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Safety Symbols
Sections marked with safety symbols contain information for optimal operation of the
Panther System. Attention to these advisories prevents harm to operators, damage to
the system, and compromised test results.
Note—Important details of the processes performed by Panther System
operators.
Caution—Caution indicates the possibility of 1) instrument damage or data
loss if instructions are not followed, or 2) compromising of sample(s) integrity
due to cross-contamination or improper volume verification.
Warning—A hazard or operational warning. Not following the specified
directions or guidelines could result in harm to the operator, damage to
the equipment, or compromised test results. Indicates the possibility of
severe personal injury or loss of life if the instructions are not followed.
Electrical Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in
electric shock.
Hot Surface Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in
exposure to surfaces that could potentially burn the operator.
Biohazard Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in
exposure to biohazardous material.
Corrosive Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in
exposure to a corrosive liquid or substance.
Pinch-Point Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in
exposure to mechanical pinch-point hazard.
Laser Warning—An instruction that, if not followed, can result in eye
damage.
Additional symbols may be used with assay reagents and fluids. These symbols will
be explained in individual packaging.
Terminology
Special Terminology
The following special terminology is used in this manual:
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