Symbols - Thermo Scientific HM340E Operation Manual

Symbols

The following symbols and conventions may be used throughout this document and on the instrument:
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a document, to indicate that instructions must
be followed for safe and correct operation. If this symbol appears on the instrument, always
refer to the operator guide.
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a document, to indicate that there are potential
biological risks associated with the instrument and / or instrument use. Always use Good
Laboratory Practice.
Cold surface, if necessary, use gloves
Cutting hazard, sharp edges, watch your fingers.
This symbol is used on the instrument, or in a document, to indicate that irritants or
potentially harmful chemicals are present. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets for the
products, and always use Good Laboratory Practice.
Separate taking back of electrical and electronic instruments in the countries of the European
Union:
This is to be applied in the countries of the European Union and other European countries
with a separate collecting system within the waste management. This product, being an
electro and/or electronic instrument, must be treated separately within the waste
management process (WEEE).
Manufacturer.
Serial number of the device. It is stated on the product label sticker.
It is built up as follows: SYYMMXXXX
S=Production site, Y=Year, M=Month, X= Counter
So the serial number states the production date of the device
A warning is given in the documentation if there is a danger of personal injury or damage to the
equipment or samples.
Note
Notes give additional information about a job or instruction, but do not form part of the instruction.
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