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CHAPTER 2 Safety Information
Sysmex XE-5000 Instructions for Use 2-3
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2.4 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
This instrument complies with the following IEC (EN)
standards.
• IEC61326-2-6:2005 (EN61326-2-6:2005)
Electronic equipment for analysis, control and laboratory
use — EMC request.
• EMI (electromagnetic emission (= interference radiation))
Class A requirements are fulfilled.
• EMS (electromagnetic immunity (= resistance against
jamming))
For this issue the minimum requirements with regards to
immunity are fulfilled.
2.5 Avoidance of infection
Risk of infection
• In principle, all parts and surfaces of the instrument
must be regarded as infective.
• Never touch waste or parts having been in contact
with waste, with bare hands.
• Should you inadvertently come in contact with
potentially infective materials or surfaces,
immediately rinse skin thoroughly with water, then
follow your laboratory’s prescribed cleaning and
decontamination procedures.
• Be careful when handling samples and control blood.
Use of personal protective equipment is strongly
recommended when operating, maintaining,
servicing or repairing the instrument.
• If patient samples of control material contact your
eyes, wash the area with plenty of water and
immediately contact a physician.
• Be careful when handling waste. If you get it on your
skin or clothes, wash with disinfectant.