Safety Instructions; Intended Use; Personnel Qualification; Significance Of These Instructions - Sartorius Gold & Carat II Series Operating Instructions Manual

Safety Instructions

Figures on the Operating Display
The figures on the operating display of the device may
deviate from those in these instructions.
2 Safety Instructions
2.1

Intended Use

The device is a high-resolution balance, which can be
used indoors, e.g. in industrial areas. The device was de-
veloped for the accurate determination of the mass of
materials in liquid, paste, powder, or solid form.
Appropriate containers must be used for loading each
type of material.
The device is exclusively designed for use according to
these instructions. Any further use beyond this is consid-
ered improper.
If the device is not used properly: the protective systems
of the device may be impaired. This can lead to unfore-
seeable personal injury or property damage.
Operating Conditions for the Device
Do not use the device in potentially explosive environ-
ments. The device may only be used indoors.
The device may only be used with the equipment and
under the operating conditions described in the Techni-
cal Data section of these instructions.
Modifications to the Device
You may not modify or repair the device or make any
technical changes. Any retrofitting or technical changes
to the device are only permitted with prior written per-
mission from Sartorius.
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2.2

Personnel Qualification

If people who do not have sufficient knowledge on the
safe handling of the device carry out work on the device:
Those people may injure themselves or other people
nearby.
Ensure that all individuals working on the device
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possess the necessary knowledge and qualifications
(description see Chapter "1.3 Target Groups",
page 5).
If a particular qualification is indicated for the actions
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described: Have these activities carried out by the
required target group.
If no particular qualification is indicated for the
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actions described: Have these activities carried out
by the "user" target group.
2.3 Significance of these
Instructions
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can have
serious consequences, e.g. exposure of individuals to
electrical, mechanical, or chemical hazards.
Before working with the device: Read the instruc-
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tions carefully and completely.
If these instructions are lost, request a replacement
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or download the latest version from the Sartorius
website (www.sartorius.com).
Ensure that the information contained in these in-
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structions is available to all individuals working on
the device.
2.4

Functionality of the Device

A damaged device or worn parts may lead to malfunc-
tions or cause hazards which are difficult to recognize.
Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect
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working order.
In the event of damage to the housing, disconnect
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the device from the power supply and prevent it from
being restarted.
Do not open the device housing. Have any
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malfunctions or damage repaired immediately by
Sartorius Service.
Comply with the maintenance intervals (for intervals
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and maintenance work, see Chapter "9.4 Mainte-
nance Schedule", page 31).