3 safety, Operating manual – Eppendorf BioPhotometer plus User Manual
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3 Safety
BioPhotometer plus — Operating manual
WARNING!
Warning! Risk to health from contaminated device
Perform decontamination before storing or dispatching the device and/or its accessories.
CAUTION!
Caution when using aggressive chemicals.
Aggressive chemicals may damage both the device and its accessories.
Do not use any aggressive chemicals on the device or its accessories, such as strong and
weak alkalis, strong and weak acids, acetone, formaldehyde, chlorinated hydrocarbons or
phenol.
If the device becomes contaminated with aggressive chemicals, clean it immediately with a
neutral cleaning agent.
CAUTION!
Caution! Corrosion from aggressive cleaning agents and disinfectants.
Do not use corrosive cleaning agents, aggressive solvents or abrasive polishes.
Do not incubate the accessories in aggressive cleaning agents or disinfectants for prolonged
periods.
CAUTION!
Caution! Damage to electronic components from condensation.
After moving the device from a cooler environment (e.g., cool room or outdoors), wait at least
an hour before connecting it to the mains power supply.
CAUTION!
Caution! Function may be impaired by mechanical damage.
After a mechancial damage to the device ensure by means of an inspection that the
measuring and evaluation functions of the device function correctly.
CAUTION!
Caution! Damage due to overheating.
Do not place the device close to sources of heat (e.g., radiator, drying cabinet).
Do not expose the device to direct sunlight.
Allow air to circulate freely by leaving at least 5 cm to adjoining devices or to the wall and
keep the underside of the device free.
CAUTION!
Caution! Material damage from incorrect use.
Only use the product for its intended purpose as described in the operating manual.
Ensure adequate material resistance when using chemical substances.
In cases of doubt, contact the product manufacturer.
CAUTION!
Caution! Poor safety due to missing operating manual.
When passing on the device, always enclose the operating manual.
If you lose the operating manual, request a replacement. The current version of the
operationg manual and the safety instructions can also be found on our website
www.eppendorf.com.
CAUTION!
Caution! Damage as a result of incorrect packing.
Eppendorf accepts no warranty or liability for damage caused by incorrect packing.
Only dispatch the device in the original packaging provided for carriage.
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