Safety instructions
qTOWER³ / qTOWER³ G
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Do not use any oil between the samples and the sample block! The use of oil during
device operation can result in the formation of health-hazardous vapors. Using oil to
ensure better heat exchange is not necessary due to the excellent heat conductance
of the installed sample block.
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Wear safety goggles during operation!
The rapid heating of the thermal block can cause liquids to evaporate explosively.
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Only use plates, tubes, foils and caps suitable for high temperatures (up to 110 °C)!
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Do not touch hot sample tubes or plates and do not open them or boiling liquid may
escape!
3.4.2
Safety instructions – protection against explosion and fire
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The device must not be operated with flammable, explosive or volatile substances.
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The device may not be operated in an explosion-hazard environment.
3.4.3
Safety instructions – electrical equipment
The device is in accordance with the interference emission and interference immunity
requirements of the corresponding standards.
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The device may only be connected to power sources whose nominal voltage is the
same as that on the rating plate of the device.
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The electrical components must be checked regularly by a qualified electrician. Any
defects, such as loose connections or faulty/damaged cables must be repaired im-
mediately by specialist personnel.
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In case of malfunctions of the electrical components, switch off the device at the
main switch immediately and disconnect the mains plug from the grid.
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Before opening, the device must be isolated from all circuits!
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Work on the electrical components of the device may only be performed by Analytik
Jena customer service employees and specially authorized technicians in accordance
with valid electrotechnical regulations. Life-threatening voltages may be applied
within the device! There is a risk of electric shock if contact is made with live compo-
nents, which may lead to serious injury or death.
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Any work on the interior of the device, except for that described in this operating
manual, may only be carried out by Analytik Jena customer service and specially au-
thorized technicians.
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Make sure the correct fuses are used and replace these if necessary. To do this, sep-
arate the device from the mains supply.
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The device may only be used with the supplied power cable or a power cable with
the same specification (1.5 m length, shielded, with grounding conductor). Exten-
sion of the power cable used is not permitted. The use of different power cables is
not permitted, and can result in increased electromagnetic interference emission or
decreased electromagnetic interference immunity of the device and incorrect device
operation.
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Wipe spilled samples or reagents immediately with an absorbent cloth or piece of
paper. Do not allow any liquid to enter the device.
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Do not use the device in environments with extreme humidity (>95%), or in loca-
tions in which condensation may occur.