Varian 900-LC Series Liquid Chromatograph
Varian, this protection may be impaired. It is essential that no
cover is bypassed, damaged or removed.
The safety practices described below are provided to help the user
operate the instrument safely. Read each safety topic thoroughly
before attempting to operate the instrument and ALWAYS operate
the liquid chromatograph in accordance with these safety
practices.
Follow these safety practices to ensure safe equipment operation.
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Perform periodic leak checks on all supply lines and
pneumatic plumbing.
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Do not allow liquid lines to become kinked or punctured. Place
lines away from foot traffic and extreme heat or cold.
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Store organic solvents in fireproof, vented and clearly labeled
cabinets so they are easily identified as toxic and/or
flammable materials.
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Keep the waste vessel in view and empty as required.
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Do not accumulate waste solvents. Dispose of such materials
through a regulated disposal program and not through
municipal sewage lines.
This instrument has been tested per applicable requirements of
EMC Directive as required to carry the European Union CE Mark.
This equipment may be susceptible to radiation/interference levels
or frequencies, which are not within the tested limits.
Electrical Hazards
Exposure to high voltages and UV energy can cause severe skin
damage and cataracts of the eyes, while close contact with the
electrical components can result in severe heat burns to the skin,
and an electrical discharge which may cause death, severe electric
shock or sub-surface skin burns.
The 900-LC Series Liquid Chromatograph has been carefully
designed to operate safely and effectively when using components
that conform to Varian’s design criteria. Use of non-approved
components in the LC system may render the system inoperative
and/or hazardous. It may also invalidate the warranty on the
instrument. Use only related components supplied or authorized by
Varian.
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Disconnect the instrument from all power sources before
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Publication date: December 2007
