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Safety
1 Safety
1.1 Labels
The following safety-related labels appear on the thawer.
Caution: risk of danger Caution: Hazardous moving parts Protective earth ground terminal
1.2 Avoiding injury
► Use the equipment for its intended purpose. Do not use if any components are damaged.
► Review safety instructions before installing, using, or maintaining the equipment
► Before performing procedures, review any specic safety instructions.
► Perform maintenance described in this manual. Maintenance not specied herein is to be performed by
technical service representatives authorized by Helmer.
► Never physically restrict any moving component. Do not move or bump the unit during operation.
► Lift safely. If too heavy or awkward, get assistance.
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CAUTION ► The thawer has the potential to be a shock hazard.
► When attaching or using external devices, follow manufacturers’ safety rules.
► Inspect all electrical equipment and address problems prior to installation.
► Avoid removing electrical service panels and access panels unless so instructed.
► Use supplied power cords only.
► Avoid using multi-plug power strips. Connect directly to properly grounded wall outlets.
► Use appropriate protective equipment when cleaning or servicing the equipment
► Notify appropriate safety personnel when handling or disposing of materials that are infectious, toxic,
pathological, radioactive, or otherwise biologically or environmentally harmful.
► See Service manual for more detail on maintenance, parts, and troubleshooting.
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CAUTION
Decontaminate parts prior to sending for service or repair. Items not decontaminated
appropriately will not be accepted. Documentation stating contents are not contaminated
and are safe to handle must accompany returns. Contact Helmer or your distributor for
decontamination instructions and a Return Authorization Number.