Safety and Limitations xv
Electrical Safety
• Turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord before servicing the
instrument, unless otherwise noted.
• Connect the equipment only to an approved power source. Do not use
extension cords. If cords, plugs, or cables are damaged, immediately
contact BD Biosciences for a replacement.
• Do not remove the grounding prong from the power plug. Have a qualified
electrician replace any ungrounded receptacles with properly grounded
receptacles in accordance with the local electrical code.
• For installation outside the US, use the proper power cord. Contact your
local BD representative for more information.
Lethal electrical hazards are present in some lasers, particularly in laser
power supplies. Many portions of the electrical system, including the
printed circuit boards, are at a dangerous voltage level. To prevent shock
injury, follow these guidelines.
Do not plug the fluidics cart power cord into a wall outlet. Plug the cord
into the cytometer only. This ensures proper electrical grounding and
protects against electrical shock or damage to the instrument.
A 12,000-volt potential exists between the deflection plates when they are
on. Contact with the charged plates results in serious electrical shock. Do
not touch the deflection plates when the voltage warning light is
illuminated, or when the software indicates that the plate voltage is on. The
plates remain energized even when the sort block door is opened.
The barb and the stream-charging wire conduct electrical charge during
sorting. To prevent shock, do not touch the barb or the stream-charging
wire when the voltage warning light is illuminated or any time during
sorting.
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