BRIGHT OTF 5000 - Positioning; Electrical Setup and Safety; Settling Procedure; Electrical Requirements

OTF 5000/HS/LS-001/2/3/4 Iss 4 June 2012
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CONSUMER PROTECTION
The Consumer Protection Act 1987 Part 1, refers to Product Liability. This legislation was
issued as a direct result of an EC Directive to all member states and has been in force with
effect from 1st March 1988.
Bright Instrument Co Ltd, ever mindful of the need to ensure that their products are not subject
to misuse and/or incorrect handling, have made it their aim to communicate any possible
dangers to their customers.
Whilst Bright Instrument Co Ltd markets products manufactured to the highest safety standards,
it is in the interest of the purchaser that he is aware of the resultant dangers of misuse and/or
incorrect handling of these products.
Your attention is therefore drawn to the following precautions:
ELECTRICAL
a Warnings - A warning notice is fixed to the instrument stating that it should be disconnected
from the power supply before removing the panels. This warning should be strictly observed.
This cryostat is fitted with an in line mains filter which may affect portable appliance test
results.
b Fuses - Fuse ratings are clearly indicated on all fuse panels adjacent to the fuse holder. If
and when replacement is necessary, the correct fuse rating must be adhered to.
c Earthing (Grounding) - A protective earth terminal is fitted, and must be used in all two wire
installations.
MICROTOMES KNIVES/BLADES
Microtome knives and blades can be hazardous in the laboratory. Personnel should be made
aware of the dangers and observe the following warnings:
a DO NOT leave the microtome unattended with an exposed knife in position. Remove the
knife or cover it with the guards provided.
b DO NOT leave knives lying around. Place knives that are not in use in their boxes.
c DO NOT carry knives unless secure in the box provided.
d DO NOT clean the knife along its length. Wipe from the back edge to the cutting edge.
e REMEMBER that even used knives are dangerous - they are still sharp and may have been
used to cut potentially infectious specimens.
f DISPOSE of used knives with the same care as other sharp objects. On no account should
used knives be placed in waste bins.
OPERATION
When placing object holders in the microtome, when orientating, manipulating or in any way
placing fingers in a position above the knife edge - ensure that the handwheel is locked and
knife guards are in position.