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Summary of Hazards
Introduction
Summary of Hazards
Introduction
This section summarizes the hazards associated with the DxC System. Individual
hazards associated with a specific procedure in this manual are included in Warning
or Caution boxes within the procedures for that task. Please read this section and the
following
Summary of Precautions
Bar Code Reader Hazards
Do not tamper with or remove the housing of any bar code reader because of the laser-
based nature of the readers and the potential hazard of looking directly at laser light.
When the instrument is running, homing, or in diagnostics, the laser may be ON. At
all other times the laser is OFF.
Biohazardous Materials Hazards
Observe all laboratory policies or procedures which pertain to handling of infectious
and pathogenic materials.
Closed Tube Sampling (CTS) Cap Piercer Assembly Hazards/Biohazards
The Cap Piercer contains a razor sharp blade assembly that has been exposed to
potentially biohazardous fluids. The points of the Blade are very sharp and extend
below the Wash Tower. Stay away from the bottom of the Wash Tower. To prevent
injury or exposure, do not touch the Points of the Blade and always wear gloves. Do
not select <OK> when the cover is removed. This will move the Cap Piercer Carriage
up and cause a pinching hazard.
CTS Auto-Gloss Handling Hazards
Be careful when handling the bottle of CTS Auto-Gloss. Prevent spills. This lubricant
is extremely slippery and difficult to clean from a floor.
Electric Shock Hazards
Replacement or servicing of any components where contact with bare, live hazardous
parts could occur, possibly resulting in electric shock, should only be performed by
qualified service personnel.
Electrical Ground Hazards
Do not under any circumstances operate the system until an electrical ground is
provided and the power cord is properly connected to the ground.
Flammable Materials Hazards
Do not use this system in the presence of flammable materials.
General Information
Page 1-4
before operating the system.
UniCel DxC Systems Instructions For Use A13914
October 2005
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