Eppendorf 5418 R Centrifuge - Manuale (Pagina 30)

Maintenance
Centrifuge 5418 / 5418 R
English (EN)
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Effects of glass breakage in the rotor chamber:
• Fine black metal abrasion in the rotor chamber (in metal rotor chambers)
• The surfaces of the rotor chamber and accessories are scratched.
• The chemical resistance of the rotor chamber is reduced.
• Contamination of samples
• Wear on rubber parts
How to proceed in case of glass breakage
1. Remove all splinters and glass powder from the rotor chamber and accessories.
2. Thoroughly clean the rotor and rotor chamber. Thoroughly clean the bores of the fixed-angle rotors, in
particular.
3. If required, replace the adapters to prevent any further damage.
4. Regularly check the rotor bores for deposits and damage.
6.5 Fuses
The fuse holder is located under the mains power socket (5418) or on the left next to the mains switch
(5418 R).
1. Disconnect the mains plug.
2. Remove the fuse holder.
Both fuses are now accessible and can be replaced.
6.6 Decontamination before shipment
If you are shipping the device to the authorized Technical Service for repairs or to your authorized dealer
for disposal please note the following:
NOTICE! Glass breakage in the rotor chamber
Glass tubes in the rotor chamber may break if the
g-force is too high. Broken glass can
damage the rotor, accessories and samples.
 Please note the manufacturer's information on the recommended centrifugation
parameters (load and speed).
WARNING! Risk to health from contaminated device
1. Observe the notes on the decontamination certificate. You find it as a PDF file on our
website (www.eppendorf.com/decontamination).
2. Decontaminate all the parts you would like to dispatch.
3. Include the fully completed decontamination certificate in the package.