Agilent Technologies 990 Micro GC Safety Manual page 7

Important Safety Warnings
General safety precautions
Follow the following safety practices to ensure safe equipment operation:
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This instrument is designed for chromatographic analysis of appropriately
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prepared samples. It must be operated using appropriate gases and within
specified maximum ranges for pressure, flows, and temperatures as described
in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
It is the responsibility of the customer to inform Agilent customer support
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representatives if the instrument has been used for the analysis of hazardous
samples, prior to any instrument service being performed or when an
instrument is being returned for repair.
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Perform periodic leak checks on all supply lines and pneumatic plumbing.
Do not allow gas lines to become kinked or punctured. Place lines away from
foot traffic and extreme heat or cold.
Store organic solvents in fireproof, vented and clearly labeled cabinets so
they are easily identified as either toxic, or flammable, or both types of
materials.
Do not accumulate waste solvents. Dispose of such materials through a
regulated disposal program and not through municipal sewage lines.
Avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages. Disconnect the instrument
from all power sources before removing protective panels.
When it is necessary to use a non-original power cord and plug, make sure
the replacement cord adheres to the color coding and polarity described in
the manual and all local building safety codes.
Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately with the same type and
rating.
Place this instrument in a location with sufficient ventilation to remove gases
and vapors. Make sure there is enough space around the instrument for it to
cool off sufficiently.
Do not turn on the instrument if there is a possibility of any kind of electrical
damage. Instead, disconnect the power cord and contact your local Agilent
sales office.
Before plugging in your instrument, verify that the voltage of your local power
source is set appropriately.
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