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Condition
Acceptable range
Transient category
Installation categories II
Overvoltage category Installation categories II
Vibration
The instrument is not adjacent to strong vibration sources, such as a centrifuge, pump, or
compressor. Excessive vibration will affect instrument performance.
Pollution degree
II
Install the instrument in an environment that has nonconductive pollutants such as
dust particles or wood chips. Typical environments with a Pollution Degree II rating are
laboratories and sales and commercial areas.
Liquid waste
collection
Dispose of the polymer, buffer, reagents and any liquid waste as hazardous waste in
compliance with local and national regulations.
Other conditions
Ensure the room is away from any vents that could expel particulate material on the
components.
Avoid placing the instrument and computer adjacent to heaters, cooling ducts, or in direct
sunlight.
Electrical requirements
CAUTION!
Do not unpack or plug in any components until they are configured for the proper
operating voltage by the service representative.
WARNING!
For safety, the power outlet for the instrument must be accessible at all times. See
“Component clearances required for installation and maintenance”
the space needed between the wall and the instrument. In case of emergency, you must be able to
immediately disconnect the main power supply to all the equipment. Allow adequate space between
the wall and the equipment so that the power cords can be disconnected in case of emergency.
• Dedicated line and ground between the instrument and the main electrical service.
• Maximum power dissipation: ~417 VA, 371 W (not including computer and monitor)
• Mains AC line voltage tolerances must be up to ±10 percent of nominal voltage
Appendix C
Site requirements
Electrical requirements
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