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1. Safety Precautions
The following symbols mean:
Caution! Make sure you have fully read and understood the present Manual
before using the equipment. Please pay special attention to sections
marked by this symbol.
Caution! Surfaces can become hot during use.
Attention! Magnetism! Effects of a strong magnetic field on the biological systems
have to be taken in to account. Magnetic fields can affect heart
pacemaker, data carriers, etc.
GENERAL SAFETY
Use only as specified in the Operating Manual provided.
Save the unit from shocks or falling.
After transportation or storage, keep the unit under room temperature for 2-3 hrs
before connecting it to the electric circuit.
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended
by the manufacturer, check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
Do not make modifications to the design of the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Connect only to the mains with voltage corresponding to the serial number label.
Do not plug the unit into an ungrounded power socket, and donot use an ungrounded
extension lead.
Ensure that power switch and plug are easily accessible during use.
Disconnect the power cable plug from the power socket before moving.
If liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from the electric circuit and have it
checked by a repair and maintenance technician.
Do not operate the unit in premises where condensation can form. Operating
conditions of the unit are defined in the Specifications section.
DURING OPERATION
Do not start operation at maximum speed.
Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical
mixtures. Please contact manufacturer for possible operation of the unit in specific
atmospheres.
Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been installed incorrectly.
Do not leave the operating unit unattended.
Do not use outside laboratory rooms.
Avoid spilling alkaline solutions on an aluminium surface. Alkali can damage
aluminium surfaces.
BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous
material is spilt on or penetrates into the equipment.