Ventilation Precautions
The venting of fumes and disposal of waste must comply with all of the federal, state, provincial, and local health
and safety regulations. It is the responsibility of the customer to make sure that the air quality is maintained in
compliance with local health and safety regulations.
WARNING! Flammable Chemical Hazard, Biohazard, Ionizing Radiation Hazard,
and Toxic Chemical Hazard. Be sure to use the system in a well-ventilated
laboratory environment in compliance with local regulations and with
appropriate air exchange for the work performed. Solvents used in high
performance liquid chromatography are flammable and toxic.
Chemical Precautions
WARNING! Ionizing Radiation Hazard, Biohazard, or Toxic Chemical Hazard.
Determine whether decontamination is required prior to cleaning or
maintenance. The customer must decontaminate the system prior to cleaning
or maintenance if radioactive materials, biological agents, or toxic chemicals
have been used with the system.
WARNING! Environmental Hazard. Do not dispose of system components in municipal
waste. Follow local regulations when disposing of components.
WARNING! Fire Hazard. If large amounts of flammable waste solvents are collected,
then take preventative measures to minimize the risk of electrical fire due to static
electricity.
CAUTION: Potential System Damage. Do not submerge the end of the drain tubing in the
waste liquid in the waste container.
• Determine which chemicals have been used in the system prior to service and regular maintenance. Refer to
the
Safety Data Sheets
for the health and safety precautions that must be followed with chemicals. SCIEX
Safety Data Sheets
• Always wear assigned personal protective equipment, including powder-free neoprene or nitrile gloves, safety
glasses, and a laboratory coat.
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