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Cautionary Notes
3. Cautionary Notes
Statement: WARNING: Do not operate this instrument in an atmosphere containing explosive gases.
Statement: WARNING: Only approved, supplied mains cord must be used with this instrument.
Statement: WARNING: If it is required to use an extension lead, the lead MUST be grounded.
Statement: VOLTAGE: The ALPS 3000 is supplied for direct connection to normal 115VAC or 240VAC supply,
with a variation in supply that gives a voltage range of 108VAC to 250VAC
• Safety guards MUST be used at ALL times of operation of the unit.
• At no time should the sealing film be in place while the unit is being transported.
• The ALPS 3000 is designed to be operated with a maximum sealing temperature of 200° C
• The ALPS 3000 should be switched on ten minutes prior to use, to enable the set temperature to be
reached.
• The unit should only be used in a suitably ventilated area. The use of solvents on the unit is not
recommended.
• Certain components become hot during the correct operation of the equipment. These components
are marked as described above. Due care should be taken to avoid personal injury.
• The Air Supply must be removed and the electrical supply disconnected, prior to the removal of any
safety guards.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific accepts no responsibility for the misuse of this equipment.
The Mains Plug supplied with the ALPS 3000 unit, is fitted with the following fuse:
Supply
Fuses Fitted in Plug
Fuses Fitted in Sealer
230VAC
13 Ampere
T5AH 250V
115VAC
No Fuses
T5AH 250V
Only refit the correct type of Fuse. Must be IEC127 approved for use in EC Countries.
Must be C.S.A. or UL listed or recognized for use in Canada or the United States of America.
