Multi-zone ART Workstation User Manual Rev. 6.0
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1 How to use this manual
The manual is designed to be read by sections and not ideally from cover to cover. It
means that if the manual is read from start to finish, there will be some repetition and
overlap. We recommend the following method for going through the manual: first, famil-
iarize yourself with the safety instructions; then, proceed to the essential user functions
needed for operating the equipment on a day-to-day basis; then, review the alarm func-
tions. The menu functions of the user interface detail information that is required only
for advanced users. All parts must be read before the device is taken into use. The Valida-
tion guide is detailed described in sections 29
–
32. The Maintenance guide is detailed
described in section 33. The Installation procedures are detailed described in section 34.
2 Safety warning
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Anyone working with, on or around this equipment should read this manual. Fail-
ure to read, understand and follow the instructions given in this documentation
may result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and/or poor
equipment performance
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Any internal adjustment, modification or maintenance to this equipment must be
undertaken by qualified service personnel
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If the equipment must be relocated, make sure it is appropriately fixed on a sup-
port stand or base, and move on a flat surface. When necessary, move the equip-
ment and the support stand/base separately
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The use of any hazardous materials in this equipment must be monitored by an
industrial hygienist, safety officer or other suitably qualified individuals.
Before you proceed, you should thoroughly understand the installation proce-
dures and take note of the environmental/electrical requirements
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In this manual, important safety-related points will be marked with the following
symbols:
NOTE
It is used to direct attention to a specific item.
WARNING
Use caution.
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If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the protection
provided by this equipment may be impaired.
3 Indication for use
The Multi-zone ART Workstation is a laminar flow workstation intended to work with
gametes and/or embryos at or near body temperature during in vitro fertilization