Multichannel Systems MEA Manual - Manual (Page 8)

MEA Manual
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2.3 Important Safety Advice
Warning: Make sure to read the following advice prior to install or to use the device and the software.
If you do not fulfill all requirements stated below, this may lead to malfunctions or breakage of
connected hardware, or even fatal injuries.
Warning: Obey always the rules of local regulations and laws. Only qualified personnel should be
allowed to perform laboratory work. Work according to good laboratory practice to obtain best results
and to minimize risks.
The product has been built to the state of the art and in accordance with recognized safety engineering
rules. The device may only
 be used for its intended purpose;
 be used when in a perfect condition.
 Improper use could lead to serious, even fatal injuries to the user or third parties and damage to the device
itself or other material damage.
Warning: The device and the software are not intended for medical uses and must not be used on
humans.
 Malfunctions which could impair safety should be rectified immediately.
 Regard the technical specifications of the various MEA types, especially the temperature range and the safe
charge injection limits for stimulation.
 Do not autoclave or expose pMEAs to heat more than 50 °C.
 Do not touch the electrode field in any way.
 Do not use any liquids or cleaning solutions with a high pH (> 7) for a longer period of time on MEAs
of a silicon nitride insulation type. Basic solutions will damage TiN electrodes.