Important Information; Symbols; Warnings And Precautions; General Precautions - Merck RCS High Flow Touch Bedienungsanleitung

Important Information

IMPORTANT
The RCS ® High Flow Touch Microbial Air Sampler
is not intended for medical diagnostic or thera­
peutic use.
I. Symbols
Caution! Documentation needs to be consulted!
WARNING
A hazard exists if the operation instructions are
not followed.
II. Warnings and Precautions
®
The RCS High Flow Touch Microbial Air Sampler
employs state-of-the-art technology. It is a micro-
chip-controlled device designed for collection of
ambient air employing the Centrifugal Impaction
Principle according to Reuter (Reuter Centrifugal
Sampler, RCS ® ). The RCS ® High Flow Touch Micro bial
Air Sampler is designed to operate safely when
used by trained personnel according to the general
safety practices and the instructions set forth in
this user manual. The guidelines in this section
explain the potential risks associated with the op-
eration of the instrument and provide safety infor-
mation in order to minimize these risks. By carefully
following the instructions, you can protect yourself
and the equipment from potential hazard and
create a safe work environment. If this instrument
is used in a manner not specified by the manufac-
turer safety risks may increase.
IMPORTANT
Please read and follow all operation instructions
in this user manual and pay attention to all
warnings displayed on the instrument. Retain this
user manual and any other safety and operating
instructions provided with the instrument in a
place accessible to all users for future reference.
IMPORTANT
The RCS ® High Flow Touch Microbial Air Sampler
is intended for indoor use for example, in con­
trolled and non­controlled production areas.
Do not use the instrument in areas classified as
hazardous locations where a fire and/or explosion
hazard may exist (e.g. flammable gasses or vapors,
flammable liquids, or combustible dust).
IMPORTANT
Contact your local authority governing electrical
power supply, building constructions, mainte­
nance, or safety for more information regarding
the safe installation of the equipment. If you
have a serious concern regarding the safe use of
your RCS ® High Flow Touch Microbial Air Sampler
please contact your authorized Customer Service
of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany (referred
to as "Merck").
II.1 General Precautions
To reduce the potential risks associated with oper-
®
ating the RCS High Flow Touch Microbial Air Sam-
pler please note this general precaution. Failure to
observe these precautions may result in fire, bodily
harm and/or damage of the instrument.
Electrical shock
WARNING
Electrical devices pose a risk of an electric shock.
To reduce the risk of an electric shock, do not
open the device, or any other electrical accessory
hardware supplied by Merck. Any cover of the
device and accessory hardware are to be removed
by authorized personnel only. Special care must
be taken while handling fluids. Prior to cleaning
and disinfection procedures disconnect the in­
strument and electrical accessory hardware from
any electrical supply. Do not allow fluids to enter
the interior of the device.
WARNING
A potential risk exists if an opened or damaged
device is used, if liquids are spilled into the
instrument or other electrical hardware, or if an
object has entered the instrument through any
openings.
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