OAK Environmental Express PH250, Instruction Manual

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For Your Safety
VII
• Safety precautions
This section provides precautions for using the product safely and correctly and to prevent
injury and damage. The terms of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION indicate the degree of
immanency and hazardous situation. Read the precautions carefully as it contains important
safety messages.
• Instrument and electrode
Do not disassemble or modify the instrument. Otherwise, it may heat up or be ignited
resulting in a fire or an accident.
Harmful chemicals
Some electrodes are used with hazardous standard solutions. Handle them with care.
The internal solution of pH electrode is highly concentrated potassium chloride (3.33
mol/L KCl). If the internal solution comes in contact with the skin, wash it off
immediately. If it gets into the eyes, flush with plenty of water and then consult a
doctor.
Broken glass
Broken glass may cause injury. The outer tube and tip of an electrode are made of
glass. Handle them with care.
Do not use the phono jack under wet or humid conditions. Otherwise, it may cause a
fire, electric shock, or breakage.