BD 644787, User Manual

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Chapter 1: Overview of HTS Customer Care 7
Safety and General Precautions
Biological Safety
Electrical Safety
Precautions
1
Tighten all fittings finger tight. Do not use tools to further tighten
connectors.
2 If a connector is difficult to remove because of saline deposits, clean with
deionized (DI) water, then carefully use the 5/16 wrench in the accessory kit
to remove the connector.
3 The sealing washers in the valves of each port can be compressed, and will
eventually block the port. To avoid compression, tighten fittings until they
make contact with the sealing washer and then turn the fitting an
additional 1/6 to 1/4 turn. If there is a leak, tighten the fitting no more than
an additional 1/8 turn.
All instrument surfaces that come in contact with biological specimens
can transmit potentially fatal disease.
Use universal safety precautions when changing tubing or removing any
part in contact with the fluidics system.
Wear suitable protective clothing, eyewear, and gloves.
Ensure that the power to the HTS is turned off before handling
electrical cables and their connections.