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Safety Notice
Moving Parts
• Dispose of all waste solutions according to your facility’s waste disposal procedures.
• Operate the Biomek NX in accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual, and take
all the necessary precautions when using pathological, toxic, or radioactive materials.
• Splashing of liquids may occur; therefore, take appropriate safety precautions, such as using
safety glasses and wearing protective clothing, when working with potentially hazardous
liquids.
• Use an appropriately contained environment when using hazardous materials.
• Observe the appropriate cautionary procedures as defined by your safety officer when using
flammable solvents in or near a powered-up instrument.
• Observe the appropriate cautionary procedures as defined by your safety officer when using
toxic, pathological, or radioactive materials.
NOTE Observe all warnings and cautions listed for any external devices attached or used during operation
of the Biomek NX. Refer to applicable external device user’s manuals for operating procedures of that
device.
NOTE For Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) information, go to the Beckman Coulter website at
www.beckman.com.
Moving Parts
To avoid injury due to moving parts, observe the following:
• Never attempt to exchange labware, reagents, or tools while the instrument is operating.
• Never attempt to physically restrict any of the moving components of the Biomek NX.
• Keep the Biomek NX work area clear to prevent obstruction of the movement.
Maintenance
Perform only the maintenance described in this manual. Maintenance other than that specified in
this manual should be performed only by Beckman Coulter service representatives.
IMPORTANT It is your responsibility to decontaminate components of the Biomek NX before requesting
service by a Beckman Coulter service representative or returning parts to Beckman Coulter for repair.
Beckman Coulter will NOT accept any items which have not been decontaminated where it is appropriate
to do so. If any parts are returned, they must be enclosed in a sealed plastic bag stating that the contents
are safe to handle and are not contaminated.
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