Leica Biosystems EG1150 H - Manual (Page 8)

8 Instructions for Use V 2.5 RevF – 09/2014
2. Safety
Warnings – Safety notes on the instrument itself
Safety instructions - transport and installation
2.2 Warnings
The safety devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for
accident prevention. Operating the instrument safely is, above all, the responsibility of the owner,
as well as the designated personnel who operate, service or repair the instrument.
To ensure trouble-free operation of the instrument, make sure to comply with the following
instructions and warnings.
Safety notes on the instrument itself, which are marked with a warning triangle, indicate that
the correct operating instructions (as defined in these Instructions for Use) must be followed
when operating or replacing the item marked. Nonobservance can cause accidents, injuries
and/or damage to the instrument/accessories.
Certain surfaces of the instrument are hot during operation under normal conditions.
They are marked with this warning sign. Touching these surfaces can cause burns.
• After unpacking the instrument it may only be transported in an upright position.
• Place the instrument on a laboratory table and adjust it to a horizontal position.
• The instrument must not be exposed to direct sunlight (window)!
• Plug the instrument only into a grounded power socket. The protective effect may not be
eliminated by an extension cable without a protective grounding conductor.
• The instrument automatically recognizes the applied voltage/frequency.
• The installation location must be well-ventilated; there should be no ignition sources there
of any kind.
• The instrument may not be operated in hazardous locations.
• Extreme temperature fluctuations between storage facility and setup site as well as high
humidity may cause condensation to form. In this case, wait at least two hours before
switching on.