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B-2 Warnings and Safety Information
Warnings
ELECTRICAL WARNING
To avoid exposure to shock hazards and/or damage to the instrument while
performing this procedure, power off the analyzer before proceeding.
BIOHAZARD
All products or objects that come in contact with human or animal body fluids
should be handled, before and after cleaning, as if capable of transmitting
infectious diseases. Wear facial protection, gloves, and protective clothing.
The operator should follow the recommendations to prevent the transmission of
infectious agents in health-care settings as recommended by the Clinical and
Laboratory Standards Institute (formerly NCCLS) in
Protection of Laboratory
Workers from Occupationally Acquired Infections; Approved Guideline - Third
Edition.
2005. CLSI Document M29-A3. This document contains complete
information on user protection and it can be used as reference material for
instructions on laboratory safety.
LASER WARNING
To avoid damage to the eyes, never look directly at the laser beam or at its
reflection from a shiny surface. All field service procedures must be followed
precisely. Only Siemens-trained field service personnel should perform
procedures related to laser assemblies.
For more safety information and laser specifications, refer to Safety
Information, Protecting yourself from lasers .
WARNING
When handling
EZ KLEEN
, wear protective clothing, gloves, and safety glasses. It
is harmful if swallowed and may cause eye or skin irritation.
WARNING
Regular strength household bleach is 5% sodium hypochlorite. Extra-strength
household bleach is 6% sodium hypochlorite. Either strength may be used with
the ADVIA 2120/2120i Hematology System. When handling bleach, which can
be used as a cleaning and antiviral agent, wear protective clothing, gloves, and
safety glasses. It is harmful if swallowed and may cause eye or skin irritation.
Use household bleach that is free of heavy metals, such as Clorox.
To prepare a 25% solution of household bleach, dilute one part of bleach with
three parts of clean distilled water, or clean deionized water. The prepared
solution is stable for one week when stored at room temperature.