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1.4.3
High temperatures
Several parts of the UNITY–Air Server-xr can be operated at high temperatures.
Contact with these zones whilst the system is in operation can cause serious burn
injury. These zones are:
o
Heated valve.
o
Tube oven.
See Section 3 for the location of these zones. Both these zones are labelled with
‘Burn hazard’ labels similar to that shown above.
ALWAYS operate the instrument with the covers in place to avoid accidental contact
with these zones.
Due to the high temperatures involved in the flow path, other zones of the instrument
will be at higher temperatures during operation. These may not on visual inspection
be obvious to the user. These zones are:
o
The insulation of the GC transfer line.
o
Top and side covers (especially directly above the heated valve).
See Section 3 for the location of these zones.
1.4.4
Cleaning and decontamination
Please consult Markes International or your local agent for information on decontamination or the use of
cleaning agents
NOTE
: Incorrect cleaning/decontamination could result in damage to the instrument.
1.5
Environment operating conditions
The instrument should be protected from conditions that could cause exposure to frost, dew, percolating
water, rain, excessive direct sunlight, etc.
Performance can be affected by sources of heat and cold from heating, air conditioning systems, or drafts.
It is advisable to operate the system in a clean laboratory environment, with minimal atmospheric
concentrations of organic vapours.
1.5.1
Temperature
Recommended operating ambient temperature range is 15 to 30°C.
1.5.2
Humidity
Recommended operating humidity range is 5 to 95% non-condensing.
1.5.3
Altitude
This product should not be operated above 2000m (~6500ft).
