Thermo Scientific 146i, Instruction Manual

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Preface
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i Model 146 i Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific
Safety
Review the following safety information carefully before using the analyzer.
This manual provides specific information on how to operate the analyzer,
however if the analyzer is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Safety and Equipment
Damage Alerts
This manual contains important information to alert you to potential safety
hazards and risks of equipment damage. Refer to the following types of
alerts you may see in this manual.
Safety and Equipment Damage Alert Descriptions
Alert Description
DANGER A hazard is present that will result in death or serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored.
WARNING A hazard is present or an unsafe practice can result in
serious personal injury if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION The hazard or unsafe practice could result in minor to
moderate personal injury if the warning is ignored.
Equipment Damage The hazard or unsafe practice could result in property
damage if the warning is ignored.
Safety and Equipment Damage Alerts in this Manual
Alert Description
WARNING This instrument contains 120 volts AC (or 220 volts AC)
and 800 volts DC. Normal precautions should be used
when working on the inside of the instrument with the
power connected.
If the equipment is operated in a manner not specified by
the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
The service procedures in this manual are restricted to
qualified service personnel only.
The Model 146
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is supplied with a three-wire grounding
cord. Under no circumstances should this grounding
system be defeated.