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TissueLyser III Safety Instructions and Quick Start Guide
05/2023
Waste disposal
Used labware, such as sample tubes, may contain hazardous chemicals or infectious agents
from the sample disruption process. Such wastes must be collected and disposed of properly
according to local safety regulations. For information on how to dispose of the TissueLyser III,
see Appendix A of the
TissueLyser III User Manual
.
Mechanical and thermal hazards
WARNING
Moving parts
Do not leave the TissueLyser III unattended during operation.
To ensure safety, the TissueLyser III will not operate until the hood is closed.
WARNING
Moving parts
Damage or personal injury can occur if the TissueLyser Adapter Set
or Grinding Jar Set is not securely attached.
Ensure that both adapters and grinding jars are of similar weight. Do
not operate the TissueLyser III with only a single adapter or grinding
jar installed.
WARNING
Danger of burns and scalds
Depending on the sample and the disruption parameters, grinding
jars and samples can heat up considerably during the disruption
process. Only touch the grinding jars with protective gloves and wait
for equilibration to room temperature before opening the jars.
