BRAND Liquid Handling Station Operator's Manual page 16

5. Danger due to hazardous substances
DANGER!
Use of hazardous substances or infectious liquids
When handling infectious, aqueous fluids, national regulations and biosafety level of labo-
ratories should be observed.
The Liquid Handling Station is suitable for dealing with germs and biological material of risk
class I. The most current requirements stated in the "Laboratory Biosafety Manual"(World
Health Organization) apply when dealing with germs of higher risk groups.
The operator bears all responsibility for selecting the substances used and for their safe hand-
ling.
This applies particularly to radioactive, infectious, poisonous, aggressive, flammable, or
otherwise dangerous substances.
When working with infectious or hazardous samples, standard laboratory procedures and
precautions must be followed.
Observe the material safety data sheets (MSDS) and the manufacturer's application
notes.
Dispose of the contents of the waste container in accordance with applicable regulati-
ons. Particular caution is recommended when using inflammable, reactive, or infectious
liquids.
If the instrument has been contaminated with hazardous substances, it must be cleaned
and decontaminated.
The unit itself will not emit any potentially toxic or harmful gases or substances.
6. Danger of explosion
DANGER!
Danger of explosion
In case of contact with explosive substances, there is a danger of explosion.
The instrument should not be operated in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Do not use explosive or highly reactive substances with the instrument.
Do not store explosive substances near the instrument.
Do not use any flammable liquids, especially carbon disulfide.
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