User manual

Safety Information
BioRobot EZ1 DSP Workstation User Manual 02/2007 1-3
WARNING
Electrical hazard [W2]
Any interruption of the protective conductor
(earth/ground lead) inside or outside the instrument or
disconnection of the protective conductor terminal is
likely to make the instrument dangerous.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Lethal voltages inside the instrument
When the instrument is connected to line power,
terminals may be live, and opening covers or removing
parts is likely to expose live parts.
When working with the BioRobot EZ1 DSP:
 Make sure the line power cord is connected to a line
power outlet that has a protective conductor (earth/
ground).
 Do not attempt to make any internal adjustments or
replacements.
 Do not operate the instrument with any covers or parts
removed.
 If water or reagent has spilled inside the instrument,
switch off the instrument and disconnect it from the line
power supply. Call QIAGEN Technical Services.
 Servicing should be carried out only by QIAGEN
Instrument Service Specialists.
 If the instrument becomes electrically unsafe for use,
make the instrument inoperative and secure it against
unauthorized or unintentional operation. Call QIAGEN
Technical Services.
The instrument is likely to be electrically unsafe when:
 It shows visible damage
 The line power cord shows signs of damage
 It has been stored under unfavorable conditions for a
prolonged period
 It has been subjected to severe transport stresses
WARNING
Risk of electric shock [W3]
Do not touch the BioRobot EZ1 DSP with wet hands.