2.1
Safety precautions
Introduction
The Amersham Imager 600 instrument is powered by mains voltage, may be equipped
with a UV light source, and is used to capture images of samples that may be hazardous.
Before installing, operating or maintaining the instrument, you must be aware of the
hazards described in the user documentation. Follow the instructions provided to avoid
personal injury or damage to the instrument.
General precautions
WARNING
Do not operate Amersham Imager 600 in any other way than de-
scribed in the User Manual.
WARNING
Use of this equipment in other ways than those specified in the
user documentation may result in physical damage because of
exposure to irradiated light or electric shock or injury from touching
an operating part.
WARNING
Do not use the instrument if smoke, atypical noises or odors can
be perceived, or if the instrument becomes unusually hot as this
may result in fire or electric shock.
Stop using the instrument immediately, turn off the power switch,
and unplug the instrument from the power outlet. Contact your
local GE representative to request repair.
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2.1 Safety precautions
