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Appendix I Safety
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Chemical safety
Chemical safety
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• Do not open the unit. Due to the danger of exposure to high voltage, only trained
service technicians should open the unit.
• Do not place the system near any motorized, vibrating, or magnetic equipment.
• Unit protection can be impaired if used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer.
• Dispose of all plastic bags and wrapping according to local environmental
regulations and keep them away from children.
WARNING! GENERAL CHEMICAL HANDLING. To minimize hazards, ensure
laboratory personnel read and practice the general safety guidelines for chemical
usage, storage, and waste provided below. Consult the relevant SDS for specific
precautions and instructions:
·
Read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) provided by the chemical
manufacturer before you store, handle, or work with any chemicals or hazardous
materials. To obtain SDSs, see the "Documentation and Support" section in this
document.
·
Minimize contact with chemicals. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
when handling chemicals (for example, safety glasses, gloves, or protective
clothing).
·
Minimize the inhalation of chemicals. Do not leave chemical containers open. Use
only with adequate ventilation (for example, fume hood).
·
Check regularly for chemical leaks or spills. If a leak or spill occurs, follow the
manufacturer's cleanup procedures as recommended in the SDS.
·
Handle chemical wastes in a fume hood.
·
Ensure use of primary and secondary waste containers. (A primary waste container
holds the immediate waste. A secondary container contains spills or leaks from the
primary container. Both containers must be compatible with the waste material
and meet federal, state, and local requirements for container storage.)
·
After emptying a waste container, seal it with the cap provided.
·
Characterize (by analysis if necessary) the waste generated by the particular
applications, reagents, and substrates used in your laboratory.
·
Ensure that the waste is stored, transferred, transported, and disposed of
according to all local, state/provincial, and/or national regulations.
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IMPORTANT! Radioactive or biohazardous materials may require special handling,
and disposal limitations may apply.
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