Symbol Meanings; Delivery Checklist; Initial Operation - Hettich MIKRO 120 Mode D'emploi

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Only original spare parts and original accessories licensed by the Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co. KG company are
allowed to be utilised.
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The following safety regulations apply:
EN / IEC 61010-1 and EN / IEC 61010-2-020 as well as their national deviations.
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The safe operation and reliability of the centrifuge can only be guaranteed if:
− the centrifuge is operated in accordance with the operating instructions,
− the electrical installation on the site where the centrifuge is installed conforms to the demands of EN / IEC
stipulations,
− prescribed tests to BGV A1, BGR 500 are carried out by an expert.
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Symbol meanings

Symbol on the machine:
Attention, general hazard area.
Before using the centrifuge implicitly read the operating instructions and pay attention to the safety
relevant references!
Symbol in this document:
Attention, general hazard area.
This symbol refers to safety relevant warnings and indicates possibly dangerous situations.
The non-adherence to these warnings can lead to material damage and injury to personal.
Symbol in this document:
This symbol refers to important circumstances.
Symbol on the machine and in this document:
Symbol for the separate collection of electric and electronic devices according to the guideline
2002/96/EG (WEEE). The device belongs to Group 8 (medical devices).
Applies in the countries of the European Union, as well as in Norway and Switzerland.
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Delivery checklist

The following items and accessories are delivered with the centrifuge:
1 Connecting cable
2 Fuses
1 Notes on moving the equipment safely
1 Operating instructions
1 Hex. pin driver for transport protection
The rotor(s) and associated accessories are included in the delivery in the quantity.
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Initial operation

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Remove the transportation safety device from the bottom of the housing, see sheet "Transportation safety
device"
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Position the centrifuge in a stable and level manner in a suitable place. During set-up, the required safety
margin of 300 mm around the centrifuge is to be kept according to EN / IEC 61010-2-020.
When the centrifuge is running, according to EN / IEC 61010-2-020, no persons, dangerous
substances or objects may be within the safety margin of 300 mm around the centrifuge.
Substances can be discharged through the ventilation opening on the rear side of the
centrifuge. The device is to be placed in such a way that the air stream is not directed towards
people.
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Do not place any object in front of the ventiduct.
Keep a ventilation area of 300 mm around the ventiduct.
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Check whether the mains voltage tallies with the statement on the type plate.
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Connect the centrifuge with the connection cable to a standard mains socket. For connection ratings refer to
Chapter "Technical specifications".
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Turn on the mains switch. Switch position "Ι".
The last used centrifuge data will be displayed.
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Open the lid.
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Remove the transportation safety device in the centrifuge, see sheet "Transportation safety device".
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