Leica THERMOBRITE ELITE User Manual page 17

Place the unit on a stable and level surface free of vibration. Failure to do so may cause injury to a user or
malfunction of the unit.
Do NOT place the unit where it may be affected by chemicals, corrosive gases or electronic noise. Doing so
may cause injury or malfunction of the unit.
Do NOT place the unit where it may be affected by water, direct sunlight or draft. This may cause damage to
the unit. Select a room to set up the unit where the temperature can be controlled between 15°C (59°F) and
35°C (95°F), and relative humidity non-condensing in a range of 80% maximum for a temperature <31°C
(88°F) and 50% maximum for a temperature range of 31°C -35°C (88°F - 95°F).
Do NOT install the system during lightning activity. For protection during lightning storms and power surges,
contact your facility's electrical department.
For added protection of the unit during lightning and power surges, always unplug the power cable. If the
instrument is not used for a long period of time, unplug the power cable.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any panel unless under the direction of qualified
personnel.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use an extension cable, receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be inserted completely with three-wire grounding type to prevent blade exposure.
Do NOT block any ventilation openings. Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating of the instrument or
improper temperature control.
Do NOT use expired reagents. These consumables should be used within their expiry date.
Fan blades do NOT stop immediately when the lid is open during operation. DO NOT touch the fan blades
when the fan is running.
For continued protection against risk of fire and hazard, replace only with the same type and rating fuse.
Equipment requires connection to protective earth ground for safety reasons.
ThermoBrite Elite User Manual
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