Eppendorf Heat Sealer - Manual (Page 4)

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The Heat Sealer offers a convenient method for heat sealing plates made from various types of
plastic. The device is designed for low to medium throughput applications.
Pre-set temperature settings enable optimal sealing.
Used in conjunction with Eppendorf heat sealing film and foils, the Heat Sealer provides a nearly
100 % seal, preventing sample loss during exposure to high temperatures or for long-term
storage.
Please read the operating instructions carefully before using the Heat Sealer.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
The Heat Sealer may only be used by qualified specialists in the research lab.
The following instructions must be unconditionally observed:
The safety regulations valid for the lab are to be constantly observed when working with the
device.
In order to avoid damage through condensation, the device may first be switched on 12 hours
after being set up. This is also the case when the location of the device is changed.
The mains voltage must coincide with the information on the identification plate.
The device must be connected to a grounded socket.
The device must be switched off and the plug pulled before maintenance work and
cleaning are carried out. Wait for the heater plate to cool.
The Heat Sealer must stand completely on a stable work surface.
Damage to the device can result from using sample plates other than those recommended.
Unsuitable plates can be damaged to such an extent that sample material may escape.
This is especially important to remember when working with infectious materials.
The heater plate is set to approximately 170 °C. Sealed plates can also reach
temperatures of over 50 °C very quickly. There is a risk of burns!
Coming into contact with heater plate and sample plates should be avoided until
temperatures of around 30 °C or less are reached.
Do not use materials (plates, foils, films) that are not sufficiently temperature
resistant.
Do not get your fingers caught between the heater plate and the plates to be sealed.
Explosive, flammable and volatile materials may not be sealed with the Heat Sealer.
The device may not be operated in rooms at risk of explosion.
The appropriate safety regulations should be observed when working with pathogenic material,
radioactive materials or other health-damaging materials.
In the event of spillage or other contamination of the unit, switch off and disconnect the unit
from the mains power supply. Do not attempt to clean the unit until it has thoroughly cooled.
2 Safety precautions
Introduction / Safety precautions
1 Introduction / 2 Safety precautions
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