ANKOM 2000 Series - Manual (Page 10)

Operator’s Manual
pg. 10
Rev E 1/14/15
Safety Precautions
Hazardous Pressure – Do NOT open the Vessel Lid during operation. The
contents of the Vessel are hot and under pressure.
Failure to observe this
caution may result in scalding or burning.
Hot Surfaces – Do NOT touch the Vessel surfaces during operation. The surface
can exceed 70°C (158°F).
Failure to observe this caution may result in
burning.
Hazardous Voltages – Do NOT operate the instrument with the cover removed.
Hazardous voltages are present during operation. The Power Cord must be
disconnected prior to removal of the rear panel.
Failure to observe this caution
may result in electrical shock or electrocution.
Hazardous Materials – Caution should be used when handling hot effluent that
may be caustic or corrosive. If necessary, the solution can be collected in a
container and neutralized before disposal. Follow safe laboratory practices
according to your local regulations when installing and using this instrument and
associated chemicals.
WARNING: Attempts to override safety features or to use this instrument in a
manner not specified by ANKOM Technology voids the warranty and may result
in serious injury or even death.
This system is designed to meet and/or exceed the applicable standards of
CE, CSA, NRTL and OSHA.
IMPORTANT

The Power Switch must be in the OFF position before plugging the instrument Power
Cord into the power source.

In the event of an instrument malfunction, the internal heater will be automatically
turned off by one of the following safety devices:
1) Electrical Fuses
2) The Emergency Temperature Shut-off Switch (ETS)
3) The Pressure Transducer

Do NOT open the Vessel Lid during or after an operation until both pressure and
liquid are thoroughly exhausted. Connect and secure the Drain Hose along the path to
the drain so it will not move when hot pressurized fluid is exhausted. Failure to
secure the hose could result in uncontrolled chemical flow.
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating this
instrument.