BUCHI Extraction Unit E-816 SOX - Manual (Page 9)

2 Safety
9 E-812/816 Soxhlet Operation Manual, Version B
NOTE
Useful tips for the easy operation of the instrument / software.
2 .5 Product safety
The Extraction Unit is designed and built in accordance with state-of-the-art technology. Neverthe-
less, risks to users, property, and the environment can arise when the instrument is used carelessly or
improperly.
The manufacturer has determined residual dangers emanating from the instrument
• if the instrument is operated by insufficiently trained personnel.
• if the instrument is not operated according to its proper use.
Appropriate warnings in this manual serve to make the user alert to these residual dangers.
2 .5 .1 General hazards
Pay attention to the following safety notices:
! WARNING
Death or serious injuries by formation of explosive atmospheres inside the instrument.
• Before operation, check all tube connections for correct installation
• Check for proper system tightness
! DANGER
Death or serious injuries by use in explosive environments.
• Do not store or operate the instrument in explosive environments
• Provide sufficient ventilation and make sure to directly withdraw fumes
! WARNING
Death or serious burns by flammable vapors.
• Remove all sources of flammable vapors
• Do not store flammable chemicals in the vicinity of the device
! CAUTION
Risk of burns by hot heating glass plate (up to 250°C).
• Do not touch hot parts or surfaces
• Let the system and inserted extraction cells cool down safely
• Do not move the instrument or parts of it when hot
NOTICE
Risk of instrument damage by liquids or mechanical shocks.
• Do not spill liquids over the instrument or its components
• Do not move the instrument when it is loaded with sample liquid
• Do not drop the instrument or its components
• Keep external vibrations away from the instrument
• Safely attach the instrument to the bench in earthquake prone regions
• Do not operate the instrument without the safety shield installed