Biosan CH 3-150, Operating Manual

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Safety precautions
The following symbols mean:
Caution! Make sure you have fully read and understood the present Manual
before using the equipment. Please pay special attention to sections
marked by this symbol.
Caution! Surfaces can become hot or cold during use.
GENERAL SAFETY
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Use only as specified in the Operating Manual provided.
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Protect the unit from shocks or falling.
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Store and transport the unit at ambient temperatures between -
20°C and +60°C and
maximum relative humidity of 80%.
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After transportation or storage, keep the unit under room temperature for 2-3 h before
connecting to electric circuit.
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Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended
by the manufacturer, check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
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Do not make modifications to the design of the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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Connect only to external power supply ( CH-100 ) or electric circuit ( CH 3-150 ) with
voltage corresponding to that on the serial number label.
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Use only the external power supply ( CH-100 ) provided with the unit.
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Do not use an ungrounded power socket or an ungrounded extension lead.
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Ensure that the switch and the plug are easily accessible during use.
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If liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from electric circuit and have it checked
by a repair and maintenance technician.
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Disconnect the unit from electric circuit before moving.
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Do not operate the unit in premises where condensation can form. Operating
conditions of the unit are defined in the Specification section.
DURING OPERATION
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Use only tubes of standard size.
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Do not check the temperature by touch. Use a thermometer.
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(For model CH 3-150 ) Remove the blocks only using the included extractor tool.
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Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical
mixtures. Please contact manufacturer for possibility of unit operation in specific
atmosphere.
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Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been installed incorrectly.
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Do not use outside laboratory rooms.
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Do not leave the operating unit unattended.
BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
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It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous
material is spilt on or penetrates into the equipment.