Safety information, Important warnings, Warning – Heidolph StarFish Water & Gas/Vacuum Distribution Manifolds User Manual
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Safety Information
The following symbols are intended to assist the user in the safe and efficient
operation of the StarFish.
Important WARNINGS
Please read these instructions completely before using your StarFish multi-experiment work station.
Operate only in a fume cupboard with protective safety sash.
During and after heating take care not to touch the aluminium reaction block.
Always ensure that the StarFish heated base has cooled sufficiently before removal from the hotplate.
Please ensure all heated vessels have suitable pressure relief.
It is not recommended to heat any sealed vessel.
Maximum recommended operating temperature is dependent upon stirring hotplate used.
To avoid the build up of lime scale in the water distribution manifold, please avoid the use of hard water.
The StarFish multi-experiment work station should only be operated by trained and competent
personnel. As with all chemistry, care should be taken to monitor your experiment at all stages.
The StarFish should not be left unattended unless in a supervised area.
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Warning
Applies when there is a possibility
of personal injury.
Important Note
Alerts the user to important facts.
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The StarFish should only be operated by trained and competent
personnel. As with all chemistries care should be taken to monitor your
experiment at all stages. The StarFish should not be left unattended
unless in a supervised area.
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StarFish Multi-Experiment Work Station
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