Eppendorf BioPhotometer plus - Manual (Page 10)

3 Safety
BioPhotometer plus — Operating manual
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3 Safety
3.1 Intended use
The intended area of use for the BioPhotometer plus is the research laboratory in molecular
biology, biochemistry and cell biology. The device may only be operated by trained specialist
staff. 
The BioPhotometer plus is used to perform photometric measurements to quantify biomolecules
as well as to perform turbidity measurements of microbiological cultures in routine laboratories.
Due to the specific examination of selected parameters, the device serves to monitor laboratory
processes. Use only Eppendorf accessories or accessories recommended by Eppendorf AG.
3.2 Warnings for intended use
DANGER!
Danger! Electric shock from damage to device/power cable.
 Only switch on the device if the device and the power cable are undamaged.
 Only use devices that have been properly installed or repaired.
DANGER!
Danger! Electric shock as a result of penetration of liquid.
 Switch off the device and disconnect it from the power supply before starting cleaning or
disinfecting.
 Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
 Do not disinfect by means of spraying.
 Only reconnect the device to the power supply once it is completely dry.
DANGER!
Danger! Electric shock.
 Switch off the device and disconnect the power plug before opening the device to replace the
fuses. These tasks may only be performed by appropriately trained staff.
DANGER!
Risk of explosion!
 Do not operate the device in rooms where work is being carried out with explosive
substances.
 Do not use this device to process any explosive, radioactive or highly reactive substances.
 Do not use this device to process any substances, which could create an explosive
atmosphere.
DANGER!
Risk when handling toxic or radioactively-marked liquids or pathogenic germs.
 Follow national regulations governing the handling of these substances.
 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!
Warning! Damage to health from chemicals.
Hazardous chemicals cause burns and other health hazards.
 Follow the instructions for use provided by the manufacturers of reagents and other
chemicals.
WARNING!
Warning! Poor safety due to incorrect accessories.
The use of accessories and spare parts other than those recommended by Eppendorf may
impair the safety, function and precision of the device. Eppendorf accepts no warranty or liability
for damage caused by third-party parts or incorrect use.
 Use only original accessories recommended by Eppendorf.
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