Additional Safety Warnings; Safety Cautions - Labcyte Echo 525 User Manual

USER GUIDE | Echo® 525 Liquid Handler User Guide
Warning: The Echo Liquid Handler contains AC power fuses. If a fuse requires replacement, contact Labcyte Service and Support
(see Contact Information).
Warning: Do not use AC power cords if the following conditions exist:
The power cords are frayed or damaged.
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Other attached cords, cables, or receptacles are frayed or damaged.
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Use of damaged power cords can cause an electrical shock hazard and result in severe injury.
Warning: Do not connect (plug in) or disconnect (unplug) AC power cords if the following conditions exist:
The Echo Liquid Handler, or attached equipment, has been exposed to excessive moisture, or to liquids that have been
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spilled on it.
The Echo Liquid Handler, or any of its subassemblies or components, has been dropped or damaged.
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You suspect service or repair is required.
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The Echo Liquid Handler is being cleaned, handled during a maintenance procedure, or repaired—except as directed in the
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applicable written procedure.
These conditions can cause an electrical shock hazard and result in severe injury.

Additional Safety Warnings

Warning: The Echo Liquid Handler is not designed for use with flammable liquids. Do not load plates containing flammable liquids
into the Echo or otherwise operate the instrument with flammable liquids in the interior.
Warning: Do not try to gain access to the interior of the Echo Liquid Handler. Do not remove the Echo Liquid Handler exterior
covers. Exposure to laser light, high voltage, or moving parts inside the Echo Liquid Handler can cause severe injury.
Warning: Keep your hands, fingers, and clothing clear of the door and microplate assemblies, except when loading or unloading a
plate. Be aware of the possibility that either the source or the destination plate gripper stages may move.
Warning: Use good laboratory practices and follow the manufacturer's precautions when working with chemicals. Labcyte is not
responsible or liable for any damages as a result of, or as a consequence of, the use of hazardous chemicals.
Warning: The Echo Liquid Handler weighs approximately 128 kg (283 lbs). Moving or lifting the Echo Liquid Handler incorrectly can
cause severe injury. Never attempt to move or lift the Echo Liquid Handler without using proper equipment and proper safety
techniques. Contact the safety coordinator at your company for information.

Safety Cautions

To protect the Echo Liquid Handler from damage, follow these precautions:
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Caution: Use Ultrapure Water. Use of improper fluids may contaminate fluidics, adversely impact performance and invalidate
warranty.
Caution: Always use the normal shutoff routine or the EMO (Emergency Motion Off) button to turn off the Echo instrument. Turning
off the instrument by other methods (for example, unplugging the power cord), can potentially result in damage to the electronics
or corrupt the software.
Caution: Do not attempt to service or repair the internal Echo Liquid Handler mechanisms yourself. The electrical, laser, and
mechanical systems must be maintained by Labcyte field engineers. If you have any questions regarding what may be serviced by
an Echo Liquid Handler user, please call Labcyte (see
Caution: Do not make modifications to the Echo Liquid Handler.
Caution: Use only replacement parts that are approved by Labcyte.
Caution: Use labware that is SBS-compliant
Caution: Do not obstruct the air vents. Keep all air vents free of dirt or dust.
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Type 1 Ultrapure Water must meet the specifications of ASTM standard D-1193. Most commercial laboratory water purification
systems such as Millipore® Milli-Q®, Elga®PURELY and others conform to this. Before using water from such a source, confirm that
it is rated to produce Type 1 Ultrapure Water and properly maintained according to manufacturer's recommendations.
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Society for Biomolecular Sciences. See
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Contact Information).
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or approved by Labcyte.
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Safety Warnings and Precautions
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