General Safety

  Do not modify this instrument without the authorization of a Micromeritics service personnel.
 

Use caution in the areas where this symbol is displayed on the instrument — such as near the heating stations. These surfaces may be hot and could cause serious burns. Use the gloves supplied in the accessories kit.

Any piece of laboratory equipment can become dangerous to personnel when improperly operated or poorly maintained. All employees operating and maintaining Micromeritics instruments should be familiar with its operation and should be thoroughly trained and instructed on safety.

  • Read the operator manual for any special operational instructions for the instrument.
  • Know how the instrument functions and understand the operating processes.
 
  • Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment when operating this instrument — such as eye protection, lab coat, protective gloves, etc.
  • When lifting or relocating the instrument, use proper lifting and transporting devices for heavy instruments. Ensure that sufficient personnel are available to assist in moving the instrument. The Smart VacPrep weighs approximately 32 kg (70 lb).

  • Always pay attention to the safety instructions provided on each label affixed to the instrument and do not alter or remove the labels. When inspecting the instrument, ensure that the safety labels have not become worn or damaged.
  • The Smart VacPrep has a safety shield. Ensure it is in place when operating the instrument.
  • Proper maintenance is critical to personnel safety and smooth instrument operation and performance. Instruments require regular maintenance to help promote safety, provide an optimum end test result, and to prevent costly down time. Failure to practice proper maintenance procedures can lead to unsafe conditions and shorten the life of the instrument.
  • Improper handling, disposing of, or transporting potentially hazardous materials can cause serious bodily harm or damage to the instrument. Always refer to the MSDS when handling hazardous materials. Safe operation and handling of the instrument, supplies, and accessories is the responsibility of the operator.

Intended Use

The Smart VacPrep degasser is an advanced six-port system that utilizes vacuum to prepare samples by heating and evacuation. Each of the ports may be operated independently. Samples may be added or removed from degas ports without disturbing the treatment of other samples undergoing preparation. Degassing automatically terminates when the samples have completed all programmed steps.

 

The instrument is intended to be operated by trained personnel familiar with the proper operation of the equipment recommended by the manufacturer and as well as relevant hazards involved and prevention methods. Other than what is described in this manual, all use is seen as unintended use and can cause a safety hazard.

  The instrument is intended to be used as per applicable local and national regulations.

Training

It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that all personnel operating or maintaining the equipment participate in training and instruction sessions. All personnel operating, inspecting, servicing, or cleaning this instrument must be properly trained in operation and machine safety before operating this instrument.

Environmentally Friendly Use Period

Hazardous Substances Table
Part Name

Hazardous Substances

Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent
Chromium (Cr (VI))
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
Cover o o o o o o
Power
Supplies
x o o o o o
Printed
Circuit Boards
x o o o o o
Cables, Connectors & Transducers x o o o o o
o Hazardous substance is below the specified limits as described in SJ/T11363-2006.
x Hazardous substance is above the specified limits as described in SJ/T11363-2006.
The Environmentally Friendly Use Period (EFUP) for all enclosed products and their parts are per the symbol shown here unless otherwise marked. Certain parts may have a different EFUP (for example, battery modules) and are marked to reflect such. The Environmentally Friendly Use Period is valid only when the product is operated under the conditions defined in the product manual.