Macherey-Nagel NANOCOLOR UV/VIS II, Quick Start Manual

Page: 8 / 33

8 Quickstart guide NANOCOLOR ®
UV
/
VIS
II V 1.02 / 08.15
2. Safety precautions
Please read the instruction manual carefully before setting up and using the instrument.
In case instructions are disregarded, the instrument may malfunction or get damaged. To
ensure perfect performance of the instrument, it may only be used as described in this
manual. Please pay particular attention to the following warning notices, which indicate
special dangers when using the instrument.
Caution:
Imminent danger of an electric shock.
!
Attention:
Indicates actions that pose a potential threat to instrument performance or may
cause instrument damage.
!
Warning:
Indicates actions that pose a threat to the user. In case of not adhering to the
advice, slight or serious injuries may occur.
Caution:
Indicates danger by laser radiation.
2.1 Input supply
!
To ensure safe functioning of the instrument, please use the included power
cable or power adapter only.
2.2 Biological risk
When using the instrument, it may be necessary to handle hazardous chemicals or
biologically harmful samples. Please adhere to the following guidelines while using the
instrument:
• Please read all information concerning hazards and safety measures in the material
safety data sheets and on the packages you work with.
• All utilized compounds need to be disposed in accordance with national rules and
regulations.
• The type of safety equipment utilized needs to be in line with the concentration and
hazard potential of the given substance used.
2.3 Protective clothing
As protective clothing we recommend to wear protection gloves and a laboratory coat.
2.4 Improper handling and warranty
In case of improper handling or handling operation by untrained personnel,
MACHEREY-NAGEL declines any warranty claims.
2.5 Damage of casing
If the housing is damaged, the instrument needs to be sent in for repair. In such a case,
the proper functioning of the instrument as well as the correctness of the measurement
results cannot be guaranteed anymore.