Instruction Manual |
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Overview
The Labnet AccuSeal™ semi-automated plate sealer is used for heat sealing of a wide variety of microplates to store samples, prevent
evaporation, and minimize contamination.
It thermally bond seals and foils to a wide variety of microtiter, cell culture, PCR, and deep well plates. The digital temperature and
timer control allows user selection of parameters for combinations of plates and seals.
A plate sensing system allows the plate sealer to provide uniform force, transferring heat evenly to the sealing surface whether using
shallow PCR plates or deep well plates.
1.2 Symbols and Conventions
CAUTION:
This symbol refers you to important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions within
the product Instruction Manual. Failure to heed this information may present a risk of damage or injury to
persons or equipment.
CAUTION:
To avoid accidental bodily harming or burning be very careful touching the metal parts of the unit.
It can be very hot after it is used at high temperatures. Allow the metal parts to cool down before handling.
1.3 Safety Information
This instruction manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions which must be read, understood, and followed by
the product user. Failure to use this product according to this instruction manual may degrade or defeat the protection normally provided
by this product. Read this instruction manual prior to product use.
Personal Injury
Do not use this product in a manner other than as stated in the Operating Conditions section of this
manual as the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
This product is designed for use in laboratory environments by persons knowledgeable in safe laboratory
practices.
Always wear safety glasses and other appropriate protective equipment when operating this product.
Electric Shock
This product must be connected to a grounded power outlet for safe functioning.
Use only the power cord supplied with the product.
The power cord is the device available for full disconnect from mains input.
Position the product for use so that the power cord can be easily disconnected without having to move the
product.
Disconnect the power cord before moving or cleaning the unit.
Product Damage
Keep the product dry and clean.
Do not immerse the product in liquid for cleaning.
These units are not explosion- or spark-proof.
Do not operate this product near volatile or flammable materials.
