Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN® Tetra Cell - Manual (Page 9)

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Chemical Compatibility
Mini-PROTEAN Tetra cell components are not compatible with
acetone or ethanol. Use of organic solvents voids all warranties.
Call 1-800-4-BIORAD (US) or your local Bio-Rad representative for
technical information regarding chemical compatibility of the
Mini-PROTEAN Tetra cell with various laboratory reagents.
The Mini-PROTEAN are not compatible with repeated exposure to
100% TEMED. Rubbing the combs with TEMED prior to casting
will destroy the structural integrity of the combs over time.
1.4 Safety
Power to the Mini-PROTEAN Tetra cell is supplied by an external
DC voltage power supply (not included). The output of this power
supply must be isolated from external ground to ensure that the
DC voltage output floats with respect to ground. All Bio-Rad power
supplies meet this important safety requirement. Regardless of the
power supply used, the maximum specified operating parameters
for the Mini-PROTEAN Tetra cell are as follows
• 600 V DC maximum voltage limit
• 500 W maximum power limit
• 40°C maximum ambient temperature limit
The current to the cell enters the unit through the lid assembly,
which provides a safety interlock to the user. The current to the
cell is broken when the lid is removed. Always turn off the power
supply before removing the lid. Do not attempt to use the cell
without the safety lid.
Important: This Bio-Rad product is designed and certified to meet
IEC61010-1 and EN61010-1* safety standards. Certified products
are safe to use when operated in accordance with the instruction
manual. This instrument should not be modified or altered in any
way. Alteration of this instrument will
• Void the warranty
• Void the IEC61010-1 and EN61010-1 certifications, and
• Create a potential safety hazard
Bio-Rad is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by
use of this instrument for purposes other than those for which it is
intended or by modifications of the instrument not performed by
Bio-Rad or an authorized agent.
*IEC61010-1 and EN61010-1 are internationally accepted electrical safety
standards for laboratory instruments.