General Safety Information; Caution Symbol; Precautions; Product Description - BIO RAD SmartSpec 3000 Instruction Manual

Section 1

General Safety Information

This instrument is intended for laboratory use only.
This product conforms to the "Class A" standards for electromagnetic emissions intend-
ed for laboratory equipment applications. It is possible that emissions from this product may
interfere with some sensitive appliances when placed nearby or in the same circuit as those
applications. The user should be aware of this potential and take appropriate measures to
avoid interference.

1.1 Caution Symbol

Read the manual before using the SmartSpec 3000 Spectrophotometer. For technical
assistance, contact your local Bio-Rad office or, in the U.S., call technical services at
1-800-4BIORAD (1-800-424-6723).
Definition of Symbols
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Caution (refer to accompanying documents)

1.2 Precautions

1. Do not use near flammable materials.
2. Always inspect the SmartSpec 3000 for damaged components before use.
3. Always connect the system to the correct AC power source.
4. Always connect the correct instrument (printer or computer only) via the serial port
connector.
5. Do not pour liquid into the sample chamber. Thorough clean-up is needed after each spill
(Section 10.1).
6. Do not place objects on the SmartSpec 3000.
7. The SmartSpec 3000 has no customer-serviceable components, do not open the unit.
Section 2

Product Description

2.1 Packing List

The SmartSpec 3000 Spectrophotometer (catalog number 170-2501) is shipped with the
following components. Upon receiving your instrument, please check that all items listed
below were shipped. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your local Bio-Rad office.
Item
Instruction manual
Warranty card (please complete and return)
SmartSpec 3000 Spectrophotometer
Power cable
Cuvette spring
Thermal paper roll
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