Hach-Lange DR 6000 User Manual - Manual (Page 13)

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General information
Follow the following safety information, in addition to any local
guidelines in force.
Safety information for the correct use of the instrument:
• Do not operate the instrument in hospitals or comparable
establishments in the vicinity of medical equipment, such as
pace makers or hearing aids.
• Do not operate the instrument near highly flammable
substances, such as fuels, highly combustible chemicals and
explosives.
• Do not operate the device near combustible gases, vapors or
dust.
• Do not vibrate or jolt the instrument.
• The instrument can cause interference in immediate
proximity to televisions, radios and computers.
• Do not open the instrument.
• Guarantee is voided if the instrument is not used in
accordance with the guidelines present in this document.
2.1.4 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 Product overview
The DR 6000 is a UV-VIS-spectrophotometer with a wavelength
range of 190 to 1100 nm. The visible spectrum (320 to 1100 nm)
is covered by a halogen lamp and a deuterium lamp produces the
light in the ultraviolet spectrum (190 to 360 nm).
The instrument is supplied with a complete range of application
programs and supports several languages.
The DR 6000 spectrophotometer contains the following programs
and operating modes:
• Stored programs (pre-installed tests)
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.