PerkinElmer OilExpress 4, User Manual

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20 . OilExpress 4 System User's Guide
General Safety
If the system is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided
by the instrument may be impaired. Only use the OilExpress 4 System indoors and under the
following conditions:
• Temperature: 15 °C to 35 °C
• Relative Humidity: 80% maximum at 30 °C (non–condensing)
• Altitude up to 2000 m (above mean sea level).
• Mains supply fluctuations not exceeding ±10% of the nominal voltage.
Whenever it is likely that the OilExpress 4 System is unsafe make it inoperative. The
OilExpress 4 System may be unsafe if it:
• Shows visible damage.
• Fails to perform the intended measurement.
• Has been subjected to prolonged storage in unfavorable conditions.
• Has been subjected to severe transport stresses.
WARNING
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified herein the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Electrical Safety
• The OilExpress 4 System (excluding the Spectrum Two spectrometer) must be
disconnected from all voltage sources before any adjustment, replacement and
maintenance, or cleaning up of any major liquid spills.
• The Spectrum Two spectrometer must be disconnected from all voltage sources before
it is opened for any adjustment, replacement, maintenance or repair, unless otherwise
directed in the maintenance procedures described in this manual, or in the software.
• Only plug the system components into power outlet sockets that are provided with a
protective earth connection.
WARNING
To ensure safe and satisfactory operation of the instrument, it is
essential that the green or green/yellow ground (earth) wire of each
power cord is connected to a ground that complies with the regulations
of the local electricity supply authority (or equivalent body); ground
circuit continuity is essential for safe operation of the equipment.