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Chemical hazards
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Compatible chemicals
G5562A, G5563A Bravo Platform Safety and Installation Guide
The Bravo head z-axis motor is particularly powerful. It might not stop immediately in
a collision and a pipette tip could pierce your hand. Keep away from the Bravo
Platform when the Bravo head is moving or about to move, especially in the z-axis
direction.
When you initialize the Bravo Platform, the head and tie bar can move. To prevent
injury, keep clear of the device while it is in motion.
Connecting the Bravo Platform to a company or general network can potentially
cause injury. Remote computer operators might accidentally initiate an operation
that causes the robot to move unexpectedly, possibly injuring nearby lab personnel.
Avoid connecting the Bravo Platform to a company or general network. Ensure that
anyone with access to the Bravo Platform is trained in the potential hazards and how
to avoid them.
Chemical Hazard: A Bravo head collision could cause a reservoir or wash station to
splash, resulting in potential injury. A collision can be caused by protocol errors,
operator errors, or faulty labware. To avoid potential injury, always wear appropriate
protection, including eye protection, lab coat, and gloves, when working with
chemicals. Before handling any chemicals, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) provided by the manufacturer and observe all relevant precautions.
The Automation Solutions product surfaces are designed to be compatible with small
volumes of aqueous solutions, common biological buffers, solvents, and common
reducing agents.
The following chemicals were tested for brief exposures outside the liquid-handling
channels:
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Water (deionized, ultrapure type 1)
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Dimethyl sulfoxide (100%)
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Strong acid, such as hydrochloric acid (100 mM HCl) pH 2-3
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Strong base (HPO
or sodium hydroxide, 100 mM) pH 12-13
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Ethanol (95% alcohol)
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Isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol)
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Methanol (95% alcohol)
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Acetonitrile (100%)
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Chloroform (100%)
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Hydrogen peroxide (35%)
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Tetrahydrofuran
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Dichlormethane
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