaged or the covers could burst open during thawing.
WARNING! Contamination risk from damaged plates during centrifugation.
The plates withstand heavy loads during centrifugation. However, they can be
destroyed and release the substances they contain if used improperly.
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Always observe the maximum permitted centrifugation forces.
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Read the operating manual of the centrifuge used.
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Centrifuge stacked plates at lower speed only.
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Note that organic solvents may reduce the mechanical load capability of the
plates. If in doubt please contact the Eppendorf Application Support
([email protected]).
CAUTION! Contamination risk when disposing of used consumables.
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Dispose of used consumables in accordance with the substances with which
they have come into contact.
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Observe the rules applicable to your lab.
NOTICE! Material change of consumables due to extreme temperatures.
Extreme temperatures (e.g., during refrigeration or autoclaving) affect
consumables material. The mechanical strength, dimensions and shape of the
consumable will change.
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Use consumables that are suitable for the selected temperature range or
selected procedure.