Safety Precautions - Awareness Technology Stat Fax 4200 Operator's Manual

1.3 Safety Precautions

To assure operator safety and prolong the life of your instrument, carefully follow all instructions outlined
below.
Read Instructions
Servicing
Wear Protective
Apparel
Follow Operating
Instructions
Use Proper Power
Supply
Observe All Terminal
Ratings
Install as Directed
Provide Proper
Ventilation
Do Not Operate
Without Protective
Covers
Avoid Exposed
Circuitry
Avoid Excessive Dust
Do Not Operate With
Suspected Failures
Do Not Operate in
Wet/Damp Conditions
Do Not Operate In An
Explosive Atmosphere
Operating Precautions
Keep Instrument
Surfaces Clean and
Dry
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Take time to read this manual carefully before using this instrument. Review
the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this
instrument or any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use this
instrument only as specified. For best results, familiarize yourself with the
instrument and its capabilities before attempting any clinical diagnostic tests.
Refer any questions to your instrument service provider.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the instrument. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel. Use only factory-authorized parts. Failure to do so
may void the warranty.
Many diagnostic assays utilize materials that are potential biohazards.
WARNING: Always wear protective apparel and eye protection while using this
instrument.
WARNING: Do not use this instrument in a manner not specified by the
manual, or the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
WARNING: Use only the power supply specified for this product and certified
for the country of use.
WARNING: To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on
the instrument. Consult this manual for further ratings information before
making connections to the instrument.
This instrument should be installed on a sturdy, level surface capable of safely
supporting the instrument's weight 12 lbs (5.4kg). The mounting surface should
be free of vibrations.
Refer to the installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has
proper ventilation. The instrument should be surrounded by the following
clearances: 10cm around perimeter of unit, 10cm on top, 1.27cm bottom (1/2").
WARNING: Do not operate this instrument with covers and panels removed.
WARNING: Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is
present.
Do not operate in an area with excessive dust.
WARNING: If you suspect there is damage to this instrument, have it inspected
by a qualified service person.
WARNING: Do not operate instrument in wet/damp conditions.
WARNING: Do not operate instrument in an explosive atmosphere.
Be sure to run a sufficient number of controls in each assay. If controls are not
within their acceptable limits, disregard test results.
CAUTION: Solvents such as acetone or paint thinner will damage the
instrument.
√ Do not use solvents to clean the unit. Avoid abrasive cleaners; the display
overlay is liquid-resistant, but easily scratched.
Clean the exterior of the instrument with a soft cloth using plain water. If
√
needed, a mild all-purpose or nonabrasive cleaner may be used.
√ Use as a disinfectant a 10% solution of chlorine bleach (5.25% Sodium
Hypochlorite) or 70% isopropyl alcohol.
√ Take special care not to spill liquid inside the instrument
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