multi N/C 2100S Safety instructions
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The following has to be observed:
For gas cylinder or gas plant operation, the safety instructions and guidelines which
are valid at the operating location must be strictly complied with.
High pressure hoses and pressure reducers may only be used for the assigned gases.
Pipes, hoses, screw connections and pressure reducers for oxygen must be kept free
from grease.
All pipes, hoses and screw connections must be checked regularly for leaks and
externally visible damage. Leaks and damaged must be repaired without delay.
Prior to inspections, service and repairs the valves must be closed and the analyzer
vented!
After successful repair and service of the components of the compressed air
containers or system the analyzer must be checked for sound operation prior to
recommissioning!
Independent assembly and installation are not permitted!
2.5.5 Handling of auxiliary and operating materials
The operator is responsible for the selection of substances used in the process as well as
for their safe handling. This is particularly important for radioactive, infectious,
poisonous, corrosive, combustible, explosive and otherwise dangerous substances.
When handling dangerous substances local safety codes and guidelines must be
observed.
The following general notes do not replace the specific local regulations or the
regulations in the EU safety data sheets of the manufacturers for the auxiliary and
operating materials.
The following has to be observed:
The relevant regulations and the notes in the EU safety data sheets of the
manufacturers have to be observed and complied with regards to storage, handing,
use and disposal for all auxiliary and operation materials used during operation or
maintenance of the analyzer.
Auxiliary and operation materials may never be placed in containers or vessels for
food. The approved containers for the relevant material are to be used and these
have to be labeled accordingly. The notes on the labels have to be observed!
Protective goggles and rubber gloves have to be worn when handing reagents. The
notes on the labels have to be observed.
The regulations and notes on the safety data sheets for the handling of
orthophosphoric acid (H
3
PO
4
) or hydrochloric acid (HCl) have to be observed!
The catalysts supplied by the manufacturer (platinum catalyst multi N/C or special
catalyst multi N/C) must be treated with the usual caution when handling chemicals.
Biological samples have to be handled according to local guidelines regarding the
handling of infectious material.
Caution when handing quartz glass and glass parts. Risk of broken glass and
therefore risk of injury!