Agilent Technologies 8860 User Manual page 8

1 Safety Information
General safety precautions
This instrument is designed for chromatographic analysis of appropriately prepared samples. It
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must be operated using appropriate gases, and within specified maximum ranges for pressure,
flows, and temperatures as described in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
It is the responsibility of the customer to inform Agilent customer support representatives if the
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instrument has been used for the analysis of hazardous samples, prior to any instrument service
being performed or when an instrument is being returned for repair.
To ensure safe equipment operation, adhere to the following safety practices:
• Dot not use flammable gas (such as H
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• Perform periodic leak checks on all supply lines and pneumatic plumbing.
• Do not allow gas lines to become kinked or punctured. Place lines away from foot traffic and
extreme heat or cold.
• To avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages, disconnect the instrument from all
power sources before removing protective panels.
• Your product must only use the power cord that was shipped with this product. Do not use this
power cord with any other product.
Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately. Contact your Agilent service representative.
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• The instrument should be placed in a suitable location with sufficient ventilation to remove
gases and vapors. Make sure there is enough space around the instrument for it to cool off
sufficiently.
• Do not turn on the Power Supply if there is a possibility of any electrical damage. Instead,
disconnect the power cord, and contact your Agilent office.
• The supplied power cord must be inserted into a power outlet with a protective earth ground
connection.
• Do not change the external or internal grounding connections as this could endanger you or
damage the Power Supply.
• The Power Supply is properly grounded when shipped. You do not need to make any changes
to the electrical connections or to the Power Supply chassis to ensure safe operation.
• Do not place containers with flammable liquids on this Power Supply. Spillage of the liquid
over hot parts may cause fire.
• Never try to repair or replace any component that is not described in this manual without the
assistance of an Agilent service engineer. Unauthorized repairs or modifications will result in
rejection of warranty claims.
• Always disconnect the AC power cord before attempting any type of maintenance.
• The customer should not attempt to replace the fuses in the Power Supply.
• Damage can result if the Power Supply is stored under unfavorable conditions for prolonged
periods (for example, subject to heat, water, and so forth).
• This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and is
designed for use indoors.
• If the Power Supply is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the Power Supply may be impaired.
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