Eppendorf epMotion 96 - Manual (Page 17)

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Safety
epMotion ® 96
English (EN)
3 Safety
3.1 Intended use
The semi-automatic pipetting system (including equipment, accessories, consumables and software) is
designed for use in laboratories for research and development, for industrial and routine work as well as for
training and education. Areas of application include, among others, life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry
and clinical research.
The semi-automatic pipetting system epMotion 96 is designed for performing and monitoring
contamination-free, precise and volume-controlled transfer of liquids, as well as for controlling the
automatic mixing of fluids for contamination-free, precise and accurate measurement and transfer of
liquids. The semi-automatic pipetting system epMotion 96 has a volume range of 0.5 μl to 300 μl.
The pipetting system complies with the requirements of the EU directives and standards listed in the
Declaration of Conformity. This product is not approved by the FDA.
The pipetting system is intended exclusively for indoor use and may only be operated by qualified
personnel with appropriate training.
3.2 Warnings for intended use
WARNING! Damages to health due to infectious liquids and pathogenic germs.
 When handling infectious liquids and pathogenic germs, observe the national regulations,
the biological security level of your laboratory, the material safety data sheets, and the
manufacturer's application notes.
 Wear personal protective equipment.
 For full instructions regarding the handling of germs or biological material of risk group II
or higher, please refer to the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual" (Source: World Health
Organization, current edition of the Laboratory Biosafety Manual).
CAUTION! Poor safety due to incorrect accessories and spare parts.
The use of accessories and spare parts other than those recommended by Eppendorf may
impair the safety, functioning and precision of the device. Eppendorf cannot be held liable or
accept any liability for damage resulting from the use of incorrect or non-recommended
accessories and spare parts, or from the improper use of such equipment.
 Only use accessories and original spare parts recommended by Eppendorf.
NOTICE! Spilled liquid can cause damage to the device.
 Switch the device off.
 Unplug the mains/power plug.
 Collect the spilled liquid. Observe the specifications for the liquid in the material safety
data sheets.