Eppendorf Concentrator plus - 3.3.2 Maximum service life for accessories; 3.4 Information on product liability; 3.5 Warnings for intended use; 3.5.1 Personal injury or damage to the equipment

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3.3.2 Maximum service life for accessories
The maximum service life for plastic adapters is 1 year from first commissioning. Do not use the adapter
beyond this period!
For the rotors (see Rotors on p. 12) described here there is no limit for their service life, as long as the
following conditions are met: proper use, recommended maintenance and undamaged condition.
3.4 Information on product liability
In the following cases, the designated protection of the device may be compromised. Liability for any
resulting property damage or personal injury is then transferred to the operator:
•The device is not used in accordance with the operating manual.
•The device is used outside of its intended use.
•The device is used with accessories or consumables which are not recommended by Eppendorf.
•The device is maintained or repaired by people not authorized by Eppendorf.
•The user makes unauthorized changes to the device.
3.5 Warnings for intended use
Read the operating manual and observe the following general safety instructions before using the device.
3.5.1 Personal injury or damage to the equipment
WARNING! Electric shock due to damage to device or mains cable.
 Only switch on the device if the device and mains cable are undamaged.
 Only use devices that have been properly installed or repaired.
 In case of danger, disconnect the device from the mains supply by pulling the power plug
from the device or the mains socket or, by using the isolating device intended for this
purpose (e.g., emergency stop switch in the laboratory).
WARNING! Lethal voltages inside the device.
 Ensure that the housing is always closed and undamaged so that no parts inside the device
can be contacted by accident.
 Do not remove the housing of the device.
 Do not allow any liquids to penetrate the inside of the housing.
 Do not allow the device to be opened by anyone except service personnel who have been
specifically authorized by Eppendorf.
WARNING! Risk from incorrect supply voltage
 Only connect the device to voltage sources which correspond to the electrical
requirements on the name plate.
 Only use sockets with a protective earth (PE) conductor and suitable power cable.