Eppendorf D30 BioPhotometer - Manual (Page 11)

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Safety
Eppendorf BioPhotometer ® D30
English (EN)
3 Safety
3.1 Intended use
The BioPhotometer D30 is to be used in molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology research
laboratories. The BioPhotometer D30 exclusively is determined for use in the interior of buildings. All
country-specific safety requirements for operating electrical equipment in the laboratory must be observed.
The BioPhotometer D30 is used for photometric concentration determination of biomolecules in liquids as
well as for turbidity measurements of microbiological cultures in routine laboratories.
Only use Eppendorf accessories or accessories recommended by Eppendorf.
3.2 User profile
The device and accessories may only be operated by trained and skilled personnel.
Before using the device, read the operating manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the device's
mode of operation.
3.3 Warnings for intended use
3.3.1 Personal injury
DANGER! Electric shock as a result of penetration of liquid.
 Switch off the device and disconnect the power plug before starting cleaning or
disinfection work.
 Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
 Do not spray clean/spray disinfect the housing.
 Only plug the device back in if it is completely dry, both inside and outside.
DANGER! Risk of explosion.
 Do not operate the device in areas where work is completed with explosive substances.
 Do not use this device to process any explosive or highly reactive substances.
 Do not use this device for processing any substances which could generate an explosive
atmosphere.
WARNING! Electric shock due to damage to device or mains cable.
 Only switch on the device if the device and mains cable are undamaged.
 Only use devices that have been properly installed or repaired.
 In case of danger, disconnect the device from the mains supply by pulling the power plug
from the device or the mains socket or, by using the isolating device intended for this
purpose (e.g., emergency stop switch in the laboratory).