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Hyperion Imaging System User Guide
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Safety Alerts for Instruments
For hazards associated with instruments, this document uses indicators that include a
pictogram and signal words that indicate the severity level:
Indicator Description
Pictogram (see example) consisting of a symbol on a white background within a black
triangle-shaped frame. Refer to the system user guide for the applicable pictograms
and hazards pertaining to system usage.
9TDANGER
Signal word that indicates an imminent hazard that will result in severe injury or death
if not avoided.
9TWARNING
Signal word that indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in
serious injury or death if not avoided.
9TCAUTION
Signal word that indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor
or moderate personal injury if not avoided.
9TIMPORTANT
Signal word that indicates information necessary for proper use of products or
successful outcome of experiments.
Safety Data Sheets
Read and understand the SDSs before handling chemicals. To obtain SDSs for chemicals
ordered from Fluidigm, either alone or as part of this system, go to fluidigm.com/sds and
search for the SDS using either the product name or the part number.
Some chemicals referred to in this user guide may not have been provided with your
system. Obtain the SDSs for chemicals provided by other manufacturers from those
manufacturers.