NanoPhotometer
®
N120/NP80/N60/N50/C40 User Manual Version 4.3.1
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2. GETTING STARTED
SPECTROPHOTOMETER INSTALLATION
Note: Translations of the Safety Information and Unpacking and Positioning are available in
Appendix 1 (Czech), Appendix 2 (Dutch), Appendix 3 (French), Appendix 4 (German),
Appendix 5 (Italian), Appendix 6 (Polish), Appendix 7 (Spanish), Appendix 8 (Swedish) and
Appendix 9 (Portuguese)
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before commencing installation, please take time to familiarize yourself with warning labels
and symbols on your instrument and their meaning. These are to inform you where potential
danger exists or particular caution is required. Improper use may cause personal injuries or
damage to the instrument. The instrument must only be operated by appropriately trained
and experienced personnel. Please read the complete user manual prior to use.
direct current
Overvoltage catetory: Class II
Maximum operating altitude: < 2000 m
Polution degree: 2
Do not open the instrument as this can expose the operator to electrical power, UV light, and
delicate fiber optics or damage the instrument.
If the submicroliter cell is used with the NanoPhotometer
®
C40 make sure that the lid is
placed on the measurement head prior to the measurement.
WARNING: UV exposure when measuring without lid.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your
NanoPhotometer
®
. Use only the delivered and specified power supply/charger.
Do not expose the NanoPhotometer
®
to strong magnetic, electrical fields, water, chemicals
or any type of liquid as heavy rain or moisture.
Do not put the instrument into fire, as it may swell or explode (battery). Do not store at or use
near any type of heat source, especially temperatures above 60°C or in an explosive
atmosphere.
Do not leave your NanoPhotometer
®
on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent
discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
Do not place objects on top of the NanoPhotometer
®
.
The NanoPhotometer
®
with battery pack (mobile version) has to be switched off during
transportation. The on/off button has to be protected during transportation from turning on
itself caused by shock or vibration.
Biological samples may contain or have the potential to transmit infectious diseases. Be
aware of the health hazard presented by such samples and wear appropriate protective
equipment. Handle such samples with the greatest of care and according to applicable