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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read all the information in this manual before using the Prime.

WARNING

HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DANGEROUS: they can cause serious burns to operators and ignite

combustible material. Users should be aware of the following potential hazards:

• USE CARE AND WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES TO PROTECT HANDS

• DO NOT use combustible substances near hot objects

• DO NOT operate the instrument in the vicinity of inflammable liquids or gases

• DO NOT place any liquid directly into the instrument.

OPERATOR SAFETY

All operators of Techne equipment must have available the relevant literature needed to ensure their

safety. It is important that only suitably trained personnel operate this equipment, in accordance with

the instructions contained in this manual and with general safety standards and procedures. If the

equipment is used in a manner not specified by Bibby Scientific Ltd. the protection provided by the

equipment to the operator may be impaired.

All Techne instruments are designed to conform to international safety requirements and are fitted

with an over-temperature cut-out. If a safety problem should be encountered, switch off the unit at the

mains socket and remove the plug from the electricity supply.

INSTALLATION

The instrument should be carried using both hands. Never move or carry the instrument when in use

or connected to the mains electricity supply.

1. All Techne instruments are supplied with a power cable; this may be integral or plug-in.

2. Before connecting the instrument to the mains electricity supply, check the voltage

against the rating plate (located on the back of the unit). Please note that the unit

must be earthed to ensure proper electrical safety. Connect the mains cable to a

suitable plug according to the table below.

Connections 220/240V, 50/60Hz 110V/120V, 50/60Hz

Live Brown Black

Neutral Blue White

Earth Green/yellow Green

3. UK ONLY: The fused plug supplied with the mains cable is fitted with a 5 amp fuse to protect the

instrument and the operator.

4. The units are rated to operate at 100-240V, 50/60Hz.

5. Place the unit on a suitable flat bench or in a fume cupboard if required, ensuring that the air inlet

vents on the underside are free from obstruction.

6. Plug the mains cable into the socket on the back of the instrument.

7. Switch on the instrument using the switch located on the back of the unit.

Replacement cable

Should the mains lead need replacement, a cable of 1mm

of harmonized code H05VV-F connected

to an IEC320 plug should be used. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

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