Qiagen QIAsymphony SP, Operating Manual

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QIAsymphony SP/AS Consolidated Operating Guide 12/2017 15
WARNING/
CAUTION
Risk of personal injury and material damage
Improper use of the QIAsymphony SP/AS may cause personal injuries or
damage to the instrument.
CAUTION
Damage to the instrument
Avoid spilling water or chemicals onto the QIAsymphony SP/AS. Instrument.
Damage caused by water or chemical spillage will void your warranty.
Important
Do not place items on top of the QIAsymphony SP/AS hoods.
CAUTION
Damage to the instrument
Do not lean on the touchscreen when it is folded down.
Important
In case of emergency, switch off the QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments and
unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
2.2 Electrical safety
Important
If operation of the instruments is interrupted in any way (e.g., due to interruption
of the power supply or a mechanical error), first switch off the QIAsymphony
SP/AS instruments, then disconnect the electrical cord from the power supply
and contact QIAGEN Technical Services.
WARNING
Electrical hazard
Any interruption of the protective conductor (earth/ground lead) inside or
outside the instrument or disconnection of the protective conductor terminal is
likely to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Lethal voltages inside the instrument
When the instrument is connected to line power, terminals may be live. Opening
covers or removing parts is likely to expose live parts