2 | Safety Information
GP, Explosion-Proof and FMS Lab Refrigerators and Freezers
Safety Information
Your satisfaction and safety are important to VWR and a
complete understanding of these units is necessary to attain
these objectives.
As the user of these products, it is your responsibility to
understand its proper function and operational
characteristics. This instruction manual should be thoroughly
read and all operators given adequate training before
attempting to place these units in service. Awareness of the
stated cautions and warnings, and compliance with
recommended operating parameters – together with
maintenance requirements – are important for safe and
satisfactory operation. The units should be used for its
intended application; alterations or modifications will void the
Warranty.
These products are not intended, nor can they be used, as a
sterile or patient connected device. In addition, these units are
not designed for use in Class I, II or III locations as defined by
the US National Electrical Code, unless otherwise noted.
Alert Signals
ON
OFF
Safety Alert:
Important operating instructions.
To reduce the risk of injury or poor performance
of the unit. Read the user manual before putting
the equipment into operation.
WARNING:
Indicates an immediately hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates an immediately hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, may result in
minor to moderate injury.
WARNING:
Avoid contact with cold freezer
surfaces potential for cold burns or skin sticking
to cold surfaces.
WARNING:
Use of this symbol involves risk of
electric shock.
Do not modify or use power supplies other than
OEM equipment. Connection of the power
supply may require a properly grounded
receptacle. Potential for electrical shock or
equipment damage exists if precautions are not
followed.
Note:
Notes alert you to pertinent facts and conditions.
DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or
freezer:
•
Take off doors.
•
Leave the shelves in the place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.