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2.4 Non-regulation use
Any uses other than those listed as well as any use which
does not correspond to the technical data is a misuse. The
operator bears sole risk for eventual damage related to such
use.
This laboratory apparatus is not suitable for operation in explo-
sion-prone areas.
In particular the following uses are not allowed:
• Spray drying of organic solvents
• Processing of explosive substances
2.5 Fundamental dangers
Fundamental dangers arise from:
• Equipment which shows visible damage
• Extended storage in unfavorable conditions
• Mixtures of unknown composition or with impurities
• Damaged glassware
• Hot surfaces
• Folded hoses
• Inflammable gases or vapors in the immediate vicinity of
the apparatus
• Powdering, poisonous products while emptying the product
vessel
2.6 Safety measures
Regional and local laws and regulations must be observed.
In order to arrest electrostatic charges away from the Mini
Spray Dryer, the device is internally grounded. There is also
the possibility of arresting electrostatic charges away from
both the sample receiving vessel and the cyclone.
Operation of the Mini Spray Dryer should only occur with pro-
tection shield.
The wearing of personal safety equipment such as safety glas-
ses, protective clothing is necessary.
The glass parts are to be visually checked regularly for possible
damage, stars, cracks.
The earthed conductor (protective conductor) should never
be disconnected. Otherwise their is the danger of electrical
shock.
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