Miltenyi Biotec MultiMACS Cell24 Separator Plus User Manual page 12

The following safety label is attached to the type label of the MultiMACS Cell24 Separator.
General safety instructions
If the instrument is not working properly and/or the displayed instructions or messages advise you to contact
technical support, safe operation of the instrument is not longer possible. Immediately switch off and unplug
the instrument from the power outlet and contact an authorized Miltenyi Biotec service provider or Miltenyi
Biotec Technical Support.
Electricity and fire hazards
Potential risks arising from electrical devices include electric shock, short, and overheating.
Electric shock may lead to severe personal injury or death. An electric short and overheating
may lead to the spread of fire. Electronic equipment might emit sparks, which could ignite combustible
vapors or material resulting in explosion or fire. Do not use the instrument in areas classified as hazardous
locations; for example, in oxygen-laden environments.
The housing of the instrument is designed to reduce the risks of electric shock, electric short, and spread of fire.
Do not remove or penetrate any cover. Only authorized personnel must remove the other covers of the
instrument. Never push an foreign object through an opening into the instrument. Do not use the instrument if
it has been opened or disassembled,
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it has been dropped or damaged,
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it has damaged or broken parts,
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it has a damaged power cable,
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an object has been entered through the ventilation slots,
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an object has been dropped into the instrument.
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If flames or smoke appear, immediately switch off the power supply, unplug the instrument from the electrical
outlet, and contact an authorized Miltenyi Biotec service provider or Miltenyi Biotec Technical Support.
The instrument is intended for indoor use only.
shorts, electric shock, or fire. Take special care while handling liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the
interior of the instrument. Protect the instrument against accidental spillages and splashes. Clean up spillages
immediately. Do not operate the instrument if liquids have spilled into the instrument. Do not use the
instrument in a wet and damp location. Avoid areas with high humidity or condensation. Moving the
instrument from a cold environment – such as a cold room at 5 °C – to room temperature may cause
condensation inside the instrument. In such cases, wait for the instrument to dehumidify before operating it.
Unplug the instrument from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaning agents;
always use a damp cloth.
Ensure adequate air circulation in the room when the instrument is operated. In the absence of adequate
circulation, ambient air may not cool the instrument to acceptable operating temperatures. Allow sufficient air
circulation around the instrument – at least 15 cm on all sides – during operation to ensure adequate cooling.
Do not place the instrument near radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including amplifiers) that
generate heat. Protect the instrument from direct sunlight. Do not cover the slots and openings of the
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WARNING! Avoid serious injury. Read and understand operating instructions
before installation or use. If manual is missing, obtain replacement from
Miltenyi Biotec.
If fluids enter the instrument, it may lead to electric