ABX Pentra 80 RAB108EA, User Manual

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Intro duction
Operational conditions
Pentra 80 - User Manual - RAB108EA
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Fig. 1–6 Power ON/OFF switch
3.3. Grounding
Proper grounding is required when installing the system. Check the wall outlet ground (Earth)
for proper grounding to the facilities electrical ground. If you are unsure of the outlet ground-
ing, contact your facilities engineer to verify the proper outlet ground!
3.4. Humidity/Temperature conditions
The Pentra 80 must operate between temperatures of 16 to 34°C (61 to 93°F). Maximum
relative humidity should be 80% for temperatures up to 31°C (88°F) and decreasing linearly
to 50% relative humidity at 40°C (104°F). If the system is kept at a temperature of 10°C
(50°F) or less, it must be allowed to sit at room temperature for 1 hour before it can be used
for operation.
3.5. Electromagnetic environment check
◆ The Pentra 80 has been designed to produce less than the accepted level of electromag-
netic interference in order to operate in conformity with its destination, allowing the cor-
rect operation of other instruments also in conformity with their destination.
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In case of suspected electromagnetic noise, check that the instrument has not been placed
in the proximity of electromagnetic fields or short wave emissions, i. e. (Radar, X-rays,
Scanners, Cell phones……etc.)
3.6. Environmental protection
▼ Disposal Used accessories and consumables
Must be collected by a laboratory specialized in elimination and recycling of this kind of ma-
terial according to the local legislation.
▼ Disposal Pentra 80 instrument
It should be disposed of, in accordance with local legislation, and should be treated as being
contaminated with blood. The appropriate biological precautions should be taken.