Buchi Rotavapor R II, Operation Manual

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2 Safety
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R II Operation Manual, Version E
2 .4 Warning notices used in this manual
WARNING
Generally, the triangular warning symbol indicates the possibility of personal injury or even loss of life
if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING
Hot surface.
WARNING
Electrical hazard.
WARNING
Biohazard.
ATTENTION
With the general “Read this” symbol, ATTENTION indicate the possibility of equipment damage,
malfunctions or incorrect process results, if instructions are not followed.
NOTE
Useful tips for the easy operation of the instrument.
2 .5 Product safety
The Rotavapor is designed and built in accordance with current state-of-the-art technology.
Nevertheless, risks to users, property, and the environment can arise when the instrument is used
carelessly or improperly.
The manufacturer has determined residual dangers emanating from the instrument
• if the instrument is operated by insufficiently trained personnel.
• if the instrument is not operated according to its proper use.
Appropriate warnings in this manual serve to make the user alert to these residual dangers.
2 .5 .1 Instrument-related hazards
Pay attention to the following safety notices:
WARNING
Potentially hot surfaces during operation, especially at the water or oil bath (up to 95 °C).
• Always be aware of the risk of being burned.
• When using an oil bath, make sure that no water gets into the bath otherwise there is a serious
risk of being splashed by hot oil.
WARNING
Potential implosion risk if used with damaged glassware.
Risk of electrostatic discharge when the rotary evaporator is filled with solvents, e.g. via the feeding
tube, or when drying powders are used.
• Beware of damaged or cracked glass parts.
• Beware of the fire hazard.