Liquids inside the instrument
Liquids inside the instrument can cause short circuits.
• Do not allow liquids to enter the inside of the instrument.
• Do not use or clean the instrument without sealing the USB connection
with the blind plug.
• Use only small amounts of cleaning agents on a soft cloth to wipe the
instrument. Do not spray or pour liquid cleaning agents onto or into the
instrument.
• Protect the external power supply against spilled liquids.
• Clean up spilled liquids immediately.
• Do not use the instrument if liquids have entered the inside of it.
• Do not use the external power supply if liquids have entered it.
Humid and dusty environments
Humidity, condensation, or dust inside the instrument can cause short circuits.
• Do not use or clean the instrument without sealing the USB connection
with the blind plug.
Biological hazards
BIOLOGICAL HAZARD
Contamination or infection may lead to severe personal injury or
death, depending on the used material.
Biological material
All biological material must be considered potentially infectious.
• Follow local working area safety instructions and laboratory policies and
standards for health, safety, and prevention of accidents.
• Wear personal protective equipment (such as gloves, safety glasses, etc.) as
indicated in the documentation for the particular substance.
• Decontaminate the instrument after processing hazardous or potentially
infectious material.
• If hazardous or potentially infectious material has been spilled or leaked
from the system, decontaminate the affected area.
• Use a disinfectant or cleaning agent that is appropriate for the specific
pathogen or substance.
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