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Appendix F Safety
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Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
Laser safety
WARNING! LASER HAZARD. Under normal operating conditions, the SeqStudio
Genetic Analyzer is categorized as a Class 1 laser product. However, removing the protective covers
and (when applicable) defeating the interlock(s) may result in exposure to the internal Class 3B laser.
Lasers can burn the retina, causing permanent blind spots. To ensure safe laser operation, observe
the following precautions:
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Never look directly into the laser beam.
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Do not remove safety labels, instrument protective panels, or defeat safety interlocks.
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The system must be installed and maintained by a Thermo Fisher Scientific Technical
Representative.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those provided in this
guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
·
Remove jewelry and other items that can reflect a laser beam into your eyes or those of others
·
Wear proper eye protection and post a laser warning sign at the entrance to the laboratory if the
laser protection is defeated for servicing
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DO NOT operate the laser when it cannot be cooled by its cooling fan; an overheated laser can
cause severe burns on contact.
The following table lists laser safety symbols and alerts that may be present on the instrument.
DANGER! Class 3B visible and/or invisible laser radiation is present when open and interlocks
defeated. Avoid exposure to beam.
DANGER ! Rayonnement laser visible ou invisible de classe 3B présent en position ouverte et
avec les dispositifs de sécurité non enclenchés. Éviter toute exposition au faisceau.
Safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
The instrument design and manufacture complies with the following standards and requirements for
safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
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