Section 1 |
Safety
Caution Symbol
Optical Laser Safety
Operational Safety
The CAUTION symbol appears on the instrument's product label to remind you
of the necessity to refer to this guide, or other documentation, that outlines labo-
ratory practices required by your facility and local regulatory agencies. Failure to
comply with these requirements may result in a hazardous condition. This may
also nullify the instrument warranty.
The VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer should not be used in any way not specified
by FATech Diagnostics Italia. Otherwise, the protection provided by the instru-
ment may be impaired.
Note:
Refer to Appendix B: Symbol Definitions for additional symbols
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO DIRECT
OR SCATTERED RADIATION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT, USING
The laser beam Exits the Final lens 6.6 inches (17cm) above the cassette while it
is in the marking position
Never attempt to operate the VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer without the protec-
tive covers in place.
Never attempt to override any of the safety interlocks on the instruments.
Never attempt to dismantle or repair the laser head. In case of malfunction con-
tact a FATech Diagnostics Italia Service representative.
Any of the actions mentioned above may result in
permanent eye or skin dam-
age
. Refer to Appendix A for more information on laser safety.
Routine of VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer is required for maintaining system in-
tegrity and proper operation. Maintenance must be carried out as specified in
this manual. Refer to
Section 9 |
Maintenance, for more information.
Do not attempt to install or re-locate the VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer . Doing
so may result in corruption, of data and/or malfunctioning instrument. For Cas-
sette Marker installation contact a FATech Diagnostics Italia service representa-
tive
Locate the VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer only on a sturdy flat surface.
VEGA MB-97 Cassette Printer is intended for Indoor use only. Maximum oper-
ating altitude is 9,840 ft. (3000m), operating temperature 59 to 95 degrees F, (5
to 35 degrees C), 80% maximum relative humidity, rated 100-240Vac (max range
of 90 to 264Vac), over-voltage category, II, pollution degree 2, IPX0
Please be aware that some discoloration to the FATech Cassettes can occur
when they are subjected to reagents containing picric acid, e.g. Bouin’s Fixative.
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