Metrohm 817 Bioscan - Manual (Page 18)

1 Introduction
817 Bioscan
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1.4 Safety notes
1.4.1 Electrical safety
While electrical safety in the handling of the 817 Bioscan is assured in
the context of the specifications EN61010-1 / IEC61010-1, the following
points should be noted:
• Mains connection
Setting of the mains voltage, checking the mains fuse and the
mains connection must be effected in accordance with the instruc-
tions in section 2.4.
• Opening the 817 Bioscan
If the 817 Bioscan is connected to the power supply, the instrument
must not be opened (apart from the front door) nor must parts be
removed from it, otherwise there is a danger of coming into contact
with components which are live. Hence, always disconnect the
instrument from all voltage sources before you open it and ensure that
the mains cable is disconnected from mains connection
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• Protection against static charges
Electronic components are sensitive to static charging and can be
destroyed by discharges. Before you touch any of the components
inside the 817 Bioscan, you should earth yourself and any tools you
are using by touching an earthed object (e.g. housing of the instru-
ment or a radiator) to eliminate any static charges which exist.
1.4.2 General precautionary rules
• Handling of solvents
Check all lines of the IC system periodically for possible leaks. Follow
the relevant instructions regarding the handling of flammable and/or
toxic solvents and their disposal.
• Never block drain opening for spilled liquids
On the bottom of the interior directly below the front door there is a
drain opening
1. Spilled liquids can flow directly to the outlet 13 on
the back. Due to safety consideration, take care that these openings
may never be blocked.