Thermo Scientific QuantStudio 1 - Physical Injury; Electrical Safety; Cleaning and Decontamination; Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Standards

CAUTION! Moving Parts. Moving parts can crush, pinch and cut. Keep hands
clear of moving parts while operating the instrument. Disconnect power before
servicing.
WARNING! Do not aempt to lift or move the instrument without the
assistance of others. Use appropriate moving equipment and proper lifting
technique, improper lifting may result in serious injury.
WARNING! Ensure appropriate electrical supply. For safe operation of the
instrument:
·
Plug the system into a properly grounded receptacle with adequate current
capacity.
·
Ensure the electrical supply is of suitable voltage.
·
Never operate the instrument with the ground disconnected. Grounding
continuity is required for safe operation of the instrument.
WARNING! Power Supply Line Cords. Use properly congured and approved
line cords for the power supply in your facility.
WARNING! Disconnecting Power. To fully disconnect power either detach or
unplug the power cord, positioning the instrument such that the power cord is
accessible.
CAUTION! Cleaning and Decontamination. Use only the cleaning and
decontamination methods specied in the manufacturer's user documentation.
It is the responsibility of the operator (or other responsible person) to ensure
the following requirements are met:
·
No decontamination or cleaning agents are used that could cause a
HAZARD as a result of a reaction with parts of the equipment or with
material contained in the equipment.
·
The instrument is properly decontaminated a) if hazardous material is
spilled onto or into the equipment, and/or b) prior to having the instrument
serviced at your facility or sending the instrument for repair, maintenance,
trade-in, disposal, or termination of a loan (decontamination forms may be
requested from customer service).
·
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods (except those
recommended by the manufacturer), users should conrm with the
manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment.
Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
The instrument design and manufacture complies with the standards and
requirements for safety and electromagnetic compatibility as noted in the following
table:
Physical injury
Electrical safety
Cleaning and
decontamination
Appendix E Safety
Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
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