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2.2 Environmental requirements
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2.1.2 Laboratory bench requirements
You must provide a level, stable laboratory bench or table space for the
MegaBACE instrument and hardware components. The bench or table
surface must be level within 0.635 cm over 0.914 m (0.25 in over 3 ft).
The laboratory bench or table you use must be rated to hold at least the
combined weight of the components (shown in figure 2-1). The approximate
weights of the components are—
MegaBACE instrument 272 kg (600 lb)
Computer monitor 00 5 kg (11.1 lb)
Computer tower 0 14 kg (30 lb)
Power supply fan module 0 26 kg (58 lb)
In addition, you should provide sufficient space to meet or exceed the
requirements defined in figure 2-1.
(For Europe only) A customized table capable of holding the weight of the
MegaBACE system is available for purchase. You can order the customized
table (product number 94-9900-28) from the following site:
Amersham Biosciences Europe GmbH
Munzinger Strasse 9, D-79111 Freiburg, Postfach 5480
D-790 21 Freiburg, Germany
+49-761-4903-291
If the laboratory bench or table is not stationary, the legs should have a
locking mechanism. Contact MegaBACE System Technical Support for
a recommended supplier of benches that meet these requirements. See
Assistance in the preface for contact information.
2.2 Environmental requirements
This section describes the environmental requirements for the MegaBACE
instrument.
2.2.1 Temperature and humidity
For optimal performance of the MegaBACE instrument, the laboratory must
meet the following requirements:
Ambient temperature: 20–25 °C (68–77 °F)
Humidity: < 80% (noncondensing)
Pollution degree: 2
Installation category: II
Place the MegaBACE instrument away from heat and air conditioning ducts.
Do not place the instrument in direct sunlight.
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