Techne Hybrigene - Manual (Page 7)

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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION
Please read all the information in this manual before using the Hybrigene.
WARNING
HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS: they can cause serious burns to operators and ignite
combustible material.
Techne have taken great care in the design of these units to protect operators from hazards, but
operators should pay attention to the following points:
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USE CARE AND WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES TO PROTECT HANDS
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DO NOT use combustible substances near hot objects
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DO NOT operate the instrument in the vicinity of inflammable liquids or gases.
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DO NOT place any liquid directly into the instrument.
OPERATOR SAFETY
All operators of Techne equipment must have available the relevant literature needed to ensure their
safety. It is important that only suitably trained personnel operate this equipment, in accordance with
the instructions contained in this manual and with general safety standards and procedures. If the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by Bibby Scientific Ltd. the protection provided by the
equipment to the operator may be impaired.
All Techne instruments are designed to conform to international safety requirements and are fitted
with an over-temperature cut-out.
If a safety problem should be encountered, switch off the unit at the mains socket and remove the
plug from the electricity supply.
INSTALLATION
The instrument should be carried using both hands. Never move or carry the instrument when in use
or connected to the mains electricity supply.
1. All Techne instruments are supplied with a power cable; this may be integral or plug-in.
2. Before connecting the instrument to the mains electricity supply, check the voltage
against the rating plate (located on the back of the unit). Please note that the unit
must be earthed to ensure proper electrical safety. Connect the mains cable to a
suitable plug according to the table below.
Connections 230V 120V
Live Brown Black
Neutral Blue White
Earth Green/yellow Green
UK ONLY: The fused plug supplied with the mains cable is fitted with a 5 amp fuse to protect the
instrument and the operator.
Note that units marked 230V on the rating plate work at 220V; units marked 120V work at 110V. In
both cases, however, the heating rate will degrade by approximately 8%.
3. Place the unit on a suitable flat bench or in a fume cupboard if required, ensuring that the air inlet
vents on the underside are free from obstruction.
4. Plug the mains cable into the socket on the back of the instrument.
5. Switch on the instrument. Symbols on or near the power switch of the unit have the following
meanings: