Applied Biosystems GeneAmp PCR System 9700, User Manual

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1-12 Introduction and Safety
Laboratory Environmental Requirements
Introduction
Take the precautions described in this section whenever you operate the system
9700. Read this section before you install the instrument.
The instrument should be used according to the instructions provided in this
manual. If used otherwise, the protection provided by this instrument may be impaired.
Temperature,
Humidity, and
Environment
IMPORTANT This instrument is designed for indoor use.
IMPORTANT Do not operate in a Cold Room or a refrigerated area. The system 9700 will
operate safely when the ambient temperature is 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F) and will meet
performance specifications when the ambient temperature is 15 °C to 30 °C and the ambient
relative humidity is 20 to 80%. These specifications have been calculated for altitudes between
0 and 2,000 meters.
FIRE HAZARD. This instrument is not designed for operation in an explosive
environment. Do not place the instrument close to potentially explosive materials or objects.
IMPORTANT The instrument should be stored between –20 °C and 60 °C (–4 °F and 140 °F)
at altitudes between 0 and 12,000 meters.
Note This instrument is able to withstand transient overvoltage according to Installation
Category II as defined in IEC 1010-1.
Pollution
The installation category (overvoltage category) for this instrument is II, and it is
classified as portable equipment. The instrument has a pollution degree rating of 2
and may be installed in an environment that has non-conductive pollutants only.
Emission/Immunity
Statement
For our European customers, any product marked with the CE label meets the
European EMC directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC. This
product meets Class B emission limits.
Routine
Maintenance for
Safe Operation
If you use any cleaning or decontamination method, except those recommended in
the manual, you may risk damaging the equipment.
Maintain your instrument in good working order. In the event that the instrument has
been subjected to adverse environmental conditions (such as fire, flood, earthquake,
etc.), contact your local sales office for advice.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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