3. SAFETY INFORMATION.
This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance
with the Manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:
Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufactures operating
instructions may compromise your basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and
may invalidate the warranty / guarantee. The warranty / guarantee does not cover
damaged caused by faulty installation or misuse of the equipment.
3.1.
Prevention of Fire and Electric Shock.
To prevent a risk of fire or electric shock,
DO NOT
open your product
case without authorisation. Only qualified Service personnel should
attempt to repair this product.
Replace fuses only with the type as listed in section, ‘Technical
Specifications and Parts and Accessories’ (See fuse type and rating).
Ensure the Mains Power Supply conforms to rating found on the data
plate located on the under-side of this product and that of your MC
Controller.
Never
Operate this equipment without connection to earth / ground.
Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed / grounded in
accordance with current area legislation.
3.2.
General Safe Operating Practice.
Always follow good laboratory practice when using this
equipment. Give due recognition to your company’s safety and
legislative health & safety procedures and all associated legislation
applicable to your areas of operation. Check laboratory procedures for
substances being heated and ensure all hazards (e.g. explosion,
implosion or the release of toxic or flammable gases) that might arise
have been suitably addressed before proceeding. When heating
certain substances the liberation of hazardous gases may require the
use of a fume cupboard or other means of extraction.
Ensure equipment is used on a clean, dry, non-combustible, solid work
surface with at least 400mm suitable clearance all around from other
equipment.
It is recommended that suitable protective eye glasses and gloves be
worn when using this product.
Do not
touch the upper part of this product while in use. The surface
temperature will burn.
Do not
position the product so that it is difficult to disconnect from the
MC Controller / Power supply.
Do not
touch the heating element or any glass vessel whilst in use.
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