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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND APPLICATION LIMITS
Before using the instrument for the fi rst time, read the safety precautions and application limits
carefully. Socorex will not assume any responsibility for problems related to erroneous use of
the instrument.
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Refer to and follow regulations about handling
of potentially hazardous reagents
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Before use, check tip/nozzle tightness and
working condition of the instrument
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Emergency stop : press the “ set/stop ” key to
interrupt immediately any plunger movement
in stepper and dilution modes
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Do not use the Acura
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electro
in areas where
there is explosion or fl ame hazard
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Do not place the Acura
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electro
on charging
stand with a fi lled ti p
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Do not let liquid penetrate the pipette casing
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Change volumetric module
only
with charged
power handle in place
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Do not use any volumetric module (lower
assembly) not specifi cally intended for your
instrument
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Instrument should not be used at tempera-
tures below 5° C and over 40° C
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This product should be used only for its
intended purpose
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Mind possible hand-fatigue during serial pipet-
ting and its potential medical consequences
(such as repetitive strain injuries, RSI)
Pipette handling
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Do not use aggressive solutions (such as
acetone) to clean volumetric modules. Use
water or alcohol (ethanol) instead
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The volumetric module (lower assembly) only
is autoclavable at 121° C. The control unit (up-
per assembly) is
not
autoclavable
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No liquid must penetrate inside the pipette
control unit (upper assembly)
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Refer to instructions for any operation (main-
tenance, change of volumetric modules)
carried out on the instrument
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Servicing of control unit must be done by
authorised, trained personnel only
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Use only Socorex original parts and accesso-
ries (power handle, pipette tips, spare parts)
Maintenance and sterilisation
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Power handle (battery) must be completely
charged before fi rst use
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Power handle can be charged either sepa-
rately, or when placed on the instrument
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In any case, do not re-charge instrument
before “ low bat ” signal appears on pipette
display
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Do not use any fast charger other than the
original one supplied by manufacturer
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Do not damage electrical cord or plug of
charger with heavy or sharp items
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Do not expose pipette, power handle, charg-
ing stand or fast charger to heat or liquid
spillage
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Remove power handle from the instrument
if it is stored for a long period of time ; this
prevents discharge of the batteries
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Recycle used or damaged power handle ac-
cording to applicable local laws
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The power handle will have longer life span if
the above instructions are followed carefully
Charging stand, power handle and fast charger
