Precautionary labels
Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or damage to the instrument
could occur if not observed. A symbol on the instrument is referenced in the manual with a
precautionary statement.
This symbol, if noted on the instrument, references the instruction manual for operation and/or safety
information.
Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European public disposal
systems after 12 August of 2005. In conformity with European local and national regulations (EU
Directive 2002/96/EC), European electrical equipment users must now return old or end-of-life
equipment to the Producer for disposal at no charge to the user.
Note: For return for recycling, please contact the equipment producer or supplier for instructions on how to return end-
of-life equipment, producer-supplied electrical accessories, and all auxiliary items for proper disposal.
This symbol indicates that a risk of electrical shock and/or electrocution exists.
This symbol indicates the need for protective eye wear.
This symbol indicates that the marked item can be hot and should not be touched without care.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of a fuse or current limiting device.
This symbol indicates that the object is heavy.
Maintenance
D A N G E R
Multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the
document.
D A N G E R
Electrocution hazard. Remove power from the instrument before doing maintenance or service
activities.
W A R N I N G
Chemical exposure hazard. Obey laboratory safety procedures and wear all of the personal protective
equipment appropriate to the chemicals that are handled. Refer to the current safety data sheets
(MSDS/SDS) for safety protocols.
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