1 safety instructions – Scilogex MX-F User Manual
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MX-S(F) Vortex Mixers (Adjustable and Fixed Speed Models)
1 Safety Instructions
Warning!
• Read the operating instructions carefully
before use.
• Ensure that only trained staff use the
instrument.
Protective ground contact!
• Make sure the socket is earthed
(protective ground contact) before use.
- When work ,wear the personal guard to avoid the risk
from
- Splashing of liquids.
- Mechanical vibration may leads to glass breakage.
- Being trapped of parts of the body, hair or pieces of
clothing in the moving parts.
• During manual manipulation:
- Keep medium vessels vertical as much as possible.
- Mix the medium in the minimum pressure required.
- Use attachment supplied when mixing a mass of different
medium.
• Set up the instrument in a spacious area on an stable,
clean, non-slip, dry and fireproof surface. Do not operate
the instrument in explosive atmospheres, with hazardous
substances or under water.
• Put the speed control knob to the lowest position.
Gradually increase the speed (MX-S), reduce the speed if :
- The medium splashes out of the vessel because of too
high speed.
- The instrument is not running smoothly or moves on the
stage.
• Safe operation is only guaranteed with the accessories
described in the “Accessories” chapter.
• Accessories must be securely attached to the instrument
and can not come off by themselves.
• Check the instrument and accessories before hand for
damage each time you use them. Do not use damaged
components.
• Place a vessel at the centre of the mixing head and spread
out others uniformly.
• A sharp edged vessel can wear-out the mixing head.
• Always disconnect the plug before fitting accessories.
• The instrument may heat up when in use.
• The operating voltage required on the label and voltage
supply network must match.
• Protect the instrument and accessories from bumps and
impacts.
• The instrument may only be opened by qualified and
trained technician only.