Thermo Scientific VF-F20-A, Operating Manual

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Operation
Page 98 Integral Fraction Collector FT (VF-F20-A) Operating Manual
6.2 Safety Guidelines for Operation
When operating the device, pay attention to the following safety
guidelines:
Observe all warning messages and precautionary statements presented
in Safety Precautions (
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page 22) .
WARNING — Moving Parts
Parts inside the device are moving when the device prepares and
performs the analyses of the sample. These moving parts can pose a
pinch point hazard that may cause personal injury.
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Keep the device front doors closed when the device prepares and
performs the fraction collection.
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During these phases, the LED bar on the device is illuminated blue.
WARNING — Flammable and Hazardous Vapors from Spills
Flammable or hazardous vapors from sample spills can accumulate
inside the device. This can pose health and safety risks.
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Ensure that the sample racks and well plates are properly positioned
in the segments.
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When you use sample racks, fill the sample rack with the vials before
placing the sample rack in the carousel.
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Do not open the device front doors and remove any sample racks or
collection containers during the phases when parts inside the device
are moving. During these phases, the LED bar is illuminated blue.
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Every time the doors are closed, the device performs an inventory
scan of the sample racks or well plates inside the fraction
compartment.
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If a spill occurs inside the device, turn the device power off. Clean up
the spill and leave the device door open. Allow sufficient time for the
spill to dry and any vapors to disperse before putting the device back
into use.