6 Entris
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BCE Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Figures on the Operating Display
The figures on the operating display of the device may deviate
from those in these instructions.
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The device is a high-resolution balance, which can be used
indoors, e.g. in industrial areas. The device was developed for
the accurate determination of the mass of materials in liquid,
paste, powder, or solid form.
Appropriate containers must be used for loading each type of
material.
The device is exclusively designed for use according to these
instructions. Any further use beyond this is considered
improper.
If the device is not used properly: the protective systems of the
device may be impaired. This can lead to unforeseeable personal
injury or property damage.
Operating Conditions for the Device
Do not use the device in potentially explosive environments.
The device may only be used indoors.
The device may only be used with the equipment and under the
operating conditions described in the Technical Data section of
these instructions.
Modifications to the Device
You may not modify or repair the device or make any technical
changes. Any retrofitting or technical changes to the device are
only permitted with prior written permission from Sartorius.
2.2 Personnel Qualification
If people who do not have sufficient knowledge on the safe
handling of the device carry out work on the device: Those
people may injure themselves or other people nearby.
t Ensure that all individuals working on the device possess
the necessary knowledge and qualifications (description see
Chapter “1.3 Target Groups”, page 5).
t If a particular qualification is indicated for the actions
described: Have these activities carried out by the required
target group.
t If no particular qualification is indicated for the actions
described: Have these activities carried out by the “user”
target group.
2.3 Significance of these Instructions
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can have
serious consequences, e.g. exposure of individuals to electrical,
mechanical, or chemical hazards.
t Before working with the device: Read the instructions
carefully and completely.
t If these instructions are lost, request a replacement or
download the latest version from the Sartorius website
(www.sartorius.com).
t Ensure that the information contained in these instructions
is available to all individuals working on the device.
2.4 Proper Working Order of the Device
A damaged device or worn parts may lead to malfunctions or
cause hazards which are difficult to recognize.
t Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect
working order.
t In the event of damage to the housing, disconnect the
device from the power supply and prevent it from being
restarted.
t Do not open the device housing. Have any malfunctions or
damage repaired immediately by Sartorius Service.
t Comply with the maintenance intervals (for intervals and
maintenance work, see Chapter “9.2 Cleaning the Device”,
page 30).
2.5 Symbols on the Device
All symbols appearing on the device, such as warnings and
safety labels, must be legible.
t Do not conceal, remove, or modify the symbols.
t Replace the symbols if they become illegible.