Safety and warning instructions
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The electrical components must be checked regularly by a qualified electrician. Any
defects, such as loose connections, faulty or damaged cables must be repaired with-
out delay.
The qTOWER
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auto must be switched off immediately using the power switch (on
the equipment backplate) and the power supply disconnected from the mains if
there is any interference with the electric components.
Before opening, the device must be isolated from all circuits!
Work on the electrical components of the qTOWER
3
auto may only be performed by
Analytik Jena Customer Service employees and specially authorized technicians ac-
cording to the valid electrotechnical regulations. Life-threatening voltages may be
applied within the device! There is a risk of electric shock if contact is made with live
components, which may lead to serious injury or death.
Make sure the correct fuses are used and replace these if necessary. To do this, sepa-
rate the device from the mains supply.
The device may only be used with the power cable supplied or a power cable with the
same specification. The use of other power cables is not permitted.
Wipe spilled samples or reagents immediately with an absorbent cloth or piece of
paper. Do not allow any liquid to enter the device.
Do not use the power supply unit in environments with extreme humidity (> 95%) or
in locations in which condensation may occur.
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Handling of samples, auxiliary and operating materials
The operator is responsible for the selection of substances used in the process as well as
for their safe handling. This is particularly important for radioactive, pathogenic, infec-
tious, poisonous, corrosive, or otherwise hazardous substances. For details contact the
safety officer responsible for your location.
When handling hazardous substances local safety codes and guidelines must be ob-
served. The following general notes do not replace the specific local regulations or
the regulations in the EC safety data sheets of the manufacturers for the auxiliary
and operating materials.
Protective goggles and rubber gloves have to be worn when handing reagents.
For your own safety, please observe the potential infectious qualities of the exam-
ined biological material.
Observe all notices on the cleaning and decontamination of the device. The use of
other cleaning or decontamination procedures is only permitted following prior con-
sultation with Analytik Jena.
When using operating materials, always observe the appropriate regulations and the
notes in the EC safety data sheets of the manufacturer with regard to their storage,
use and disposal.
Never place auxiliary and operating materials in containers or vessels for food. The
approved containers for the relevant material are to be used and these have to be la-
beled accordingly. The notes on the labels have to be observed!
