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2. Safety precautions
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.
Attention! Magnetism!
Effects of a strong magnetic field on the biological systems
have to be taken in to account. Magnetic fields can affect heart pace-
makers, data carriers, etc.
GENERAL SAFETY
The protection provided can be ineffective if the operation of the appliance does not
comply with the manufacturer's requirements.
Save the unit from shocks and falling.
Store and transport the unit at ambient temperatures between -
20°C and +60°C and
maximum relative humidity of 80%.
After transportation or storage and before connecting it to the electric circuit, keep the
unit under room temperature for 2-3 hrs.
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.
Do not make modifications in design of the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Connect only to the mains with voltage corresponding to that on the serial number
label.
Use only the external power supply provided with this product.
Ensure that the power plug is easily accessible during use.
Do not plug the unit into an ungrounded power socket, and do not use an ungrounded
extension lead.
Disconnect the unit from the mains before moving.
If liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from the mains and have it checked by
a repair and maintenance technician.
Do not operate the unit in premises where condensation can form. Operating condi-
tions of the unit are defined in the
Specifications
section.
DURING OPERATION
Do not start operation at maximum speed.
Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical mix-
tures. Please contact manufacturer for possible operation of the unit in specific at-
mospheres.
Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been installed incorrectly.
Do not use outside laboratory rooms.
BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
The user is responsible to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous mate-
rial spills on or penetrates into the equipment.
