Milestone PrestoCHILL, Operator'S Manual

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PrestoCHILL MM138-003
– Operator Manual
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1.6. Warning information
Should the equipment be used in different ways than those specified by the manufacturer, the warranty
provided by the manufacturer may be void.
Main power plugs are considered disconnecting device. Disconnect all plugs from the socket outlet before
assembling of the system, before connection of the optional (if present) and before cleaning.
Equipment shall be connected to a main power socket outlet which is accessible and visible by the operator.
Equipment is provided with replaceable fuses, however their replacement is to be performed by properly
authorized service personnel. If the system is not properly working, please contact the local authorized and
trained service representative of the manufacturer.
Parts of this instrument may attain temperatures as low as
–42ºC. It is important to avoid allowing bare skin
to touch such cold surfaces
– when in doubt, wear gloves.
All parts of the equipment and all optional must be supplied only by the manufacturer.
DO NOT OPEN THE CHASSIS. Failure to follow the instruction in the documentation
might lead to a reduction of device safety. If the equipment is not working properly,
please contact your supplier or the manufacturer.
Do not remove the instrument, optional, panels or cover. Only authorized and
qualified SERVICE personnel may repair the instrument and access the
instrument’s internal components.
It is important that normal standards of safety and good laboratory practices are
employed. Always use common sense and the best known practice when operating
the instrument.
The institution owning the instrument has primary responsibility for accident-free
operation together with designated personnel who operate, service or repair it.
To avoid damage to the instrument, use only the reagents listed in chapter 1.8
Compatible Reagents. Failure to follow the instructions in the documentation might
lead to a reduction of device safety.
Low Temperatures are present in this equipment.
Extreme care should be taken.
DO NOT let bare skin come into contact with metal surfaces.