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Safety
3.4.6 Dangers Due to High or Low Temperatures
Hot or Cold Surfaces
Thermal Shock
CAUTION
Accident hazard from contact with hot or cold surfaces on the unit.
Contact with the hot or cold surfaces of the unit may result in serious burns.
Do not touch device parts of cooled or heated units.
Do not use damaged samples.
After removing a sample or cassette allow it to cool or thaw before coming in con-
tact.
NOTICE
Material damage hazard from overflow of cryogens.
Material damage may result from the overflow of cryogens.
Turn off the device during magnet servicing.
Cover the device with a protective cover, e.g. P/N 1804420 provided in the acces-
sory case, to avoid contact with cold gases.
Be sure to use sufficient transfer line and Teflon evacuation hose for nitrogen and
helium refills based on recommendations in the magnet manual.
After refilling cryogens some parts of the magnet may be icy. Be sure to remove
the ice to avoid its melting onto the device.