Freeze-dryer Epsilon 2-10D LSCplus
3 Safety
Version 07/2022, Rev. 3.0 of 20/07/2022
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Translation of the original operating manual
3.7.6
Hazards caused by solvents in the products
DANGER
Explosion hazard caused by solvents in the products
When freeze-drying products containing solvents, gas mixtures may form.
These gas mixtures may be ignited on certain components of the freeze-
dryer.
There is an explosion hazard.
• Solvents that are not included in the table in chapter 1.3.1 - "Freeze-
drying of solvent-containing products (non-aqueous media)", or the
listed solvents in a concentration higher than 10% by volume, must not
be used!
• Refer to the safety data sheets of the products that are used!
3.7.7
Hazards caused by acids in the products
DANGER
Risk of injury caused by acids in the products
Products containing acids may damage the material of the components of
the freeze-dryer and affect the mechanical strength.
This may lead to severe injuries.
Freeze-drying of products containing acids is only permissible if special
protective measures and equipment-related precautions are taken!
Consultation of Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH is
absolutely mandatory in order to define the measures that need to be
taken!
• Refer to the safety data sheets of the products that are used!