Eppendorf Varispenser 4962 - Manual (Page 28)

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1. Safety Precautions
This Manual does not purport to address every safety issue which may arise during
use. It is the responsibility of the user to consult and establish appropriate safety
and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to
use.
1. Use the utmost caution when dispensing caustic, poisonous, radioactive or
hazardous chemicals.
2. Observe general safety regulations (e.g., wear protective clothing, goggles
and gloves).
3. Observe the Instruction Manual and information from reagent manufacturers.
4. Use the instrument only for dispensing liquids, with strict regard to the defined
Operating Exclusions and Limitations. If in doubt regarding the suitability of the
instrument, for a particular application contact the manufacturer.
5. Before use, always verify that the instrument is in good working order, e.g., piston
moves smoothly; filling and discharge tube are firmly seated and are properly
attached, etc.
6. Never use force on the instrument. Use of force may result in injury to the user
and other persons.
7. While dispensing, the discharge tube must always point away from the user or
other persons. Avoid splashes. Only dispense into suitable vessels.
8. Never carry the mounted instrument by its upper casing.
9. Do not push down the piston while the closure cap is screwed on.
10. Clean the instrument before disassembling.
11. Use only original manufacturer’s accessories and spare parts. Do not carry out
any technical alterations.
12. In case of difficulty (e.g., piston difficult to move, leakage), immediately stop
dispensing. Before further use, repair the instrument as described in this Manual.
Contact the manufacturer if necessary.