Safety - BRAND accu-jet S Operating Manual

2 Safety

2 Safety
Please read carefully!
The instrument accu-jet® S can be used in combination with hazardous
materials, work processes and equipment. However, the operating man-
ual cannot cover all of the safety issues that may occur in doing so. It is
the user's responsibility to ensure compliance with the safety and health
regulations and to specify the corresponding restrictions before use.
1. Every user must read and understand this operating manual before
operation.
2. Follow the general hazard instructions and safety regulations (e.g.,
wear protective clothing, eye protection, and protective gloves).
3. Observe all specifications provided by reagent manufacturers.
4. Do not operate the instrument in potentially explosive atmospheres
and do not pipette highly flammable media.
5. Use the instrument only for pipetting liquids and only within the de-
fined limits of use. Comply with the operating exclusions; see Oper-
ating exclusions, p. 45 ! If in doubt, contact the manufacturer or
supplier.
6. Always perform work in a manner that does not endanger yourself or
other people. Avoid splattering. Only use suitable vessels.
7. Never use force.
8. Use only original accessories and replacement parts. Do not make
any technical modifications. Do not dismantle the instrument any
further than is described in the operating manual!
9. Always check that the instrument is in proper working condition be-
fore use. If an instrument fault is signaled, stop pipetting immedi-
ately and follow the instructions in the section Störung - Was tun?.
Contact the manufacturer, if necessary.
10. Use only the original power adapter to charge the nickel-metal hy-
dride battery.
11. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers.
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