Leica Biosystems SM2010 R - Manual (Page 6)

4 Instructions for Use V 1.4 RevC – 09/2013
2. Safety
2.1 Safety notes
These Instructions for Use include important
information related to the operating safety and
maintenance of the instrument.
The instruction manual is an important part of
the product, which must be read carefully prior
to Instrument Setup and use and must always be
kept near the instrument.
This instrument has been built and tested in ac-
cordance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/
EC, and the safety regulations governing labora-
tory apparatus.
To maintain this condition and ensure safe opera-
tion, the user must observe all notes and warnings
contained in these Instructions for Use.
2.2 Warnings
The safety devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for
accident prevention. Primarily responsible for accident-free operation is above all the owner
of the instrument and, in addition, the designated personnel who operates, services or cleans
the instrument.
To ensure trouble-free operation of the instrument, make sure to comply with the following
instructions and warnings.
Be sure to comply with the safety instructions and warnings provided in this chapter.
Be sure to read these instructions, even if you are already familiar with the operation
and use of other Leica products.
These Instructions for Use must be ap-
propriately supplemented as required
by the existing regulations on accident
prevention and environmental safety in
the operator‘s country.
The current EC Declarations of Confor-
mity can be found on the Internet:
http://www.LeicaBiosystems.com
The protective devices on both instrument and accessories may neither be removed nor
modified. Only service personnel qualified by Leica may repair the instrument and ac-
cess the instrument’s internal components.