Manual Electrophoresis Power Supply, rev. 32/2018
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Very important
This electrophoresis power supply is a high technology instrument available in several versions. As it is
capable of giving dangerous voltage levels by which high power is involved, we suggest that you take a few
moments to read this manual thoroughly. Although this instrument is equipped with all necessary safety
features against abuse and other accidental failures, caution should be exercised when working with high
voltage equipment.
Avoid to touch the outlets with any conducting object
and make sure there is a second person
present for your safety in case of any severe electric shock.
Never touch
any part of the assembly (power supply, leads or tank)
before having switched off
.
Never manipulate with wet hands
.
Do not ground any of the outputs
or the buffer in the tank.
Connect the outlets only to an insulated electrophoresis tank with safety cover.
Never make any other connections, such as e.g. putting several power supplies in series or in
parallel.
In order to prevent electric shock, never open the back plate nor remove the cover.
Do not expose the unit to rain or any other liquid.
Do not spill liquid or insert metal objects inside the unit.
Take care so that the power supply is not dropped to avoid damaging the cabinet which defeats
safeguards or injuring yourself. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged,
unplug it and have it checked by an authorised service technician to restore the safeguards.
The fact that the unit operates satisfactorily does not imply that the unit is properly earthed or that it
is completely safe. If in any doubt about the effective earthing of the unit, contact a qualified
electrician.
Never block the ventilation holes
or place the unit in any enclosure unless proper ventilation is
provided.
Never place the unit near or over a radiator, heat register or stove.
Avoid locations where the instrument is exposed directly to the sunlight to prevent overheating.
Use of the instrument
•
This instrument is especially designed to create the electrical field for the electrophoresis process. Do
not use it for other purposes than for which it is intended! The behaviour of the device might not be
suitable for it.
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The instrument will show the following information during the start-up:
- Model
- Version number
- Serial number
This information is required when contacting our service department (
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Make use of the instrument while studying this manual.
