4 Hyperion Imaging System User Guide
About This Guide
IMPORTANT Before using the system, read and understand the safety guidelines in this
document. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in undesirable effects, injury to
personnel, and/or damage to the system or to property.
Operator Safety for the Hyperion Imaging System
The Hyperion™ Imaging System is classified as a Class 1 laser device.
The laser radiation of the Class 1 laser system is eye-safe under all operating conditions.
This product includes lasers of a higher class whose beams are confined within a suitable
enclosure so that access to laser radiation is physically prevented.
Safety Alert Conventions
Fluidigm documentation uses specific conventions for presenting information that may
require your attention. Refer to the following safety alert conventions.
Safety Alerts for Chemicals
For hazards associated with chemicals, this document follows the United Nations Globally
Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and uses indicators
that include a pictogram and a signal word that indicates the severity level:
Indicator Description
Pictogram (see example) consisting of a symbol on a white background within a red
diamond-shaped frame. Refer to the individual safety data sheet (SDS) for the
applicable pictograms and hazards pertaining to the chemicals being used.
DANGER Signal word that indicates more severe hazards.
WARNING Signal word that indicates less severe hazards.
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