Hach-Lange LICO 690 User Manual - Manual (Page 10)

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General Information
2.1.2 Safety around source lamps
The source lamp is operated at high temperatures.
To prevent electric shock, disconnect the instrument from the
power source before replacing the lamp.
2.1.3 Chemical and biological safety
Normal operation of this device may require the use of chemicals
or samples that are biologically unsafe.
• Observe all cautionary information printed on the original
solution containers and safety data sheets prior to their use.
• Dispose of all consumed solutions in accordance with the
local and national regulations and laws.
• Select the type of protective equipment suitable to the
concentration and quantity of the dangerous material being
used.
2.2 Overview of product
The LICO 690 and LICO 620 instruments are VIS
spectral-photometers with wavelength ranges from 320 to
1100 nm. The instruments can perform a precise colorimetric
analysis in accordance with ISO/ASTM standards with a single
measurement and display the result in the form of classic color
systems such as iodine, Hazen or Gardner color values. The
instruments support multiple languages.
The LICO 690 is supplied with 26 color value calculations, while
the LICO 620 is supplied with five color value calculations (Iodine
color, Hazen color, Gardner color, Saybolt color and ASTM D
1500 color numbers).
WA R N I N G
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to
misapplication or misuse of this product including, without limitation,
direct, incidental and consequential damages, and totally excludes
such damages as permitted under applicable laws.
The user is solely responsible to identify critical application risks and
install appropriate mechanisms to protect processes during a possible
equipment malfunction.
C A U T I O N
Burn hazard. Allow the lamp(s) to cool for at least 30 minutes before
maintaining/replacing them.
D A N G E R
Potential danger with contact with chemical/biological substances.
Working with chemical samples, standards and reagents can be
dangerous.
Make yourself familiar with the necessary safety procedures and the
correct handling of the chemicals before use and read and follow all
relevant safety data sheets.