Eppendorf Concentrator plus (New Design) - Manual (Page 15)

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Concentrator plus/Vacufuge® plus — Operating manual
3.4 Information on product liability
In the following cases, the protection provided by the device may be impaired. The liability for the
function of the device passes to the operator if:
• The device is not used in accordance with the operating manual.
• The device is used outside of the range of application described in the preceding chapters.
• The device is used with accessories or consumables (e.g., tubes and plates) which are not
recommended by Eppendorf.
• The device is maintained or repaired by persons not authorized by Eppendorf.
• The owner has made unauthorized modifications to the device.
3.5 Warnings for intended use
Before using the device, read the operating manual and observe the following general safety
instructions.
3.5.1 Personal injury or damage to the equipment
WARNING!
Electric shock from damage to device or mains cable.
 Only switch on the device if the device and the mains cable are undamaged.
 Only use devices that have been properly installed or repaired.
 In case of danger, disconnect the device from the mains.
WARNING!
Lethal voltages inside the device.
 Ensure that the housing is always closed and undamaged so that no parts inside the device
can be contacted by accident.
 Do not remove the housing of the device.
 Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
 Do not allow the device to be opened by anyone except service personnel who have been
specifically authorized by Eppendorf.
WARNING!
Risk from incorrect supply voltage.
 Only connect the device to power sources which correspond with the electrical requirements
on the name plate.
 Only use sockets with a protective earth (PE) conductor and a suitable mains cable.
WARNING!
Damage to health due to handling infectious liquids and pathogenic germs.
 Observe the national regulations for handling these substances, the biological security level
of your laboratory, the safety data sheets and the manufacturer's application notes.
 Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
 Follow the instructions regarding hygiene, cleaning and decontamination.
 For complete 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).
WARNING!
Burns due to hot sample tubes and device parts.
If the heater is at full power, the wall of the rotor chamber, the rotor and the sample tubes will be
heated up to over 60°C.
 Do not touch the wall of the rotor chamber.
 Use suitable protective clothing or auxiliary aids to remove the sample tubes.
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