M3500 Issue 2 - Feb 2006
Last reviewed: Oct 2010 / Next review Oct 2013
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SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Consumer Protection
The Consumer Protection Act 1987 Part 1. refers to Product Liability. This legislation was
issued as a direct result of an EC Directive to all member states and has been in force with
effect from 1 March 1988.
The Bright Instrument Company Limited, ever mindful of the need to ensure that their
products are not subject to misuse and/or incorrect handling, have made it their aim to
communicate any possible dangers to their customers.
Whilst the Bright Instrument Company Limited markets products manufactured to the highest
safety standards, it is in the interest of the purchaser that he is aware of the resultant dangers
of misuse and/or incorrect handling of these products.
Your attention is therefore drawn to the following precautions:
E
L
ECTRICAL
a. Warning
-
A warning notice is fixed to the instrument (where applicable) stating that
it should be disconnected from the mains supply before removing the panels. This
warning should be strictly observed.
b. Fuses
– Fuse ratings are clearly indicated on all fuse panels adjacent to the fuse
holder. If and when replacement is necessary, the correct fuse rating and type must
be adhered to.
c. Earthing
(Grounding) – A protective earth terminal is fitted and must be used in all
two-wire installations.
MICROTOME KNIVES/BLADES
The microtome knife/blade can be a hazard in the laboratory. Personnel should be made
aware of the dangers and observe the following warnings:
a. DO
NOT
leave the microtome unattended with an exposed knife/blade in position.
Remove the knife/blade, or cover with the guards or visor provided.
b. DO
NOT
leave unboxed knives/blades lying around. Place knives/blades that are not
in use in their boxes or packets.
c. DO
NOT
carry knives/blades unless secure in the box or packet provided.
d. DO
NOT
clean the knife/blade along its length. Wipe the knife/blade from the back
edge to the cutting edge.
e. REMEMBER
that even used knives and blades are dangerous. The are still sharp
and may have been used to cut potentially infectious specimens.
f. DISPOSE
of used knives and blades with the same care as other sharp objects. On
no account should used knives or blades be placed in waste bins.
