Safety
2
Conventions
The following table describes conventions that are used in this
manual:
Item Description
Indicates that the operator should operate the device by
following the instructions. Otherwise, it might result in
personal injury.
Indicates that the operator should operate the device by
following the instructions. Otherwise, it might result in
device malfunction, damage or inaccurate sequencing
results.
Indicates that the operator should pay special attention to
the note information, and operate the device by following
the instructions.
Indicates biological risk. The operator should operate the
device by following the instructions.
Boldface
Indicates the printings and on-screen characters on the
device.
General safety
z
Ensure that the device is operated under the conditions specified in this
manual. Otherwise, it might result in device damage, incorrect sequencing
results, or even personal injury.
z
Ensure that the components of the device are completely installed before
operation. Otherwise, it might result in personal injury.
z
A laser is installed in the flow cell compartment. Laser radiation can cause
eye injury and skin burns. Before performing a sequencing run, ensure that
the flow cell compartment door is closed.