Safety Information; General Information; Measures For Personnel; Hazards Of Electricity - SYSMEX pocH-100i Instructions For Use Manual

7.1. SAFETY INFORMATION

7.1.1. General information

• Before operating this instrument, carefully read this manual.
Keep this manual for further reference. Observe all cautionary information in the manual and
on the instrument.
• Install and operate this instrument only as instructed in this manual.
• Keep hair, fingers and clothing away from rotating parts.
• If the instrument service is required, contact your Sysmex representative.
• Respecting all first aid steps in your laboratory is essential.

7.1.2. Measures for personnel

• Personnel using this instrument must read the Instructions for Use thoroughly beforehand,
and must operate the instrument correctly.
• Personnel who have little or no experience operating the instrument should receive guidance
and assistance from an experienced operator.
• Training courses
For further training information, please contact your Sysmex representative.

7.1.3. Hazards of electricity

Risk of electric shock and fire! Danger of life!
• Never insert the power plug into power sockets other than AC100-240V. Please note that the
instrument must be grounded.
• Do not touch the electric circuits inside the instrument.
• Avoid damage to the power cable. Do not place any appliances on the power cable. Do not
pull the power cord but grip the plug for unplugging.
• If the instrument emits unusual odors or smoke, or if the instrument leaks: Switch OFF imme-
diately and unplug the power cable. Contact your Sysmex service representative.
Risk of damage and short-circuit!
• Do not spill blood samples or reagent on the unit.
• Do not put metal objects such as staples or paper clips on the instrument.
• In the case of a short-circuit: Switch OFF immediately and unplug the power cable. Contact
your Sysmex service representative.
• Before connecting peripheral devices: Switch OFF the devices.
Peripheral devices are e.g. a host computer, handheld barcode reader, or the program card.

7.1.4. Biohazards

All parts and surfaces of this instrument must be regarded as potentially infectious, since this in-
strument analyzes patient blood.
To avoid infections:
• Use of protective garments and gloves when operating, maintaining or servicing the unit.
• Never touch waste or parts having been in contact with waste with your bare hands.
• Should you inadvertently come in contact with potentially infectious materials or surfaces, im-
mediately rinse skin thoroughly with water, and follow your hospital or laboratory's prescribed
cleaning and decontamination procedures.
• Control blood must be regarded as potentially infectious.
Wear protective garments and gloves when performing quality control.
• After completion of work, wash hands with disinfectant.
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pocH-100 Revised June 2008