Risk of burns
Hot machine parts
− Some parts of the machine can get very hot and cause burns when
touched without wearing protective gloves.
• Wear heat-resistant protective gloves when working with hot
machine parts.
• Never touch hot parts of the machine without suitable protective
gloves.
Risk of cuts
Glass splinters
− Sample vials and reagent tubes are made of glass and can break. Glass
splinters can cause cuts.
• Inspect reagent tubes and sample vials for damage prior to use.
• Wear protective gloves and goggles when handling reagent tubes
and sample vials.
• Replace damaged reagent tubes and sample vials.
• Do not touch glass splinters with unprotected hands.