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B-4 Warnings and Safety Information
Noise-limit requirement
The ADVIA 2120/2120i conforms to the following noise-limit requirement:
EN27779: 1989 Measurement of Airborne Noise Emitted By Computer and
Business Equipment (61 dBA)
Documentation
In the printed and online documentation, all hazards (except those associated
with reagents) are categorized as follows:
WARNING
Indicates the risk of personal injury or loss of life if operating
procedures and practices are not correctly followed.
CAUTION
Indicates the possibility of damage to or destruction of
equipment if operating procedures and practices are not strictly
observed.
IMPORTANT
Indicates that system functions, including test results, may be
adversely affected if operating procedures and practices are not
correctly followed.
Hazards associated with the presence, handling, or use of required reagents are
categorized as follows:
CAUTION ! Indicates a hazard that could cause illness, burns, skin reactions,
and so on. Substances such as diluted acids, mild caustics,
minor skin irritants, and combustible materials are assigned to
this category.
ATTENTION Indicates that a specific risk exists to the user or performance.
Refer to the labels on the reagent containers and to the Material Safety Data
Sheets for information about the hazards and precautions associated with the
reagents.
System Symbols
This section describes the symbols that can appear on the exterior of the ADVIA
2120/2120i system or on the system packaging. The symbols on the system
provide you with the location of certain components and with warnings for
proper operation. The symbols on the system packaging provide you with other
important information
.