The Pipette Controller may be involved with hazardous materials. This
instruction manual cannot address all safety hazards. It is the
responsibility of the user to consult and observe all health and safety
precautions and to assess the instrument’s suitability to the task.
1. Before operating the instrument, read this instruction manual.
2. Observe general laboratory safety precautions and regulations.
3. Follow all precautions from the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for
any reagent you use with this instrument.
4. Never operate the instrument in a hazardous or flammable
environment.
5. Do not pipette flammable solvents such as Acetone or Ether.
6. Always work in a manner which neither endangers the user, nor any
other person.
7. Use the instrument only for pipetting, and within the recommended
limits of its chemical resistance and mechanical properties.
8. Never use force when using this instrument.
9. When not in use, store the instrument on stand or in holder.
10. Should the instrument fail to work to specification, immediately stop
pipetting. Clean and troubleshoot the instrument according to the
instructions under “Trouble Shooting” before any further use of the
instrument.
11. Only use original manufacturer’s accessories (AC adapter, stand, and
holder) and spare parts (filters, nose piece, and pipette adapter).
12. Only the original AC adapter should be used for recharging the battery.
13. The Micro USB connector can only be inserted one way into the unit.
Forcing the plug into the housing will damage both the Micro USB and
socket, thus voiding the warranty.
14. Do not immerse in any liquid nor use it with wet hands.
15. Repairs are to be performed by trained and authorized service
personnel only.
16. Opening the instrument or improper use of the instrument voids the
warranty. If there is a failure during the warranty period, contact
Heathrow Scientific
®
for warranty service. (See warranty section)
Safety Precautions
Warning!
If the unit is not used as recommended by the manufacturer, the
overall safety will be impaired.
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