Eppendorf FemtoJet 4x v.1 - Manual (Page 18)

Safety
FemtoJet
® 4i
English (EN)
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3 Safety
3.1 Intended use
The FemtoJet 4i Microinjector is designed and manufactured for the exclusive use within
the context of biologial, chemical and physical research.
Together with the micromanipulator and the capillary, the Microinjector forms a
microinjection system. The Microinjector is used for the precise and reproducible
injection of extremely small amounts of fluid (femto liter to micro liter range) in biological
cells or nuclei.
The Microinjector is intended exclusively for indoor use and for operation by qualified
staff.
3.2 Warnings for intended use
WARNING! Risk of injury due to flying capillaries and glass splinters.
If exposed to high pressures, capillaries may detach themselves from the grip
heads and become projectiles.
Capillaries can crack as a result of incorrect handling.
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Wear protective goggles.
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Never aim capillaries at people.
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Use capillaries with an outer diameter that matches the grip head
specifications.
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Always mount / dismount capillaries when they are depressurized.
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Mount the capillary correctly in the grip head.
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Do not touch the capillary with the Petri dish or other objects.
CAUTION! Risk of cuts from broken capillaries.
Capillaries are made of glass and are very fragile.
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Wear your personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Always mount capillaries depressurized.
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Never aim capillaries at people.
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Handle the capillaries very carefully.