tecan MIO2, Operating Manual

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MIO2 Operating Manual, 394934, en, V3.0

2 - Safety

General Safety Information

2.2 General Safety Information

WARNING

MIO2 is designed and built in accordance with the present state-of-the-art 
technology and the recognized technical safety regulations. Nevertheless, risks to 
users, property and the environment can arise if the MIO2 is used without due 
care and attention.
The safety of all users and personnel depends on the strict observation of these 
safety instructions and awareness of the safety-related warnings provided in this 
manual.

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Please pay great attention to the following general safety information.

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This manual must always be available to all persons performing the tasks 
described herein.

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Legal regulations, such as local, state and federal laws concerning the use or 
application, as well as the handling, of dangerous materials in connection with 
the MIO2 must be strictly followed.

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The operating company is responsible for defining instructions in accordance 
with company procedures and local legal requirements. The instructions 
provided by the operating company must be strictly observed.

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Observe the correct environmental conditions for storage and operation.

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Structural changes to the safety devices are forbidden.

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Damaged safety devices must be replaced immediately as described in this 
manual.

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The MIO2 must not be modified in any way without prior consultation and 
written approval of Tecan. Authorized modifications to the system may only be 
performed by an FSE certified for the repair and upgrading of the MIO2.
Tecan will reject any claim resulting from unauthorized modifications.

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Fire hazard caused by the improper use of the MIO2. The MIO2 should not be 
installed in locations where there is a hazard of explosion.

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Chemical, biological, and radioactive hazards can be associated with the

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substances used or the samples and reagents processed with the MIO2 (e.g., 
during loading and unloading). The same applies to waste disposal.
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Always be aware of possible hazards associated with these substances.

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Use appropriate protective clothing, safety goggles and gloves.

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The handling of substances and the disposal of waste may be subject to 
local, state, or federal law, or to regulations with regard to health, 
environment, or safety. Strictly observe the corresponding provisions.

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Any contamination must be dealt with immediately as described in this 
manual.

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The user is responsible for ensuring that the MIO2 is always operated under 
proper conditions, and that maintenance, service, and repair tasks are 
performed with care, on schedule, and only by authorized personnel.

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Risk of incorrect measuring results. After system care or maintenance has 
been performed, operation must only be resumed after the correct system 
operating conditions have been verified.

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Always use recommended consumables and original spare parts for 
maintenance and repair to assure good system performance and reliability.

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Observe all safety instructions of the instrument the MIO2 is used on.

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Maximum microplate fill levels are microplate specific and need to be 
validated.