2 .3
Significance of these
Instructions
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can have
serious consequences, e .g . exposure of individuals to
electrical, mechanical, or chemical hazards .
Before working with the device: Read the instructions
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carefully and completely .
If these instructions are lost, request a replacement or
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download the latest version from the Sartorius website
(www .sartorius .com) .
Ensure that the information contained in these
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instructions is available to all individuals working on
the device .
2 .4
Proper Working Order of the
Device
A damaged device or worn parts may lead to
malfunctions or cause hazards which are difficult to
recognize .
Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect
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working order .
In the event of damage to the housing, disconnect the
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device from the power supply and prevent it from
being restarted .
Do not open the device housing . Have any
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malfunctions or damage repaired immediately by
Sartorius Service .
Comply with the maintenance intervals (for intervals
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and maintenance work, see Chapter "9 . 1 Removing
the Weighing Pan and Associated Components",
page 34) .
2 .5
Symbols on the Device
All symbols appearing on the device, such as warnings
and safety labels, must be legible .
Do not conceal, remove, or modify the symbols .
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Replace the symbols if they become illegible .
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2 .6
Electrical Equipment
2 .6 . 1
Damage to the Electrical Equipment of
the Device
Damage to the device's electrical equipment, e .g .
damaged insulation, can be life-threatening . There is a
danger to life from contact with live parts .
If the electrical equipment of the device is defective,
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cut off the power supply and contact Sartorius Service .
Keep live parts away from moisture . Moisture can
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cause short circuits .
2 .6 .2
Working on the Device's Electrical
Equipment
Only Sartorius Service personnel may work on or modify
the electrical equipment of the device . The device may
only be opened by Sartorius Service personnel .
2 .6 .3
Power Supply Unit and Power Supply
Cable
Serious injury can result, e .g . from electric shocks, if an
unsuitable/inadequately dimensioned power cord or
unsuitable power supply unit is used .
Only use the original power supply unit and original
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power supply cable .
If the power supply unit or power supply cable must be
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replaced: Contact Sartorius Service . Do not repair or
modify the power supply unit or power cable .
2 .7
Conduct in an Emergency
If there is immediate danger of personal injury or
equipment damage, e .g ., due to malfunctions or
dangerous situations, the device must be immediately
taken out of operation .
Disconnect the device from the power supply .
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Malfunctions should be remedied by Sartorius Service .
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2 .8
Accessories and Spare Parts
The use of unsuitable accessories and spare parts can
affect the functionality and safety of the device and have
the following consequences:
− Risk of injury to persons
− Damage to the device
− Device malfunctions
− Device failure
Only use approved accessories and spare parts
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supplied by Sartorius .
Only use accessories and spare parts that are in proper
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working order .
2 .9
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment protects against risks
arising from the material being processed .
If the workplace or the process in which the device is
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being used requires personal protective equipment:
Wear personal protective equipment .
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