Dangerous Contaminants; Using Liquid Nitrogen; Using Corrosives And Solvents - Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS10 Using Manual

Dangerous contaminants

Biohazards or radioactive materials and infectious agents:
Instruments, accessories, components or other associated materials may not be returned to
us or other accessory manufacturers if they are contaminated with biohazard or radioactive
materials, infectious agents, or any other materials and/or conditions that could constitute a
health or injury hazard to employees. Contact us if you have questions about decontamination
requirements.

Using liquid nitrogen

Some detectors must be cooled with liquid nitrogen before use. The following symbols remind
you to wear protective clothing when using liquid nitrogen.
Warning: Liquid nitrogen is extremely cold and therefore potentially hazardous. When
filling the detector dewar, be careful not to contact the liquid nitrogen with your skin. Wear
protective gloves and splash-proof goggles and follow standard laboratory safety practices.
Warning: To avoid hazardous equipment damage or contact with liquid nitrogen, make
sure any dewar or container you use to hold liquid nitrogen can do so safely without breaking.

Using corrosives and solvents

Caustic or corrosive agents:
Instrument components may be degraded by exposure to caustic or corrosive agents or their
vapors. Materials such as hydrochloric acid and hydrofluoric acid are particularly corrosive and
may accelerate the degradation of the metallic components in your instrument. Damage can
also occur if the concentration level of corrosive gasses in the air is excessively high due to
improper sampling techniques.
To maintain the instrument in safe working condition, do not use caustic agents, such as
acetone or chlorinated solvents, when cleaning or operating your instrument. Damage to the
instrument caused by the use of caustic agents is not covered by the warranty.
Volatile solvents:
You can use your instrument to analyze samples dissolved in solvents, but you must follow the
guidelines listed below. These measures will help prolong the life of your instrument and will
eliminate the possibility of spectral interference caused by volatile solvent vapors.
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