Section 2 Product Safety
Abbott VP 2000™ Processor Service Manual 2-7
30-608308/R1—September 2008
Product Safety
Use of the Product
The Abbott VP 2000 Processor is a fully automated system that
performs automated and standardized slide specimen
processing including deparaffinization, FISH pretreatment and
routine slide staining for the laboratory.
Principle
The Abbott VP 2000 Processor is designed and built in
accordance with current state-of-the-art technology and
recognized technical safety regulations. However, there are
risks to users, property, and the environment if the instrument
is used carelessly or improperly.
Warnings in the Abbott VP 2000 Processor User Guide and
Abbott VP 2000 Processor Service Manual alert the user to
these potential dangers.