General - Hitachi CHROMASTER 5160 Instruction Manual

1. GENERAL

Ignition of Flammable Chemicals
• This instrument is not explosion-proof. In unattended
operation, do not use organic solvents having an ignition
point below 70 °C.
• Beware of ignition hazard when using flammable
chemicals such as organic solvents.
(a) Do not bring a heat or flame source near the
instrument.
(b) Well-ventilate the laboratory room where the
instrument is used.
(c) Always check the following conditions. If an
abnormality is found, stop operation immediately.
◇ Leakage of solvent or waste solution.
◇ Leakage of solvent inside the instrument.
• When using flammable chemicals, be careful about
possible ignition due to static electricity. To prevent the
build-up of static electricity, use a conductive container
for waste solution and provide proper grounding
connection to it.
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