Venting Toxic Gases; Contacting Us - Thermo Scientific TSQ 8000 Evo Hardware Manual

Venting Toxic Gases

Contacting Us

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• Providing personal protective equipment.
• Providing instructions for what to do if operators are exposed to aerosols or vapors
during normal operation (within the intended use of the equipment) or in case of
single fault situations such as a broken vial. The protective measures must consider
potential contact with the skin, mouth, nose (respiratory organs), and eyes.
• Providing instructions for decontamination and safe disposal of relevant parts.
WARNING The user or operator is responsible for the safe handling of hazardous
chemicals or biological compounds including (but not limited to) bacterial or viral
samples and the associated waste, according to international and local regulations.
When analyzing toxic compounds, be aware that during the normal operation of the GC
some of the sample might be vented outside the instrument through the split and purge flow
vents; therefore, be sure to vent the exhaust gases to a fume hood. Consult local
environmental and safety regulations for instructions in exhausting fumes from your system.
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Contacting Us
TSQ 8000 Evo Hardware Manual
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