Bio-Rad Whole Gel Eluter and Mini Whole Gel Eluter - Manual (Page 4)

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1.3 Safety
Power to the Whole Gel Eluter is to be supplied by an external DC power supply. This
power supply must be ground isolated in such a way that its DC voltage output floats with
respect to ground. The recommended power supply for this instrument is the PowerPac 300.
The maximum specified operating parameters are:
Whole Gel Eluter Mini-Whole Gel Eluter
300 VDC 200 VDC
15 W 10 W
The lid assembly provides a safety interlock for the unit. Current flow to the cell is bro-
ken when the lid assembly is removed. Do not attempt to circumvent this safety interlock and
always turn off and disconnect the power supply when working with the cell.
The recommended power supplies are ground isolated by design to minimize potential
shock hazard. However, working around high voltage equipment in a laboratory environment
is potentially dangerous. It is the user’s responsibility to always exercise care in setting up
and running electrophoresis instruments. Always turn off the power supply before removing
the lid. Do not attempt to use the cell without the safety lid.
Important:
This Bio-Rad product is designed and certified to meet EN61010-1 safety standards.
Certified products are safe to use when operated in accordance with the instruction manual.
This instrument should not be modified or altered in any way. Alteration of this instrument
will:
• Void the manufacturer’s warranty
• Void the EN61010-1 certification, and
• Create a potential safety hazard
Bio-Rad is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by use of this instrument for
purposes other than those for which it is intended or by modifications of the instrument not
performed by Bio-Rad or an authorized agent.
This product conforms to the class A standards for Electromagnetic Emissions, intended
for laboratory equipment applications. It is possible that emissions from this product may
interfere with some sensitive appliances when placed nearby or on the same circuit as those
appliances. The user should be aware of this potential and take appropriate measures to avoid
interference.
* EN61010-1 is an internationally accepted electrical safety standard for laboratory instruments.
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