Martin Christ RVC 2-33 CDplus - Manual (Page 17)

RVC 2-33 CD &
Safety
Version 01/2009, Rev. 1.21 of 25/11/2013 - sb 17
Translation of the original operating manual
Ensure that all repairs are performed only by authorised and
specialised personnel (see 7.2 "Service Contact").
3.6.3 Fire Prevention
Fuses protect certain electrical circuits within the rotational vacuum
concentrator against over-current conditions.
Always use fuses with the same type and rating specified.
Do not evaporate explosive or inflammable substances.
Do not use the rotational vacuum concentrator within hazardous
locations.
3.6.4 Thermal Safety
During the evaporation process, the housing, the lid and the interior of
the rotational vacuum concentrator can reach surface temperatures of
more than +50°C.
Open and close the lid at the heat-insulated handle!
Ensure that no limbs come into contact with hot unit parts or
accessories. Danger of burns!
Wear heat-resistant gloves when inserting or removing the rotors.
3.6.5 Chemical and Biological Safety
If pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples are intended to be
evaporated, it is in the responsibility of the user to ensure that all
necessary safety regulations, guidelines, precautions, and practices
are adhered to accordingly.
Infectious, toxic, pathogenic, and radioactive substances must be
evaporated in suitable rotors and vessels. Take suitable
precautions for your own safety if there is a risk of toxic,
radioactive, or pathogenic contamination.
Corrosive products (especially substances containing acides)
cannot be dried without special protective measures and devices
such as, for example, a cooling trap for protection of the vacuum
pump. Contact the manufacturer (see 7.2 "Service Contact").
Special caution is necessary when using azides as a dangerous
explosive develops with copper or nonferrous material! It is
absolutely necessary to contact the manufacturer! (see 7.2
"Service Contact").
Keep informed about local measures to avoid harmful emissions
(depending on the substances to be evaporated).
Protective clothing is not required for the operation of the
rotational vacuum concentrator. The materials to be dried may,
however, require special safety measures (e.g. evaporation of
infectious, toxic, radioactive, or pathogenic substances).