PerkinElmer Clarus SQ 8 MS Series, Hardware Manual

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Warnings and Safety Information
Clarus MS Safety Practices
NOTE: This equipment requires no specified inspection or preventive maintenance to ensure
the continuous functioning of its safety features.
The Clarus SQ 8 Mass Spectrometer should be used in accordance with the instructions
provided in the hardware and software user’s guides and tutorial supplied with the
instrument. If used otherwise, the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
Generic Warnings
Before installing or operating a Clarus SQ 8 MS, read the following topics concerning
hazards and potential hazards. Ensure that anyone involved with installation and/or
operation of a Clarus SQ 8 MS is knowledgeable in both general safety practices for
the laboratory and safety practices for the mass spectrometer. Get advice from your
safety engineer, industrial hygienist, environmental engineer, or safety manager before
you install or use this instrument.
Moving the Clarus SQ 8 MS
WARNING
The Clarus SQ 8 MS is 48 kg (105 lb) in weight.
The mass spectrometer requires two people to safely lift it and
should be lifted from the bottom. Use the following lifting posture
to avoid back injury: With knees bent, simultaneously lift the
instrument out of the carton as you end up in a standing position.
WARNING
Le Clarus SQ 8 MS mesure 48 kg (105 lb) de poids.
Le spectromètre de masse nécessite deux personnes pour le
soulever en toute sécurité et doit être soulevée par le bas. Utilisez
la posture de levage suivante pour éviter les blessures au dos:
Avec les genoux pliés, soulevez simultanément l'instrument hors
du carton lorsque vous vous retrouvez en position debout.