Lonza PyroTec PRO Hardware User Manual page 15

Though the safety concept assumes that the safety panel is always closed during nor-
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mal operation, it is necessary to have access to the elements in the working area be-
hind the safety panel for setup, maintenance and troubleshooting purposes.
• Always be aware of the mechanical hazards.
• Wear laboratory apparel, rubber gloves, safety goggles, etc. as appropriate.
If the system is leaking, unsafe operating conditions and incorrect measuring may re-
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sult
Electromagnetic RF waves from a cellular phone may affect the function of the liquid
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detection.
Parts of the pipetting head are moved with great force.
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• Regarding all hazards (referring to the listed hazards earlier in this section) pay atten-
tion to the following:
Chemical, biological, and radioactive hazards can be associated with the substances
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used or the samples and reagents processed with the PyroTec™ PRO (e.g., during load-
ing and unloading). The same applies to waste disposal.
PyroTec™ PRO Hardw are User's Manual, V1.2
o Equipment should be connected to a grounded power source using an ap-
proved power cord with grounding conductor.
o Do not remove covers and other parts protecting from electricity.
o Always keep the areas of electric parts, such as power supply plug, mains
switch, etc., dry.
o If liquid is dripping from the tips or other parts of the liquid system, the
PyroTec™ PRO must not be operated any more.
o Operation may only be resumed if the necessary maintenance or repair work
has been performed and the proper condition of the system has been verified.
o Faulty detection of the liquid surface may be the consequence, which causes
the system to produce incorrect results.
o Keep a distance of at least 2 m from the instrument when using a cellular
phone
o Injuries (piercing and crushing) are possible when you reach into the working
area of the pipetting head.
o Make sure that all safety covers are in place before starting the instrument.
o Do not reach into the working area of the instrument
o Prior to using hazardous materials, perform a risk assessment.
o Consider specific workplace conditions, such as temperature, air ventilation,
and electrostatic discharge.
o Make sure that the risk is acceptable prior to use of the instrument.
o Do not place devices emitting electromagnetic fields close to the instrument.
o Do not connect devices that may interfere with the supply grid to the same
power line as the instrument.
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