MAW
®
User Manual Rev. 3.0
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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. This
means that if the manual is read from start to finish, there will be some repetition and over-
lap. We recommend the following method for going through the manual: first, familiarize
yourself with the safety instructions; then, proceed to the basic user functions that are
needed for operating the equipment on a day to day basis; then, review the alarm functions.
The menu function of the user interface details information that is needed only for the ad-
vanced users. All parts must be read before the device is taken into use.
2 Safety warning
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Anyone working with, on or around this equipment should read this manual. Failure to
read, understand and follow the instructions given in this documentation may result in dam-
age 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 under-
taken by qualified service personnel.
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If the equipment must be relocated, make sure it is fixed properly on a support stand or
base and move it on a flat surface. When necessary, move the equipment 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 individual.
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Before you proceed, you should thoroughly understand the installation procedures 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
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
MAW, Multi-zone ART Workstation
®
is a laminar flow workstation with temperature control
and humidified working environment.
This workstation is intended for work with gametes
and/or embryos at or near body temperature conditions during in vitro fertilization
(IVF)/assisted production technology (ART) treatments
.