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Chapter 1: Safety Considerations
Your eQCM 15M is supplied in a safe condition. This chapter of the eQCM 15M Operator's Manual contains
some information and warnings that you must follow to insure continued safe operation of the eQCM 15M.
Inspection
When you receive your eQCM 15M Electrochemical Quartz Crystal Microbalance, inspect it for evidence of
shipping damage. If you note any damage, please notify Gamry Instruments Inc. and the shipping carrier
immediately. Save the shipping container for possible inspection by the carrier.
Warning:
damaged apparatus until a qualified service technician has verified its safety. Tag a damaged eQCM 15M to
indicate that it could be a safety hazard.
Product Safety
The eQCM 15M has been designed, tested, and certified to meet the requirements of EN 61010, Safety
requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. As defined in this standard,
it is a Category I apparatus, designed for connection to circuits other than the power mains.
The instrument contains no internal circuitry that is at "hazardous live" voltages as defined in EN 61010 (the
standard mentioned above).
The eQCM 15M requires a minimum voltage of 5 V for operation.
The provided USB-A to USB-C cable is specified for a higher current rating (max. 2 A) to ensure that the
eQCM 15M is provided with enough power.
Warning:
cables may alter the performance and/or safety characteristics of the eQCM 15M.
Grounding in the eQCM 15M
A Chassis Ground binding post on the rear panel of the eQCM 15M is provided for a connection to earth
ground. Simply run a wire from this binding post to a suitable source of earth ground. A black 1.2-m wire is
provided to ease this connection.
Safety Considerations
An eQCM 15M damaged in shipment can be a safety hazard. Do not operate
Use only Gamry-approved USB-A to USB-C cables with your eQCM 15M. Other
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