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8 Decommissioning and Disposal | 8.2 Transport and Storage
WARNING
Reaction products
Dangerous reaction products can be present in the specimen chamber during or after opera-
tion.
4
Ensure that there is an appropriate exhaust gas line to remove the waste gas of the pre-
vacuum pump and to transmit it to the outside.
4
Wear lint-free gloves when touching the inner parts of the specimen chamber or the speci-
men.
WARNING
Suffocation hazard due to lack of oxygen
Gaseous dry nitrogen is used to vent the specimen chamber during specimen exchange. Inhal-
ing nitrogen may cause unconsciousness.
4
During specimen exchange, keep the chamber door open as short as possible.
4
Do not inhale the air from within the specimen chamber.
4
Ensure that the area around the microscope is sufficiently ventilated.
4
If you begin to experience symptoms of asphyxia (for example: rapid breathing, loss of
mental alertness and/or muscular coordination, depression of sensations, emotional insta-
bility, fatigue) leave the room immediately and inform the facility’s safety officer.
Procedure
1. Switch off the Microscope System.
2. Pull the mains plug.
8.2 Transport and Storage
WARNING
Tilting hazard when removing the microscope from the crate
When removing the microscope from the wooden crate, it can tilt and crush a person.
4
Use a forklift to remove the microscope from the wooden crate.
WARNING
Crushing hazard when lowering the microscope
The microscope and its components are heavy. When the load is lowered during transport and
positioning, body parts can be crushed.
4
Maintain a safe distance.
4
Do not walk or place your hands or feet under the load while it is being lowered.
4
Wear safety shoes and gloves.
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