BUCHI Encapsulator B-390 - Manual (Page 9)

2 Safety
9 B-390 Operation Manual, Version C
2 .5 Product safety
Safety warnings in this manual (as described in section 2.4) serve to make the user alert and to avoid
hazardous situations emanating from residual dangers by giving appropriate counter measures.
However, risks to users, property and the environment can arise when the instrument is damaged,
used carelessly or improperly.
2 .5 .1 General hazards
The following safety messages show hazards of general kind which may occur when handling the
instrument. The user shall observe all listed counter measures in order to achieve and maintain the
lowest possible level of hazard.
Additional warning messages can be found whenever actions and situations described in this manual
are related to situational hazards.
! Warning
Death or serious injuries by use in explosive environments.
• Do not operate the instrument in explosive environments.
• Do not operate the instrument with explosive gas mixtures.
• Before operation, check all gas connections for correct installation.
• Directly withdraw released gases and gaseous substances by sufficient ventilation.
! Warning
Pressure increase in the inlet-system due to clogged nozzles.
Bursting of the inlet system.
Death or serious poisoning by contact or incorporation of harmful substances at use.
• Clean nozzle immediately after use, see
section 7.4.
! Warning
Death or serious injuries by contact with high voltage.
• Only open the housing of the product when machine is switched off and unplugged.
Notice
Risk of instrument short-circuits and damage by liquids.
• Do not spill liquids over the instrument or parts of it.
• Wipe off any liquids instantly.
• Ensure a safe positioning of the sample vessel.
• Do not move the instrument when it is loaded with liquid.
• Keep external vibrations away from the instrument.