Safety Precautions - GE PhastSystem User Manual

2. Important safety information
2.3 Safety
precautions
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The voltage supplied by PhastSystem is capable of delivering a lethal
electric shock. The numerous safety devices and circuits built into the
instrument prevent this. The "pause" and "start/stop" keys can also
be pressed to halt the supply of power at any stage of the experiment
or operation of PhastSystem. Nevertheless, in keeping with good
laboratory practise, we advice you to take the following precautions
when dealing with the instrument.
1. Regularly check all insulation cables, take care not to damage
the units, especially the separation compartments lid.
Note: For full safety it is important that the lid is not
tampered with.
2. Ensure that the mains cables are plugged into fully grounded
mains outlets.
3. Allow only authorized service representatives to service or work
on the electrical circuitry of PhastSystem.
4. Avoid spilling buffers or other conduction liquids onto the
instrument.
5. Allow the ventilation slots (situated at the rear of PhastSystem)
to have free access to a good flow of air.