Abbott CELL-DYN 3200 System Operator's Manual page 361

Section 8 Hazards
Section 8
Warning Conventions
Signal Words
Symbols
CELL-DYN 3200 System Operator's Manual
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Operation, maintenance and servicing of automated hematology systems may
expose individuals to potential safety and health hazards. All work must be
performed as described in the CELL-DYN Operator's Manual or as directed by an
Abbott Representative.
This section provides precautionary warnings and information necessary for the
safe use of the CELL-DYN 3200 System. Supplementary warnings are inserted
throughout this manual and on the instrument to alert personnel to potential
hazards. Whenever hazard symbols are encountered on the instrument, users must
consult the Operator's Manual to determine the nature of the potential hazard and
actions that must be taken.
The standard warning conventions including signal words (e.g., caution) and
symbols are described below. Safety symbols appear next to signal words that
identify hazards.
DANGER: Denotes an immediate hazard which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING: Denotes a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in moderate to
serious injury.
CAUTION: Denotes a potential hazard that could result in injury. Also, used for
conditions or activities which could interfere with proper func-
tioning of the instrument.
NOTE: Denotes special operator/service information or standard practices.
The general hazard symbol identifies an activity or area that may present a
hazard to personnel or equipment.
The electrical hazard symbol alerts personnel to the possibility of electrical
shock if procedural or engineering controls are not observed.
The biohazard symbol identifies an activity or area where personnel may be
exposed to infectious substances if procedural or engineering controls are
not observed.
The laser hazard symbol identifies an activity or area where personnel will
be exposed to an eye hazard if procedural or engineering controls are not
observed.
Hazards
Overview
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