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Revision 001, 03/09
© SP Industries, Inc. 2009
Important Symbols
Warning!
Injury or even death
may result if a recommendation
marked with this symbol is not
heeded.
Crush Hazard.
Keep hands clear when
operating door.
Electric Shock Danger!
Use
appropriate caution to avoid injury or
death.
Corrosive Chemical.
Wear suitable
gloves, safety glasses, and protective
clothing.
Burn Danger!
Potentially hot surface.
Use appropriate caution.
Property Caution!
To prevent damage to
chamber equipment and/or load, adhere
to procedures marked by this symbol.
Do not store flammable materials in
chamber.
Practical Operating Tip.
These
recommendations streamline unit
operation and prevent common operator
errors.
Wear Safety Glasses.
Explosive Materials Hazard!
Keep
objects away from heat.
Freeze Dryer Safety Warnings
9
Always assume that shelf, condenser and internal parts may be very cold or very hot. Wear protective equipment to
avoid burns.
9
Always ensure that only an authorized technician services the refrigeration, heat transfer, vacuum and electrical
systems.
9
Always ensure that refrigeration air intake is clear and clean.
9
Always ensure vacuum pump exhaust is properly ventilated and/or contained.
9
Always practice team lifting when moving heavy equipment.
9
Always use a maximum one pound regulator if backfilling from an inert gas source.
9
Always wear safety glasses when using glass flasks.
9
Do carefully read the entire instruction manual before attempting to operate the freeze dryer.
9
Do verify that the electric service and other utilities match the unit’s requirements before connecting to power.
9
Never allow hand or body contact with open vacuum ports.
9
Never clean with solvents. Use mild detergent and water only.
9
Never operate the unit without all covers in place.
9
Never pressurize chambers. Laboratory freeze-drying systems are designed for vacuum only.
9
Never stopper vials unless the chamber door is tightly closed.
9
Never use acrylic closures if they are cracked or crazed.
9
Never use with toxic, corrosive, flammable or organic materials unless special precautions are in place to prevent injury
to personnel or damage to equipment.
