Roche Multiplate - Fire; Waste

Roche Diagnostics
Operator’s Manual · Version 3.0 19
Multiplate® analyzer 1 Safety
Safety summary
Waste
WARNING
Infection by waste solution
Contact with waste solution may result in infection. All materials and mechanical
components associated with the waste systems are potentially biohazardous.
r Be sure to wear protective equipment. Take extra care when working with protective
gloves; these can easily be pierced or cut which can lead to infection.
r If any biohazardous material is spilled, wipe it up immediately and apply disinfectant.
r If waste solution comes into contact with your skin, wash it off immediately with water
and apply a disinfectant. Consult a physician.
r Observe the safety labels on the equipment.
WARNING
Contamination of the environment by liquid and solid waste
The waste of the analyzer is potentially biohazardous.
r When disposing of any waste, do so in accordance with the appropriate local
regulations.
Waste must be treated in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations. Any
substances contained in reagents, calibrators, and quality controls, which are legally
regulated for environmental protection, must be disposed of according to the
relevant water discharge facility regulations.
Fire
WARNING
Fire and explosion due to use of inflammable materials
Electric sparks from electronic equipment can ignite flammable liquids and gases.
r Do not operate the analyzer in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
r Do not operate the electronic pipette in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
r Do not use the electronic pipette in an atmosphere with a danger of explosion.
r Do not pipette highly flammable liquids.
WARNING
Fire and explosion due to inappropriate use of the electronic pipette
Inappropriate use of the electronic pipette or the batteries (short circuit, mechanical
damage, overheating, incorrect AC adapter, etc.) can lead to battery explosion.
r When handling batteries, always follow the descriptions given in this documentation.
WARNING
Fire and explosion due to use of non-appropriate batteries
Using the electronic pipette with non-appropriate batteries can lead to battery explosion.
r The original battery must not be replaced with non-rechargeable batteries or
rechargeable batteries of other manufacturers.