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About These Instructions
These instructions describe how to operate your BD FACSCalibur™ flow
cytometer using BD FACStation™ software. BD Biosciences recommends that
first-time users take advantage of operator training offered with the sale of every
new instrument.
The BD FACSCalibur Instructions for Use assumes you have a working
knowledge of the Mac® OS X operating system.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in these instructions.
Table 1 Hazard symbols
a
a. Although these symbols appear in color on the instrument, they are in black and white throughout this user’s
guide; their meaning remains unchanged.
Symbol Meaning
CAUTION: hazard or unsafe practice that could result in material damage,
data loss, minor or severe injury, or death
Electrical danger
Laser radiation
Biological risk