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General Information
The spectrophotometer described in this manual is designed to be used by properly
trained personnel in a suitable equipped laboratory. For the correct and safe use of this
spectrophotometer it is essential for laboratory personnel to follow generally accepted
safe procedures in addition to the safety precautions called for in this manual.
The inside of the power supply unit is a hazardous area and its cover should not be
removed under any circumstances. ANY Servicing must be done by an authorized
person.
Some of the chemicals you use in the spectrophotometer may be corrosive, flammable,
radioactive, toxic, and/or potentially infective. Care should be taken to follow the normal
laboratory procedures for handling chemicals and samples. Please carefully read the
Safety, Electrical, Warning, Performance and Radio Interference instructions below.
Safety
This spectrophotometer has been designed and tested in accordance with EN 61326-1:
1997 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and
Laboratory Use standard (EMC Requirements). The spectrophotometer has been tested
and supplied in a safe condition.
Read the following before installing and using the instrument and its accessories.
Electrical
Before switching on the spectrophotometer, make sure it is set to the voltage of the
local power supply (see Installation section).
The main plug shall be inserted in a socket provided with a protective earth grounded
contact. The protective action must not be negated using an extension cord without a
protective conductor.
Warning
Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside the spectrophotometer or
disconnection of the protective earth terminal is likely to make the spectrophotometer
dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Whenever it is likely that the protection
has been impaired, the spectrophotometer shall be made inoperative and be secured
against any unintended operation.
The protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the spectrophotometer
• Shows visible damage
• Fails to perform the intended measurements
• Has been subjected to prolonged storage under unfavorable conditions
• Has been subjected to severe transport stresses
Performance
Carry out performance checks with reference to wavelength and absorbance accuracy
to ensure that the spectrophotometer is working within its specification, especially when
making measurements of an important nature. Performance checks are detailed in this
manual.
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