OHAUS Frontier FC5706, User Manual

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Frontier
TM
Benchtop Centrifuges EN-1
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
Thank you for choosing this OHAUS product.
All symbols indicate safety instructions and points to potential dangerous situations. Please read the
manual completely before using the Frontier
TM
centrifuge to avoid incorrect operation.
1.2 Definition of Signal Warnings and Symbols
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and
warnings. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions
and false results.
The degree of danger is a part of a safety note and distinguishes the possible results of non-observance
from each other.
Signal Words
DANGER
Will lead to severe injuries or death if not avoided.
WARNING
For a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in injuries or death if not
avoided.
CAUTION
For a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the device or the
property or in loss of data, or injuries if not avoided.
ATTENTION For important information about the product. May lead to equipment damage if not
avoided
NOTE For useful information about the product
Warning Symbols
General Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard
Alternating Current Biohazard
Explosion Crushing
Warning and information signs on the surface of centrifuge
Four carrier must be used at all times on four place swing out rotors or
damage will occur to the centrifuge. Such damage will not be covered under
the product warranty.
Attention! Check the fastening of the rotor nut before each run.
Take off mains plug before opening the housing or the emergency release.