3 tubing and capillary connections, 4 flammable solvents and chemicals, 5 recycling and disposal – Metrohm 807 Dosing Unit User Manual
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1.6 Safety instructions
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846 Dosing Interface
Protection against electrostatic charges
Warning
Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic charges and can be
destroyed by discharges.
Always pull the mains cable out of the mains connection socket before
connecting or disconnecting electrical appliances on the rear panel of
the instrument.
1.6.3
Tubing and capillary connections
Caution
Leaks in tubing and capillary connections are a safety risk. Tighten all
connections well by hand. Avoid applying excessive force to tubing
connections. Damaged tubing ends lead to leakage. Appropriate tools
can be used to loosen connections.
Check the connections regularly for leakage. If the instrument is used
mainly in unattended operation, then weekly inspections are manda-
tory.
1.6.4
Flammable solvents and chemicals
Warning
All relevant safety measures are to be observed when working with
flammable solvents and chemicals.
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Set up the instrument in a well-ventilated location.
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Keep all sources of flame far from the workplace.
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Clean up spilled liquids and solids immediately.
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Follow the safety instructions of the chemical manufacturer.
1.6.5
Recycling and disposal
This product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC, WEEE – Waste
from Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
The correct disposal of your old equipment will help to prevent negative
effects on the environment and public health.