Instruction manual

Page 4 Leica EM CPD030 Operating Manual 09/09
2. Safety
Warning!
The EM CPD030 critical point dryer can be operated simply and safely, if the
system is operated according to the operating manual. Hazards can however
be caused by the system, if safety notes are not observed.
2.1 Safety concept of Leica Mikrosysteme GmbH
The EM CPD030 critical point dryer has only few operational hazards and can
be operated simply and safely by every trained user. Poorly instructed users
however may cause damage and may even incur injuries through improper
use.
As a result of a hazard analysis a safety concept has been established which shall
protect the user of the EM CPD030 from hazards and incorrect use.
The specimen pressure chamber is secured with a bursting membrane against
exceeding the permissible working pressure of 150 bar.
For safe operation it is absolutely necessary to set up and connect the device
according to the instructions in Chapter 3 and 4.
Besides the implementation of protective measures the core points of this concept
regulate authorization for use of the EM CPD030 critical point dryer and the
responsibility of the individual users. Read the summary of these points in the
following chapters.
Purpose of use of the EM CPD030 critical point dryer
The use in accordance with regulations of the EM CPD030 critical point dryer
consists of critical point drying of biological or industrial samples with minimal
deformation of the specimens.
Typical areas of application are:
Small biological or industrial samples for subsequent SEM analysis
Any other application without written approval of the manufacturer shall constitute a
violation. The manufacturer refuses to take any responsibility for damage caused
thereby.