PerkinElmer AAnalyst 700, User Manual

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Safety/Regulatory Information
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Safe handling of chemicals
Some chemicals used with the instrument may be hazardous or may become
hazardous after completion of an analysis.
The responsible body
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must take the necessary precautions to ensure that the
surrounding workplace is safe and that instrument operators are not exposed to
hazardous levels of toxic substances (chemical or biological) as defined in the
applicable national, state, and local health and safety regulations and laws.
Venting for fumes and disposal of wastes must be in accordance with all national,
state, and local health and safety regulations and laws.
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Use, store, and dispose of chemicals in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and the applicable national, state, and/or local regulations.
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Wear appropriate eye protection at all times while handling chemicals.
Depending on the types of chemicals you are handling, wear safety glasses
with side shields, or goggles, or a full-face shield.
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Wear suitable protective clothing, including gloves if necessary, resistant to
the chemicals you are handling.
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When preparing chemical solutions, always work in a fume hood that is
suitable for the chemicals you are using.
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Perform sample preparation away from the instrument to minimize corrosion
and contamination.
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Clean up spills immediately using the appropriate equipment and supplies,
such as spill cleanup kits.
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Do not put open containers of solvent near the instrument.
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Store solvents in an approved cabinet (with the appropriate ventilation) away
from the instrument.
1. Definitions from IEC 1010-1:
Responsible body:
‘individual or group responsible for the use and maintenance of
equipment, and for ensuring that operators are adequately trained.’
Operator:
‘person operating equipment for its intended purpose.’