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Instrument Safety Warnings
The warning labels shown in Table 4 also display on the instrument and refer directly to the safe use of the
CFX96 Touch system, CFX96 Touch Deep Well system, CFX Connect system, and CFX384 Touch system.
NOTE: For information about the C1000 Touch™ thermal cycler, refer to the C1000 Touch
thermal cycler instruction manual.
Safe Use Specifications and Compliance
Table 5 lists the safe use specifications for the CFX96 Touch system, CFX96 Touch Deep Well system,
CFX Connect system, and CFX384 Touch system. Shielded cables (supplied) must be used with these
units to ensure compliance with the Class A FCC limits.
R EGULATORY C OMPLIANCE
This instrument has been tested and found to be in compliance with all applicable requirements of the
following safety and electromagnetic standards:
• IEC 61010-1:2001 (2nd ed.), EN61010-1:2001 (2nd ed). Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - Part 1: General requirements
• IEC 61010-2-010:2005, EN61010-2-010:2003. Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 2-010: Particular requirements for
laboratory equipment for the heating of materials
Table 4. Instrument safety warning labels
Icon Meaning
Warning about risk of harm to body or equipment.
Operating the CFX96 Touch, CFX96 Touch Deep Well, CFX Connect, or CFX384 Touch real-
time PCR detection system before reading this manual can constitute a personal injury
hazard. For safe use, do not operate this instrument in any manner unspecified in this
manual. Only qualified laboratory personnel trained in the safe use of electrical equipment
should operate this instrument. Always handle all components of the system with care and
with clean, dry hands
Warning about handling biohazardous materials.
When handling biohazardous samples, adhere to the recommended precautions and
guidelines, and comply with any local guidelines specific to your laboratory and location
Warning about risk of burning.
A thermal cycler generates enough heat to cause serious burns. Wear safety goggles or
other eye protection at all times during operation. Always allow the sample block to return
to idle temperature before opening the lid and removing samples. Always allow maximum
clearance to avoid accidental skin burns
Warning about risk of explosion.
The sample blocks can become hot enough during the course of normal operation to cause
liquids to boil and explode
Table 5. Safe use specifications
Safe Use Requirements Specifications
Temperature Indoor use Ambient temperature of 15—31 o C. Relative humidity
maximum of 80% noncondensing
Altitude Up to 2,000 meters above sea level