Leica Biosystems LPC Operating Manual - Manual (Page 7)

7 Leica LPC, Laser Cassette Printer
2. Safety
Warnings – Transport and installation
• Only connect the instrument to a grounded power socket. The protective effect may not be
eliminated by an extension cable without a protective grounding conductor.
• Do not operate in rooms with explosion hazard.
• Exposure to extreme temperature changes between storage and installation locations and
high air humidity may cause condensation inside the instrument. In this case, a two-hour
waiting period must be maintained before switching on the instrument. Failure to comply
with this may cause damage to the instrument.
• The Leica LP C Laser Cassette Printer and the corresponding software must be installed at
the customer's location by trained Leica employees and the instrument performance must be
checked.
• Contact your Leica representative before changing the location of the Leica LPC Laser Cas-
sette Printer.
Warnings – Working at the instrument
• The instrument may be operated by trained laboratory personnel only. It must only be operat-
ed for the purpose of its designated use and according to the instructions contained in this
manual.
• In the event of an emergency, switch off the power switch and unplug the instrument from
the power supply.
• Do not touch the ramp during operation. Risk of injury.
Hazards – Safety regulations on the instrument itself
• Safety instruction labels on the instrument marked with a warning triangle indicate that the
correct operating instructions (as described in this manual) must be followed when operat-
ing or replacing the instrument component bearing the label.
• Failure to adhere to these instructions may lead to accidents causing personal injury and/or
damage to the instrument or accessories.