IKA G-L User Manual

IKA G-L

ENGLISH

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EU Declaration of conformity �� 6

Fig. 1

Explication of warning symbols �� 6

Safety instructions �� 7

Intended use �� 9

Unpacking �� 10

Operator panel and display �� 11

Installation �� 12

Operation �� 14

Error codes and troubleshooting �� 20

Maintenance and cleaning �� 23

Interfaces and outputs �� 24

Accessories �� 25

Technical Data ��26

Warranty �� 27

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Source language: German

EU Declaration of conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility that this product corresponds to the directives 2014/35/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU and conforms with the following standards or normative documents: EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-020, EN 60529, EN 61326-1 and EN ISO 12100�

A copy of the complete EU Declaration of conformity can be requested at sales@ika�com�

Explication of warning symbols

/// Warning symbols

Danger!

Indicates an (extremely) hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury�

Safety instructions

/// General information

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Read the operating instructions completely before starting up and follow the safety instructions.

› Keep the operating instructions in a place where it can be accessed by everyone� › Ensure that only trained staff work with the device� › Follow the safety instructions, guidelines, occupational health and safety and accident

prevention regulations�

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The device must only be used in a technically perfect condition�

Caution!

› Wear your personal protective equipment in accordance with the hazard category of the

medium to be processed, there is a risk of:

- splashing of liquids

- body parts, hair, clothing and jewellery getting caught�

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, death, serious injury�

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in injury�

Indicates practices which, if not avoided, can result in equipment damage�

Warning!

Caution!

Notice!

/// General Symbols

Position number

A–––

Correct/Result Shows the correct execution or the result of an action step�

Wrong Shows the incorrect execution of an action step�

Note Displays action steps that require particular attention to detail�

Beep Shows action steps where audible beeps can be heard�

can result in

Notice!

› Pay attention to the marked sites in Fig� 1�

/// Device setup

Caution!

› The power switch of the device must be accessed immediately, directly and without risk at

any time� If access to the power switch cannot be ensured, an additional emergency stop switch that can be easily accessed must be installed in the work area�

Notice!

› Set up the device in a spacious area on an even, stable, clean, non-slip, dry and ﬁreproof surface� › Make sure that the ventilation slits are not blocked at bottom and rear side of the device� › Always load the rotors symmetrically and ensure that no impermissible imbalances arise

during centrifuging�

/// Working with the device

Danger!

› Do not use the device in explosive atmospheres, it is not EX-protected� › With substances capable of forming an explosive mixture, appropriate safety measures must

be applied, e�g� working under a fume hood�

› To avoid body injury and property damage, observe the relevant safety and accident preven-

tion measures when processing hazardous materials�

› The device must be operated on a ﬂat surface and must not be moved during operation�

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Warning!

› When centrifuging hazardous substances or mixtures of substances which are toxic or are

contaminated with pathogenic micro-organisms, the user should take appropriate precautions� In such cases, centrifuging vessels with special screw seals for hazardous substances must always be used�

› For materials in risk groups 3 and 4, in addition to sealed centrifuging vessels a bio-safety

system must be used (see the “Laboratory Biosafety Manual” issued by the World Heath Organisation)� No biosafety systems are available for this centrifuge�

Notice!

› Before starting the device for the ﬁrst use, make sure that the rotor nut is securely fastened�

Fail to do it, can result in permanent damage to the device and accessories�

› The rotor is subjected to extreme forces� Serious internal material damage can occur as a

result of even slight scratches and cracks� Do not use the device if the rotor is damaged� › Do not operate the centrifuge if there is evidence of damage to the centrifuge chamber� › Do not process materials that are radioactive, ﬂammable or explosive, or materials that react

chemically with each other releasing large amounts of energy� › If unusual noises occur when the centrifuge is started, the rotor is not secured correctly� In

this case, immediately stop the centrifuge� › Covers or parts that can be removed from the device without tools must later be reﬁtted to

ensure safe operation� This will prevent the inﬁltration of foreign objects, liquids and other

contaminants� › Prior to centrifugation, the tubes should be visually inspected for any physical damage�

Broken tubes can damage centrifuge and accessories� › If you are using aggressive chemicals, protect the device from being damaged by these

chemicals� › Only process media that will not react dangerously to the extra energy produced through

processing� This also applies to any extra energy produced in other ways, e�g� through light

irradiation�

› Always use rotor cover along with the rotor� › Inspect the rotor and rotor cover regularly� › Do not run the motor without rotor� › The device must be supervised when it is running� › While the centrifuge is running, do not move it or strike it� › The feet of the device must be clean and undamaged�

/// Accessories

› Protect the device and accessories from bumping and impacting� › Check the device and accessories beforehand for damage each time when you use them� Do

not use damaged components� › Safe operation is only guaranteed with the accessories described in the ”Accessories” section� › Disconnect the power plug before attaching or changing any accessories�

/// Power supply / switching off the device

› The voltage stated on the type plate must correspond to the power voltage� › The device can only be disconnected from the power supply by pulling out the power plug

or the connector plug� › The device must only be operated with the original power cord set� › The socket for the power cord must be easily accessible� › The device does not start up again automatically following a cut in the power supply�

/// Maintenance

› The device must only be opened by trained specialists, even during repair� The device must

be unplugged from the power supply before opening� Live parts inside the device may still

be live for some time after unplugging from the power supply�

/// Disposal instructions

› The device, accessories and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local and

national regulations�

Intended use

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Use

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The IKA G-L centrifuge is suitable for separating of substances and mixtures of substances of

various densities�

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Intended use: Tabletop device

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Area of use (only indoors)

› Laboratories › Pharmacies › Universities › Schools

The device is suitable for all areas (EMC class A and B)�

The safety of the user cannot be guaranteed: › if the device is operated with accessories that are not supplied or recommended by the

manufacturer� › if the device is operated improperly or contrary to the manufacture’s speciﬁcations� › if the device or the printed circuit board are modiﬁed by third parties�

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