Safety
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WARNING
W7.0021
Risk of fire / burns
Hot parts (crucibles, reagents etc.
) can fall down
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Hot parts may fall onto benches, floors or other surfaces and catch fire.
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Clothing and other materials may catch fire.
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Erect the analyzer in a fireproof environment. Pay special attention
to the bench, the floor and other surfaces close to the analyzer.
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Always wear suitable work clothes
.
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Keep the work environment free from all materials that could catch
fire
.
WARNING
W8.0000
Risk of poisoning
Toxic combustion gases
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Samples are exposed to high temperatures during the analysis. Harmful
gaseous fission products can be released or formed from reaction
processes here. These gases can escape from the gas outlet and cause
serious poisoning.
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Connect the exhaust air outlet on the machine to a suitable
ventilation system.
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Wear your personal protective equipment.
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Comply with the safety data sheet for the substances used.
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Carry out a risk analysis on the potential hazards of your samples
and implement protective measures.
WARNING
W9.0000
Risk of life-threatening injuries
Falling loads
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The analyzer may only be transported or lifted using suitable lifting gear
such as a forklift or crane. Loads can fall down causing life-threatening
injuries.
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Only lift and transport the analyzer with the help of suitable lifting
gear such as a forklift or crane.
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Secure the analyzer with suitable safety belts (supplied straps)
during transport.
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Pay attention to the centre of gravity of the analyzer (on the right-
hand side of the machine).
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Keep a safe distance from the machine while transporting it.
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Never step underneath raised loads.