Safety and EMC Compliance Information
Physical Hazard Safety
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Applied Biosystems 7300/7500/7500 Fast Real-Time PCR System Installation and Maintenance Guide
Power
ELECTRICAL HAZARD.
Grounding circuit continuity is vital for
the safe operation of equipment. Never operate equipment with the grounding conductor
disconnected.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD.
Use properly configured and approved
line cords for the voltage supply in your facility.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD.
Plug the system into a properly
grounded receptacle with adequate current capacity.
Overvoltage
Rating
The Applied Biosystems 7300/7500/7500 Fast Real-Time PCR Systems have an
installation (overvoltage) category of II, and are classified as portable equipment
Physical Hazard Safety
Moving Parts
PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD.
Moving parts can crush and cut.
Keep hands clear of moving parts while operating the instrument. Disconnect power
before servicing the instrument.
Biological Hazard Safety
General
Biohazard
BIOHAZARD.
Biological samples such as tissues, body fluids, and
blood of humans and other animals have the potential to transmit infectious diseases.
Follow all applicable local, state/provincial, and/or national regulations. Wear
appropriate protective eyewear, clothing, and gloves. Read and follow the guidelines in
these publications:
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services guidelines published in
Biosafety
in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories
(stock no. 017-040-00547-4;
• Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Bloodborne Pathogens
(29 CFR§1910.1030;
http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/
Additional information about biohazard guidelines is available at:
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