Leica Biosystems ST4020 - Manual (Page 8)

8 Instructions for Use V1.1, RevB – 10/2012
2. Safety
Hazards – safety regulations on the instrument itself
Warning labels on the instrument marked with a warning triangle indicate that the cor-
rect operating instructions (as defined in this Instructions for Use) must be followed when
operating or replacing the item marked. Failure to adhere to these instructions may result
in an accident, personal injury, damage to the instrument or accessory equipment.
Warnings – Handling reagents
Take care when handling solvents!
Always wear rubber gloves and safety goggles when handling the chemicals used in this
instrument.
The reagents used can be both toxic and/or flammable.
When disposing of spent reagents, observe the applicable local regulations and the
waste disposal regulations of the company/institution in which the instrument is being
operated.
Do not smoke near the stainer or the reagents.
The stainer should be operated under an extractor hood.
Hazards – transport and installation
Once unpacked, the instrument may be transported only in an upright position.
Place the instrument on a laboratory bench and align it horizontally.
The instrument must not be placed in direct sunlight (e.g., next to a window). Avoid
impacts, bright direct light, and excessive temperature fluctuations.
Only connect the instrument to a grounded power socket. The protective effect may not
be eliminated by an extension cable without a protective grounding conductor.
The instrument will automatically detect the voltage/frequency of the power source.
The installation location must be well ventilated, and must contain no sources of ignition
of any kind. The chemicals used in the Leica ST4020 are easily inflammable and hazard-
ous to health.
Do not operate the instrument in rooms with explosion hazard.
Condensation water may form in the instrument, if there is an extreme difference in tem-
perature between the warehouse and the installation site and if air humidity is high at the
same time. In this case, a two-hour waiting period must be maintained before switching
on the instrument.