Uncrating And Placing The 7300/7500/7500 Fast System - Applied Biosystems 7300 Installation And Maintenance Manual

Chapter 2 Unpacking and Setting Up the Instrument

Uncrating and Placing the 7300/7500/7500 Fast System

Uncrating and Placing the 7300/7500/7500 Fast System
Preinstallation
Checklists
Guidelines for
Lifting and
Moving
Notes
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Applied Biosystems 7300/7500/7500 Fast Real-Time PCR System Installation and Maintenance Guide
PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD. Do not attempt to lift the
instrument or any other heavy objects unless you have received related training.
Incorrect lifting can cause painful and sometimes permanent back injury. Use proper
lifting techniques when lifting or moving the instrument. At least 2 people are required
to lift the 7300/7500/7500 Fast instrument.
Before assembling your 7300/7500/7500 Fast system, review and complete the
preinstallation checklists in the Applied Biosystems 7300/7500/7500 Fast Real-Time
PCR System Site Preparation Guide. The guide is shipped to you before the instrument
arrives and contains important environmental and electrical requirements for the
7300/7500/7500 Fast system.
• Verify that the surface
you will be placing the
instrument on supports
at least 54.5 kg
(120 lbs).
• Verify that the pathway
to the final position of
the instrument is clear
of obstructions.
• Keep your spine in a
good neutral position.
• Bend at the knees and
lift with your legs.
• Do not lift an object and twist your torso at the same time.
• Coordinate your intentions with your assistant before lifting and carrying.
GR2349
7300/7500
People Lift