Hitachi CHROMASTER 5160, Instruction Manual

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SAFETY - 3
SAFETY SUMMARY
WARNING precautions in the Manual
WARNING
Ignition of Flammable Chemicals
•
This instrument is not explosion-proof. In unattended operation, do not use organic
solvents having an ignition point below 70
°
C
(Section 2.3, 3.6)
•
Beware of ignition hazard when using flammable chemicals such as organic solvents.
(a)
Do not bring a heat or flame source near the instrument.
(b)
Well-ventilate the laboratory room where the instrument is used.
(c)
Always check the following conditions. If an abnormality is found, stop operation
immediately.
◊
Leakage of solvent or waste solution.
◊
Leakage of solvent inside the instrument.
(Section 2.3, 3.6)
•
When using flammable chemicals, be careful about possible ignition due to static
electricity. To prevent the build-up of static electricity, use a conductive container for
waste solution employ and provide proper grounding connection to it.
(Section 2.3, 3.6)
Explosion of Vapor from Flammable Chemicals
If a flammable chemical such as organic solvent leaks from the flow path of the instrument
and its vapor concentration reaches the explosion limit, it could cause spontaneous
combustion with dangerously explosive results.
When using a flammable and readily volatile chemical, be sure to check for leakage from
the instrument flow path and ventilate the laboratory room adequately.
(Section 2.3, 3.6)