Bio-Rad Personal Molecular Imager™ (PMI™) System - Manual (Page 5)

Section 1
General Information
1.1 About this Manual
This manual provides instructions for installing, operating and maintaining the Personal
Molecular Imager (PMI) system. This manual uses certain conventions to facilitate
understanding of the text material and to assist operators in using the PMI system.
Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Notes, cautions and warnings are used to highlight certain operating procedures and
recommendations.
A note indicates a special procedure, an exception to normal operation or something else
of specific interest to the reader. Notes are preceded by the word “Note” in italics.
A caution precedes an operational step that could damage the instrument or destroy data
unless the operator takes certain precautions. Cautions are located in the main text, are
preceded by a Caution: statement and are accompanied by a caution symbol in the left
margin.
A warning precedes an operating procedure that could cause injury to the operator if not
followed correctly. Warnings are located in the main text, are preceded by a Warning:
statement and are accompanied by a warning symbol in the left margin.
1.2 Safety Information
Your safety and the safety of others is very important to us. To help you make informed
decisions about safety, we have provided comprehensive operating procedures and safety
information in this manual and on labels affixed to instrumentation. This information will
alert you to any potential hazards.
1.2.1 General Cautions
Caution: Always install the scan head locking screw before moving the PMI and avoid
subjecting the PMI system to vibration (see section 3.2.2).
Caution: After transport, always remove the scan head locking screw before supplying
power to the PMI scanner (see section 3.2.2).
Caution: Other than emission filter wheel access port, do not remove instrument covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified Bio-Rad personnel
or their agents. If you experience technical difficulties with the instrument, contact Bio-Rad
to schedule a service appointment.
Caution: The instrument should not be modified or altered in any way other than moving
or changing emission filters. Alteration of this instrument voids the manufacturer's warranty
and may create a potential safety hazard for the user.
Caution: Bio-Rad is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by the use of this
instrument for purposes other than that for which it is intended or by the modification of this
instrument when not performed by qualified Bio-Rad personnel or an authorized agent.
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