Safety Instructions - Sartorius cubis MPS Quick Reference Manual

Safety Instructions

2 Safety Instructions
Guidelines and General Information
The pipette calibration system complies with EU directives and standards for electrical safety and electromagnetic
compatibility.
Nevertheless, improper use or handling can result in damage and/or injury.
Any improper use or operation of the pipette calibration system that is not consistent with the instructions will
result in forfeiture of all claims under the manufacturer's warranty.
Personnel need to have read and understood these installation instructions, including the safety instructions.
If the pipette calibration system is used in systems and under ambient conditions with higher safety
requirements, you must observe the requirements and provisions applicable in your country.
Always keep the equipment and pipette calibration system freely accessible.
Danger of fire or explosion!
Operating the pipette calibration system in potentially explosive environments and working with explosive
substances can lead to serious injury and damage to the equipment.
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Do not use the pipette calibration system in potentially explosive environments.
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Do not work with explosive substances, or materials that can create an explosive atmosphere, with the pipette
calibration system.
Risk of electric shock due to incorrect handling of power cables!
The use of damaged or non-standard power cables as well as the mishandling of power cords can cause electric
shock or equipment damage.
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Only connect the pipette calibration system (protection class 1) to properly installed power sockets with
protective grounding conductors (PE) with a fuse of a maximum of 16 A.
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Only used standard-compliant extension cords with protective grounding conductors.
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Never disconnect the pipette calibration system from the protective grounding conductor. Grounding
(10 kilohms) is used when connecting the pipette calibration system to the power supply.
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Connect to the power supply according to the regulations of your specific country.
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Never plug the power cable into the mains wall outlet when it is disconnected from the pipette calibration
system.
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Make sure that the power plug or another suitable disconnecting device for the power can be easily reached
in case of danger.
Risk of injury when using hazardous or poisonous substances!
Failure to follow correct handling procedures with hazardous or poisonous substances can result in breakage of
parts and spillage of liquids or other substances.
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Wear personal protective equipment, such as protective gloves and eyewear.
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Observe the safety instructions and regulations for disposal when using hazardous or poisonous substances.
Risk of injury from sharp glass or metal edges!
There is a risk of being cut by glass or metal edges when removing or positioning glass covers or cleaning the
container.
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Therefore, particular caution should be exercised when removing or positioning glass covers, cleaning the
container, or modifying the pipette calibration system.
Risk of finger injury!
Your fingers can become trapped when opening and closing the sliding upper draft shield panel.
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Ensure that neither your fingers nor any inappropriate objects are located in the area around the sliding
upper draft shield panel when operating the pipette calibration system.
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