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Important safety information

Warnings and precautions

The instrument can be used safely, if the following is ensured: The instrument is installed correctly. The
instrument is only operated by professional laboratory personnel. General safety practices are followed. All
instructions in this user manual are followed.
The guidelines in this section explain the potential risk associated with operating this instrument and provide
important supplemental safety information to minimize the risks. Follow the instructions carefully to protect
yourself, others, and the equipment from potential hazards and create a safe work environment. Use this
instrument only as specified by the manufacturer to avoid damage of equipment and injury to personnel.
Always follow local working area safety instructions and laboratory policies as well as standards for health,
safety and prevention of accidents. Contact the local authorities governing electrical power supply, building
constructions, maintenance, or safety for more information about the safe installation and operation of the
instrument.

Hazard levels

Signal words are used to warn against hazardous situations and property damages. The following signal words
are used in this user manual.
or WARNING! indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death.
or CAUTION! indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. It is also used
to warn against unsafe practices.
or NOTICE indicates a situation that can damage the instrument, but does not result in injury.

Safety symbols

The following symbols are used to highlight conditions that could cause injury to personnel.
Safety alert. Risk of danger. The documentation needs to be consulted in all cases where this safety alert
symbol is used on the instrument, in order to find out the nature of the potential hazard and any actions that
have to be taken.
Risk of electric shock.
Hazardous optical radiation.
Hazardous laser radiation.
Biohazard. Risk of contamination if potentially dangerous biological material is used.
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