ANKOM 200 Series - Manual (Page 9)

Operator’s Manual
Rev C 1/14/15
pg. 9
Safety Precautions
Hazardous Pressure – The contents of the Vessel are hot and under
pressure. Do NOT open the Vessel Lid during or after an operation until
both pressure and liquid are fully exhausted from the instrument. 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 observe this caution
may result in uncontrolled chemical flow, 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 – Do NOT operate the instrument without the
Maintenance Alert Collector and Maintenance Alert Reservoir in place.
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.

The Power Switch must be in the OFF position before plugging the
instrument Power Cord into the power source.
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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
Please review the entire contents of this manual before you begin operating
this instrument.