Safety information
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User Manual Micro-GC
Varian, Inc.
5. Before plugging the instrument in or turning the power on, always make sure that
the voltage and fuses are set appropriately for your local power source.
6. Do not turn on the instrument if there is a possibility of any kind of electrical damage.
Instead, disconnect the power cord and contact your Varian office.
7. The supplied power cord must be inserted into a power outlet with a protective earth
ground connection. When using an extension cord, make sure that the cord is also
properly grounded.
8. Do not change the external or internal grounding connections as this could
endanger you and/or damage the instrument.
9. The instrument is properly grounded when shipped. You do not need to make any
changes to the electrical connections or to the instrument chassis to ensure safe
operation.
10. When working with this instrument, follow the regulations for GLP (Good Laboratory
Practice). Take care to wear safety glasses and appropriate clothing.
11. Do not place containers with flammable liquids on this instrument. Spillage of the
liquid over hot parts may cause fire.
12. This instrument may use flammable or explosive gases e.g. hydrogen under
pressure. Be sure to be familiar with and to follow accurately the operation
procedures prescribed for those gases before operating the instrument.
13. Never try to repair or replace any component that is not described in this manual
without the assistance of a Varian service engineer. Unauthorized repairs or
modifications will result in rejection of warranty claims.
14. Always disconnect the AC power cord before attempting any type of maintenance.
15. Use proper tools when working on the instrument to prevent danger for you and/or
damage to the instrument.
16. The customer should not attempt to replace battery(s) or fuse(s) in this instrument
other then specified in the manual.
17. Damage can result if the instrument is stored under unfavorable conditions for
prolonged periods (e.g., subject to heat, water, etc.).
18. Do not shut off column flow when the oven temperature is high this may damage
the column.
19. This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety
standards and designed for use indoors.
20. If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
21. Substituting parts or performing any unauthorized modification to the instrument
may result in a safety hazard.
22. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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