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Working safely
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Working safely
This section describes general safety information for servicing the UltraCW Automatic Cell Washing
System (“cell washer”). The Operation Manual includes additional safety information for operating and
cleaning the cell washer. Your organization may provide additional safety information.
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general safety
To avoid injury to yourself and the cell washer, follow these safety instructions:
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Do not use the cell washer if its components are damaged.
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Never attempt to physically restrict any of the moving components.
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Do not move or bump the cell washer during operation.
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Before performing the procedures in this manual, review the specific safety instructions for them.
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Before using tools, materials, and equipment to perform procedures in this manual, review the
manufacturer’s safety instructions for them.
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Perform only the maintenance described in this manual. Maintenance other than that specified in this
manual should only be performed by technical service representatives authorized by Helmer.
1.2
Electrical safety
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WARNINg:
The cell washer has the potential of being a shock hazard. Review all safety
instructions.
Review the following safety instructions before troubleshooting, repairing, or replacing parts in the cell
washer:
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Before removing covers from the cell washer, disconnect the power to the cell washer.
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Use appropriate grounding precautions when replacing circuit boards and other electrical parts.
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Use power cords and other electrical parts that are designed for use with the cell washer.
1.3
Chemical and biological safety
Review the safety instructions in the Operation Manual before using, cleaning, or servicing the cell washer.
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WARNINg:
In addition to the instructions included in this manual and the Operation Manual,
follow all chemical handling and disposal requirements and procedures specified
by your organization.
Before sending parts to Helmer or your distributor for service or repair,
decontaminate them as appropriate. Any items that have not been
decontaminated appropriately will not be accepted. Documentation stating
that the contents are not contaminated and are safe to handle must accompany
all returns. Contact Helmer for decontamination instructions and a return
authorization number.
