Warnings And Precautions - Biotek PowerWave Operator's Manual

Warnings and Precautions

The PowerWave should be operated on a flat surface away from direct
sunlight or strong incandescent light. Excessive humidity should be
avoided.
Hazard Warnings
Warning! Power Rating. PowerWave's must be connected to a power
receptacle that provides voltage and current within the specified rating
for the system. Use of an incompatible power receptacle may produce
electrical shock and fire hazards.
Warning! Internal Voltage. Always turn off the power switch and
unplug the power cord before cleaning the instrument's outer surface.
Warning! Liquids. Avoid spilling liquids on the reader; fluid seepage into
internal components creates a potential shock hazard. Do not operate the
instrument if internal components are exposed to fluid.
Warning! Software. The microplate reader operator must follow the
manufacturer's assay package insert when modifying software
parameters and establishing result calculation methods, using the reader's
on-board software.
Warning! Data Reduction Protocol. The reader's software will flag
properly defined controls when they are out of range. It will present all
the data with the appropriate error flags in order for the user to determine
their validity. Because there have been no limits applied to the raw
absorbance data, all information exported via computer control must be
analyzed completely.
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