Advanced Instruments 3900, User Manual

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The Advanced
®
Osmometer Model 3900 User’s Guide
• If a biohazardous material is spilled on or inside the equipment,
decontaminate the equipment using a 1% bleach solution, or as out-
lined by those policies and procedures established within your institu-
tion.
• To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this product in an explo-
sive atmosphere.
Function of major components
Operation of the instrument will be quicker and easier if you become
familiar with the locations and functions of the components, systems and
controls described below before proceeding further.
Functionally, this microprocessor-controlled instrument consists of auto-
matic sample holding and centering devices, a precision digital ther-
mometer, cooling and freezing chambers, measurement and control cir-
cuitry, a keypad and a message display panel. These basic systems
include the following parts and controls:
Power Module (Figure 6)
Contains the following power components:
•
Power Switch
Press ( | ) for power on, (O) for power off. The power may be left on
continuously.
• Power Cord Connector
To accommodate a power cord suitable for the power available.
• Fuse Holder
For containing fuses suitable for the power available.
Bar Code Port (Figure 6)
A D-type 15-pin bar code port in the back of the instrument is intended
for attachment of an optional bar code scanner, as described in Bar
Code Scanner section.
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