Bio-Rad Bio-Plex Pro™ Wash Stations - Manual (Page 73)

Troubleshooting and Error Messages
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10. If returning the wash station to Bio-Rad for servicing, contact your local Bio-
Rad service office to obtain the appropriate documents. Failure to do so may
result in significant delays.
Disposal of Instrument
This chapter gives instructions on how to lawfully dispose of waste material
accumulating in connection with the instrument.
Caution
Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
ATTENTION
European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE) has disposal rules which attempt to avoid negative
environmental impacts associated with the treatment of electrical and
electronic equipment waste.
Do not treat electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted municipal
waste.
Collect waste from electrical and electronic equipment separately.
Disposal of Operating Material
WARNING
Chemical and Biological hazards can be associated with the waste
material (Microplate) of processes run on the Instrument.
Treat the used Microplate, Waste Bottle, Prime tray on the Plate carrier,
disposables and all substances used, in accordance with good
laboratory practice guidelines.
Inquire about appropriate collecting points and approved methods of
disposal in your country, state, or region.
Disposal of the Instrument
Please contact your local service representative before disposing of the instrument.
Caution
Always disinfect the instrument before disposal.
Pollution degree 2 (IEC/EN 61010-1)
Method of Disposal Contaminated Waste