Waters 2489, Operator'S Manual

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Caution symbol A-5
Chemical hazard warning
This warning applies to Waters instruments that can process corrosive, toxic,
flammable, or other types of hazardous material.
Caution symbol
The caution symbol signifies that an instrument’s use or misuse can damage
the instrument or compromise a sample’s integrity. The following symbol and
its associated statement are typical of the kind that alert you to the risk of
damaging the instrument or sample.
Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments
When operating this device, follow standard quality control procedures and
the equipment guidelines in this section.
Warning:
Waters instruments can be used to analyze or
process potentially hazardous substances. To avoid injury
with any of these materials, familiarize yourself with the
materials and their hazards, observe Good Laboratory
Practices (GLP), and consult your organization’s safety
representative regarding proper use and handling.
Guidelines are provided in the latest edition of the National
Research Council's publication, Prudent Practices in the
Laboratory: Handling and Disposal of Chemicals.
Caution: To avoid damage, do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the
instrument’s case.