Leica ASP300 instruction manual Safety, Warnings

2.Safety

2.2 Warnings

The safety devices installed in this instrument by the manufacturer only constitute the basis for accident prevention.

Primarily responsible for accident-free operation is above all the institution which owns the instrument and, in addition, the designated personnel who operates, services or repairs the instrument.

To ensure trouble-free operation of the instrument, make sure to comply with the following instructions and warnings.

Transport and installation

Warnings and instructions on transport and installation of the instrument can be found on a separate information sheet attached to the outside of the instrument’s shipping crate.

Warnings - reagent handling

To avoid damage to the instrument, only use the reagents listed in chapter 3.5!

When handling reagents, follow the instructions of the manufacturer and make sure all laboratory regulations in force in your country are complied with.

Dispose of waste solvents with care according to local regulations and the waste manage- ment policy of the company or institution.

Use caution when handling hot, molten paraffin.

Do not touch paraffin stations and retort walls – they can be very hot.

Do not clean the reagent bottles in an automatic dishwasher.

Material safety data sheets can be obtained from the supplier of the chemicals. They are also available on the Internet:

http://www.msdsonline.com

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