EZ1 Advanced XL User Manual 11/2017
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WARNING
Electrical hazard
Never install a fuse different from that specified in the user manual.
Note
: If water, reagent, sample or ethanol has spilled onto or into the instrument, switch off the
instrument and disconnect it from the line power supply. Call QIAGEN Technical Services.
2.3
Environment
2.3.1
Operating conditions
WARNING
Explosive atmosphere
The EZ1 Advanced XL instrument is not designed for use in an explosive
atmosphere.
WARNING
Risk of overheating
To ensure proper ventilation, maintain a minimum clearance of 15 cm (6 in.) and
30 cm (12 in.) from the rear and sides of the EZ1 Advanced XL.
Slits and openings that ensure the ventilation of the instrument must not be
covered.
2.4
Waste disposal
Used consumables, such as reagent cartridges and disposable filter-tips, may contain hazardous
chemicals or infectious agents from the purification process. Such wastes must be collected and
disposed of properly according to local safety regulations.
CAUTION
Hazardous materials and infectious agents
The waste contains samples and reagents. This waste may contain toxic or
infectious material and must be disposed of properly. Refer to your local safety
regulations for proper disposal procedures.
For disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), see Appendix A, page 93.