EasyPGX
®
qPCR instrument 96
Cat.Nr: RT800-96
7/21
2017/06
SAFETY INFORMATION
This product is designed for easy and reliable use in compliance with accepted safety standards. Use does not involve
any risks if it is in accordance with the instructions contained in this document. However, misuse may result in damage to
the equipment or cause health hazard. It is important that the following safety precautions are read and understood
before using the instrument.
All users should read and understand this user manual and use the unit only in accordance with the instructions
provided. Failure to follow the instructions may cause the protection provided by the instrument to be compromised.
Pay particular attention to the paragraphs marked with this symbol.
ELECTRIC SAFETY
7. Connect the instrument only to an appropriate voltage circuit (100-240 VAC).
8. Make sure that the power cord and socket are easily accessible while using the instrument so that the instrument
can be easily disconnected if necessary.
9. Do not connect the instrument to a socket without proper electrical grounding.
10. Do not touch any electrical switch or socket with wet hands.
11. Switch off the instrument before disconnecting it from the electrical socket.
12. Disconnect the instrument from the socket before any cleaning or maintenance work.
13. If liquid infiltrates the unit, disconnect the power socket and contact the supplier.
14. Do not connect the instrument to the same socket where other instruments with high electrical consumption (e.g.
refrigerators or freezers) are connected.
15. Maintenance or repair activities that involve electrical components can only be performed by qualified personnel.
FLUIDS AND REAGENT
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Fill the reaction tubes/strips/plates keeping the safety distance from the instrument to prevent accidental spills of
liquids on the instrument.
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Do not use the instrument to process inflammable, explosive or reactive substances.
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It is responsibility of the user to apply appropriate safety measures if potentially pathogenic material, radioactive
substances or other hazardous substances are used.
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Do not immerse the instrument in any liquid.
DANGER OF BURNS
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Do not touch the thermoblock, the inner part of the lid or the reaction tubes/strips/plates while the instrument is
operating. These areas can quickly reach temperatures greater than 50°C. Keep the lid closed until the temperature
has fallen below 30°C.
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Do not use any material (tubes, foil, ...) that is not sufficiently stable at high temperatures (up to 120°C).
OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
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The fans placed on the hull of the instrument must always be free from obstructions and free to operate. Always
leave at least 10 cm of space around the instrument.
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Keep the environment at a temperature between 20 and 30 °C and between 20 and 80% relative humidity.
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Do not use the instrument in environments where aggressive or explosive volatile mixtures are present. Contact
Diatech Pharmacogenetics support if you need to use the instrument in non-conventional environment
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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGES
Electrostatic discharges greater than 8000 volts can interfere with the functionality of USB ports on the instrument. It is
necessary to handle the instrument carefully if you are in a highly electrostatic environment by applying appropriate
antistatic measures before touching the instrument. ESD STM5.1- 1998 Class 3B.
The
“EasyPGX
®
qPCR instrument 96
”
complies with IEC 61326- 2-6 standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility
for IVD medical equipment. The instrument has been designed and tested for CISPR 11 Class A. In a domestic
environment it can cause radio interference, in which case it may be necessary to take measures to mitigate the
interference. It is advisable to choose an appropriate electromagnetic environment for the instrument before use.
OTHER FEATURES
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Degree of pollution 2
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Installation category II
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Use only in closed environments
