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1. Safety precautions
The following symbols mean:
Caution!
Make sure you have fully read and understood the present Manual
before using the equipment. Please pay special attention to sections
marked by this symbol.
GENERAL SAFETY
Use only as specified in the Operating Manual provided.
Do not use a dropped or damaged unit.
Store and transport the unit in a horizontal position (see package label).
After transportation or storage and before connecting to electric circuit, keep the unit
under room temperature for 2-3 h.
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended
by the manufacturer, check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
Do not make modifications in design of the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Connect only to electric circuit with voltage corresponding to that on the serial number
label.
Do not plug the unit into an ungrounded power socket, and do not use an ungrounded
extension lead.
Ensure that the power switch and plug are easily accessible during use.
Disconnect the unit from the electric circuit before moving.
Disconnect the plug from power socket to turn off the unit.
If liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from the electric circuit and have it
checked by a repair and maintenance technician.
Do not operate the unit in premises where condensation can form. Operating condi-
tions of the unit are defined in the Specification section.
DURING OPERATION
Do not impede the platform motion.
Make sure that all sample vessels are tightly sealed. Humidity caused by evaporation
from unsealed vessels inside the incubator will damage the unit.
Do not operate the unit in premises with aggressive or explosive chemical mixtures.
Please contact manufacturer for possibility of unit operation in specific atmosphere.
Do not use outside laboratory rooms.
Do not place a load exceeding the maximum load value mentioned in the Specifica-
tions section of this Manual.
Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been installed incorrectly.
BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous
material is spilt on or penetrates into the equipment.
