Bio-Rad PROTEAN II XL Cell - Manual (Page 8)

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Note: PROTEAN II xi cell components are not compatible with ethanolamine, ethylene diamine, chlorinated
hydrocarbons (e.g., chloroform), aromatic hydrocarbons (e.g., toluene, benzene), or acetone. Use of such
organic solvents voids all warranties. Cyanoacrylate and other adhesives will also attack the cell components.
Contact your local Bio-Rad office for compatibility information before using any adhesive or organic solvent
with this cell.
1.3 Safety
Power to the PROTEAN II xi cell and PROTEAN II xi 2-D cell is to be supplied by an external DC
voltage power supply. This power supply must be ground isolated in such a way that the DC
voltage output floats with respect to ground. All of Bio-Rad's power supplies meet this
important safety requirement. Regardless of which power supply is used, the maximum specified
operating parameters for these cells are:
1000 VDC maximum voltage limit
80 Watts maximum power limit
50 °C maximum ambient temperature limit
Current to the cell, provided from the external power supply, enters the unit through the lid
assembly, providing a safety interlock to the user. Current to the cell is broken when the lid is
removed. Do not attempt to circumvent this safety interlock, and always turn the power
supply off before removing the lid, or when working with the cell in any way.
Important
This Bio-Rad instrument is designed and certified to meet IEC1010-1* 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 manufacturer's warranty
• Void the IEC1010-1 safety certification
• Create a potential safety hazard
Bio-Rad is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by the use of this instrument for purposes other
than for which it is intended or by modifications of the instrument not performed by Bio-Rad or an authorized
agent.
*IEC 1010-1 is an internationally accepted electrical safety standard for laboratory instruments.