Eppendorf Reference 2 - Safety; Intended use; Warnings for intended use

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Safety
Eppendorf Reference
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The Reference 2 pipette is designed and constructed for low-contamination transfer of
liquids. It is intended exclusively for use in research. This pipette is intended exclusively
for indoor use, and for operation by trained and skilled personnel.
2.2 Warnings for intended use
WARNING! Damage to health due to infectious liquids and pathogenic germs.
 When handling infectious liquids and pathogenic germs, observe the national
regulations, the biological security level of your laboratory, the material safety
data sheets, and the manufacturer's application notes.
 Wear personal protective equipment.
 For comprehensive regulations about handling germs or biological material of
risk group II or higher, please refer to the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual"
(source: World Health Organization, Laboratory Biosafety Manual, in its
respectively current valid version).
WARNING! Damage to health due to toxic, radioactive or aggressive chemicals.
 Wear personal protective equipment.
 Observe the national regulations for handling these substances.
 Observe the material safety data sheets and manufacturer's application notes.
CAUTION! Danger to individuals due to careless use
 Never point the opening of the device toward yourself or others.
 Only initiate liquid dispensing if it is safe to do so.
 With any dispensing task please ensure that you do not endanger yourself and
other persons.
CAUTION! Poor safety due to incorrect accessories and spare parts.
The use of accessories and spare parts other than those recommended by
Eppendorf may impair the safety, functioning and precision of the device.
Eppendorf cannot be held liable or accept any liability for damage resulting from
the use of incorrect or non-recommended accessories and spare parts, or from the
improper use of such equipment.
 Only use accessories and original spare parts recommended by Eppendorf.