Safety instructions
qTOWER
3
84 / qTOWER
3
84 G
Edition 02.19
11
The use of oil between the samples and the sample block is not necessary to
achieve an improved heat exchange. However, if you still want to use oil, you
should use mineral oil. Do not use silicone oil.
The thermal block, the samples and the heated lid reach high temperatures.
There is a risk of burns during contact.
Ensure that the lid is securely closed before starting the program! Do not touch
the heated lid!
The rapid heating of the thermal block can cause liquids to boil explosively. Al-
ways wear safety goggles during operation!
Do not touch hot sample vessels or plates and do not open them or boiling liq-
uid may escape!
Only use plates and vessels that are suitable for high temperatures (up to
100°C), fit well into the thermal block (no shaking) and whose lids seal tightly!
2.6.2
Safety instructions - Protection against explosion and fire
The qTOWER³ 84 must not be operated in an explosive environment.
The operating personnel must be familiar with the location of the fire-fighting equipment
in the operating room of the device.
The qTOWER³ 84 must not be operated with flammable, explosive or volatile substanc-
es.
2.6.3
Safety instructions - electrical equipment
Work on electrical components of the qTOWER³ 84 may only be carried out by a quali-
fied electrician in accordance wit the applicable electrical engineering rules. Life-
threatening electrical voltages may occur in the interior of the qTOWER³ 84!
Observe the following:
Any work on the interior of the device may only be carried out by the customer
service of Analytik Jena AG and specially authorized technicians.