Eppendorf Thermomixer R - Manual (Page 11)

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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 enter the inside of the housing.
 Do not perform spay disinfection.
 Only reconnect the device to the power supply once it is completely dry.
DANGER!
Danger! Damage to health from biologically or chemically hazardous substances.
Hazardous chemicals cause burns and other health hazards.
 Observe the material safety data sheets for the biological and chemical substances used.
 Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times when working with biological or
chemical substances.
 Follow the instructions for cleaning and decontamination, and ensure that hygiene safety
standards are maintained.
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 due to incorrect power supply.
 Only connect the device to power sources that match the electrical specifications on
the device's nameplate.
 Use only sockets with protective earth.
WARNING!
Warning! Risk of burns from hot surfaces.
The exchangeable thermoblock and the thermal base can be very hot after heating and
cause burns.
 Allow heated exchangeable thermoblocks and the thermal base to cool down
completely before removing the exchangeable thermoblock.
WARNING!
Warning! Risk of injury through chemical or mechanical damage to exchangeable
thermoblocks.
 Check the exchangeable thermoblocks regularly.
 Do not use exchangeable thermoblocks that show signs of corrosion or mechanical
damage.
WARNING!
Warning! Poor safety due to incorrect accessories and spare parts.
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 non-recommended accessories and spare
parts or incorrect use.
 Use only accessories recommended by Eppendorf and original spare parts.
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