TissueLyser II User Manual 05/2016
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It or the line power cord appears to be damaged.
It has been stored under unfavorable conditions for a prolonged period.
It has been subjected to severe transport stresses.
If the TissueLyser II is not in use, switch it off at the power switch. If the TissueLyser II will not be
used for a prolonged period of time, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Environment
Operating conditions
WARNING
Explosive atmosphere
(W3)
The TissueLyser II is not designed for use in an explosive atmosphere.
WARNING
Risk of explosion
(W4)
The TissueLyser II is intended for use with reagents and substances supplied with QIAGEN
kits. Use of other reagents and substances may lead to fire or explosion.
CAUTION
Damage to the instrument
(C3)
Direct sunlight may bleach parts of the instrument and cause damage to plastic parts. The
TissueLyser II must be located out of direct sunlight.
Biological safety
Specimens and reagents containing materials from humans should be treated as potentially
infectious. Use safe laboratory procedures as outlined in publications such as Biosafety in
Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories, HHS (www.cdc.gov/od/ohs/biosfty/biosfty.htm).
Samples
Samples may contain infectious agents. You should be aware of the health hazard presented by
such agents and should use, store, and dispose of such samples according to the required safety
regulations.
WARNING
Samples containing infectious agents
(W5)
Some samples used with the TissueLyser II may contain infectious agents. Handle such
samples with the greatest of care and in accordance with the required safety regulations.
Always wear safety glasses, 2 pairs of gloves, and a lab coat.
