European Union and European Economic Area ................40 8.3.3 Eurasian Economic Union Евразийский экономический союз ....................41 8.3.4 Regulations for North America ....................... 43 8.3.5 Regulatory statements ..........................44 8.3.6 Declaration of Hazardous Substances (DoHS) ................45 Index ........................... 47 Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Introduction About this chapter This chapter contains important user information, and a general description of the Amersham™ ERASER and its intended use. In this chapter Section See page Important user information About this manual Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Intended use The Amersham ERASER is used for erasing storage phosphor screens. The Amersham ERASER is intended for research use only, and shall not be used in any clinical procedures or for diagnostic purposes. Prerequisites In order to operate the Amersham ERASER in the way it is intended, the following prerequisites must be fulfilled: •...
Notes and tips Note: A note is used to indicate information that is important for trouble-free and optimal use of the product. Tip: A tip contains useful information that can improve or optimize your proce- dures. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
See page Safety precautions Labels Emergency procedure Important WARNING Before installing, operating or maintaining the product, all users must read and understand the entire contents of this chapter to become aware of the hazards involved. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
2.1 Safety precautions Safety precautions Introduction The Amersham ERASER is powered by mains voltage. Before installing, operating or maintaining this equipment, you must be aware of the hazards described in this manual. Follow the instructions provided to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
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The power cord with plug must always be easy to disconnect. WARNING Disconnect power. Always disconnect power from the instru- ment before performing any maintenance task. WARNING Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the instrument. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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The AC outlet requires grounding according to the electrical facility engineering standards. CAUTION Install the Amersham ERASER in a location where it will not come into contact with water or chemicals. CAUTION When moving the instrument do not hold the tray, it may open and cause injury.
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This can result in fire or electric shock. Stop using the equip- ment immediately, turn off the power switch and unplug the equip- ment from the power outlet. Contact your Cytiva representative to request repair. CAUTION Do not place heavy objects on the instrument, these may fall off and cause injury.
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Do not lean on the tray, it might cause breakage to the instrument, or the instrument may tip over and cause injury. CAUTION Do not insert hands into the product while the tray is open. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Labels on the rear side On the rear side of the Amersham ERASER are two labels attached describing the equipment specifications as well as precautions necessary to safely use the Amersham ERASER.
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CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) indicates that this product complies with the Canadian standard ICES-003 concerning technical requirements relative to radio noise generated by Information Technology Equipment. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
The power cord with plug must always be easy to disconnect. Emergency shutdown Follow the instructions below in an emergency situation: Step Action Turn off the power switch. Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
3 Product description Product description About this chapter This chapter contains important user information, and a general description of the Amersham ERASER and its intended use. Amersham ERASER front view Part Function Tray Panel with LED indicators Amersham ERASER tray open...
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3 Product description Amersham ERASER rear view Part Function Power switch Toggle switch: 1: Power ON 2: Power OFF Power cable connector System label Label Vent holes Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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3 Product description Amersham ERASER panel Start and set eraser time on the panel of Amersham ERASER. The table below shows the symbols on the display and their meaning. Symbol Indi- Description cator/ Button White Standby (power on). Blue Run (erasing).
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3 Product description Accessories The following items are included with the delivery of Amersham ERASER. Part Description Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions AC power cord for North America AC power cord for Europe Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
CAUTION Install the Amersham ERASER in a location where it will not come into contact with water or chemicals. CAUTION When moving the instrument do not hold the tray, it may open and cause injury.
Line voltage: 100-240 V AC ±10% Power: 100 W Frequency: 50/60 Hz Ambient temperature 18°C to 28°C (with temperature fluctua- tion below 10ºC per hour or lower) Placement Stable laboratory bench Humidity 20% to 70% RH (no dew condensation) Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
4 Installation 4.2 Transport Transport The Amersham ERASER weighs approximately 10 kg. Follow the instructions before moving the instrument: Step Action Turn off the instrument. Disconnect the power cord. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
4 Installation 4.3 Unpacking Unpacking Check the equipment for any apparent damage before installing. If the Amersham ERASER is damaged, document any damage carefully and contact your Cytiva representative. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
4 Installation 4.4 Connections Connections Connect the Amersham ERASER power cord to a grounded power outlet. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Blockage of the vents can result in over- heating of the equipment and malfunction. Four rubber feet are attached to the bottom surface. Set the Amersham ERASER so that all four rubber feet are on the stable laboratory bench.
5 Operation Operation About this chapter This chapter provides information regarding installation of Amersham ERASER. In this chapter Section See page Erase a storage phosphor screen Erasure time guidelines Precautions WARNING If liquid is spilled on the instrument, the electrical power supply must be disconnected immediately.
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When opening or closing the tray, make sure that no objects or body parts are caught in the tray when closing. CAUTION Do not lean on the tray, it might cause breakage to the instrument, or the instrument may tip over and cause injury. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Erase a storage phosphor screen Start Amersham ERASER Step Action Turn on the power switch. The indicator lights up and Amersham ERASER enters standby mode. Erase a storage phosphor screen Follow the procedure below to erase a storage phosphor screen. Step Action Insert your fingers in the slot under the instrument.
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5.1 Erase a storage phosphor screen Step Action Pull out the tray. Fit the phosphor screen onto the tray. Check that the exposure surface faces up on the phosphor screen. Push the tray back to its original position. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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5 Operation 5.1 Erase a storage phosphor screen Step Action Press the (RUN) button to set erasure time and start erasing. See Amersham ERASER panel, on page Result: The erasing starts. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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If the tray is withdrawn during erasing, erasing will be canceled at that point. Step Action Pull out the tray. Remove the phosphor screen by inserting your hand into the front opening in the middle, as shown below. The tray is empty. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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5 Operation 5.1 Erase a storage phosphor screen Step Action Return the tray to its original position. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Erase the storage phosphor screen just before exposure. Even though the storage phosphor screen was once erased completely, after the elapse of a certain period of time, the background noise will increase. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
6 Maintenance Maintenance About this chapter This chapter provides instructions for routine maintenance of the Amersham ERASER. Precautions WARNING Disconnect power. Always disconnect power from the instru- ment before performing any maintenance task. WARNING Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the instrument.
Contact your Cytiva representative. The Amersham ERASER does not Turn off the power switch immediately and power up even after the power unplug the equipment from the power outlet. cable is connected correctly. Contact your Cytiva representative. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
8 Reference information Reference information About this chapter This chapter contains technical data, regulatory and other information. In this chapter Section See page Specifications Recycling Regulatory information Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Not above 2000 m Site requirement Indoor use only Ingression protection IP 21 Acoustic noise level < 60 dB A Pollution degree Transportation/storage condi- Temperature: -20°C to 70°C tions Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (no dew condensation) Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed as unsorted munic- ipal waste and must be collected separately. Please contact an authorized representa- tive of the manufacturer for information concerning the decommissioning of the equipment. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Section See page 8.3.1 Contact information 8.3.2 European Union and European Economic Area 8.3.3 Eurasian Economic Union Евразийский экономический союз 8.3.4 Regulations for North America 8.3.5 Regulatory statements 8.3.6 Declaration of Hazardous Substances (DoHS) Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
The table below summarizes the required manufacturing information. Requirement Information Name and address of manufacturer Cytiva Sweden AB Björkgatan 30 SE 751 84 Uppsala Sweden Telephone number of manufacturer + 46 771 400 600 Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
• used according to the Operating Instructions or user manuals, and • used in the same state as it was delivered, except for alterations described in the Operating Instructions or user manuals. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
импортере В следующей таблице приводится сводная информация о производителе и импортере, согласно требованиям Технических регламентов Таможенного союза и (или) Евразийского экономического союза. Требование Информация Информацию об изготовлении Наименование, адрес и номер См. телефона производителя Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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Member States of the Customs Union of the Eurasian Economic Union Данный знак о Евразийском соответствии указывает, что изделие одобрено для использования на рынках государств-членов Таможенного союза Евразийского экономического союза Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Note: The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cytiva could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
When used in a residential environment, there is a concern of radio interference. 주의사항 A급 기기 (업무용 방송통신 기자재) 이 기기는 업무용환경에서 사용할 목적으로 적합성평가를 받 은 기기 로서 가정용 환경에서 사용하는 경우 전파간섭의 우려가 있습 니다. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
Periodic replacement of those consumables or parts to maintain the declared EFUP shall be done in accordance with the Product Maintenance Procedures. This product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, and must be collected sepa- rately and handled properly after decommissioning. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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Indicates that this hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in GB/T 26572 • Data listed in the table represents best information available at the time of publication. Amersham ERASER Operating Instructions 29187307 AC...
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