Bürkle QuickPicker V4A Instructions D'emploi page 4

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General safety requirements
` ` Read these directions for use carefully before using.
` ` Keep these directions for use where they will be
accessible for all users.
` ` Failure to comply with the directions for use shall
render all warranty conditions null and void and
may lead to personal injury and material damage.
` ` The instrument must only be used by qualified
skilled employees.
Safety instructions before using
` ` Follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety
instructions of the medium you are sampling.
` ` Do not fill the instrument with potentially explosive
substances.
` ` The instrument must only be used within the
confines of applicable material resistance and for its
designated purpose. Any other type of use will affect
the warranty/guarantee.
` ` When sampling hazardous substances, follow the
technical rules on hazardous substances (in accordance
with TRGS – (German) Technical Rules on Hazardous
Substances) and wear appropriate protective equipment.
WARNING!
Damage to the respiratory tract and other organs
due to escaping media.
` ` When sampling hazardous substances, follow the
safety data sheet of the medium to be sampled.
` ` Wear the appropriate protective clothing.
NOTE!
Before using, the instrument has to be cleaned to
the extent of your (validated) cleaning process.
` ` Measures of manual cleaning have to be carried
out in the cleaning/desinfection area and under
consideration of occupational health and safety.
` ` Pay attention to the material resistance.
Layout and function
The instrument is used for removing pourable powders
and granulates. It is made of stainless steel and polypro-
pylene (PP). The provided sampling bottles are made of
polyethylene (LDPE). The instrument is maintenance-free
and suitable for steam sterilisation (up to 121°C).
Parts in contact with medium
` ` Stainless steel 1.4404/AISI 316 L
` ` Polypropylene (PP)
` ` Polyethylene (LDPE)
Scope of delivery
1 x QuickPicker
2 x Sampling bottle (LDPE, 250 ml)
1 x Cleaning brush
1 x Directions for use
` ` Check delivery for completeness and transport damage.
` ` Point out any damage in the packaging to the
freight forwarder/supplier immediately.
Safe sampling
CAUTION!
Openings with sharp edges on the instrument.
Danger of cutting.
` ` Keep hands well away from openings with sharp edges.
1. Screw the sampling bottle  onto the thread of the
sampler .
2. Pierce the instrument into the powder/granulate up
to the desired depth.
WARNING!
The container can be weakened and may break by
plunging into it.
` ` Do not plunge the instrument into a pressurized
container.
NOTE!
The instrument is designed for manual operation.
` ` Do not hammer the instrument into the con-
tainer by using a hammer.
3. The instrument is filled with the sample.
4. The sample is emptied through the open end into
the sampling bottle.
5. Remove the instrument from the powder/granulate.
6. Seal the puncture at the container.
7. Clean the instrument. Unscrew the tip and use the
provided cleaning brushes for the inside of the tube.
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