AZURA® Assistant ASM 2.2L Instructions V6803
Basic safety instructions 3
2. Basic safety instructions
The device has been developed and constructed in such a way that haz-
ards arising from its intended use are largely excluded. Nevertheless, the
following safety instructions must be observed in order to exclude residu-
al hazards.
2.1 Intended use
Only use the device for applications that fall within the range of the in-
tended use. Otherwise, the protective and safety equipment of the device
could fail.
2.1.1
Operating ranges
The device is intended to be used for chromatographic applications in
the laboratory.
2.1.2
Foreseeable misuse
Refrain from the use of the device for the following purposes or condi-
tions:
Medical purposes. The device is not approved as a medical product.
Operating outside of a laboratory or measurement room. Otherwise,
the manufacturer does not guarantee the functionality and safety of the
device.
Operation in potentially explosive areas without special and additional
explosion protection. Contact the KNAUER Customer Support for more
information.
2.2 User qualification
The user is qualified to handle the device if all of the following points
apply:
He has at least a basic knowledge of liquid chromatography.
He has knowledge about the properties of the used solvents and their
health risks.
He is trained for the special tasks and activities in the laboratory and
knows the relevant standards and regulations.
Due to his technical training and experience, he can understand and
carry out all the work described in the operating instructions on the
instrument and recognize and avoid possible dangers independently.
His ability to react is not impaired by the consumption of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
Participation in the installation of a device or a training by the company
KNAUER or an authorized company.
If the user does not meet these qualifications, he must inform his supervi-
sor.
2.3 Operator responsibility
The operator is any person who operates the device himself or leaves it to
a third party for use and who bears the legal product responsibility for the
protection of the user or third parties during operation.
The obligations of the operator are listed below: