Grant Instruments BTDL - Manual (Page 4)

1. Safety
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Caution: Read these operating instructions fully before use and pay particular attention to
sections containing this symbol
Caution: Surfaces can become hot during use.
Always observe the following safety precautions
Use only as specified by the operating instructions, or the intrinsic protection may be impaired.
After transport or storage in humid conditions, dry out the unit before connecting it to the supply voltage.
During drying out the intrinsic protection may be impaired.
Connect only to a power supply with a voltage corresponding to that on the serial number label.
Ensure that the mains switch and isolating device (power supply connector) are easily accessible during use.
Connect only to a power supply which provides a safety earth (ground) terminal.
Before moving, disconnect at the power supply socket.
If liquid is spilt inside the unit, disconnect it from the power supply and have it checked by a competent
person.
It is the user's responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material is spilt on or
inside the equipment.
Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended by the manufacturer,
user should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment.
Clean the unit only with a damp cloth, do not use chemical cleaning agents.
Do not check the temperature by touch, use a thermometer.
Under the action of high temperature (> 85°C) tube caps can open, thus causing sample volume shrinkage
or potential health risk when working with infected material. To prevent such cases it is recommended to use
tubes with cap lock of Safe-Lock® type.
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BTD/BTDL
Operating instructions
Version 7 - May 2011