Workstation Safety; Safety And Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Standards - Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 6 Flex User Manual

Workstation safety

Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards

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The following table lists laser safety symbols and alerts that may be present on the
instrument.
CAUTION! LASER HAZARD, Bar Code Scanner. The bar code scanner included
with the instrument system is a Class 2 laser. To avoid damage to eyes, do not
stare directly into the beam or point into another person's eyes.
MISE EN GARDE ! RISQUE LIÉ AU RAYONNEMENT LASER, Lecteur de code-
barres. Le lecteur de code-barres inclut dans l'instrument est un appareil laser
de classe 2. Pour éviter toute lésion oculaire, ne regardez pas directement le
faisceau et ne le dirigez pas vers les yeux d'une autre personne.
Correct ergonomic configuration of your workstation can reduce or prevent effects
such as fatigue, pain, and strain. Minimize or eliminate these effects by configuring
your workstation to promote neutral or relaxed working positions.
CAUTION! MUSCULOSKELETAL AND REPETITIVE MOTION HAZARD.
These hazards are caused by potential risk factors that include but are not
limited to repetitive motion, awkward posture, forceful exertion, holding static
unhealthy positions, contact pressure, and other workstation environmental
factors.
To minimize musculoskeletal and repetitive motion risks:
• Use equipment that comfortably supports you in neutral working positions and
allows adequate accessibility to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
• Position the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to promote relaxed body and head
postures.
The instrument design and manufacture complies with the following standards and
requirements for safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
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Appendix I Safety

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