Nippon Genetics Europe FastGene User manual

FastGene®White Light Transilluminator
Cat.No.: FG-07CE
2017 August / Rev. 03

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CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION…………………………………………………………….......2
WARRANTY................................................................................................................ 2
REGULATORY NOTICE…………………………..........................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................3
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS.........................................................................................4
USING THE TRANSILLUMINATOR............................................................................4
CONTACT INFORMATION..........................................................................................4
GENERAL INFORMATION
This FastGene®White Light Transilluminator is suitable for research use only. It must be
used by specialized personnel that know the health risks associated with light irradiation and
with the bio-samples that are normally used with this instrument. Human naked eyes with
long time irradiation of white light may have the probability of suffering from retina diseases.
WARRANTY
The FastGene®White Light Transilluminator is warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship for 1 year. If any defects occur in the instrument or accessories during this
warranty period, Nippon Genetics Europe will repair or replace the defective parts at its
discretion without charge. The following defects, however, are specifically excluded:
1. Defects caused by improper operation.
2. Repair or modification done by anyone other than Nippon Genetics Europe.
3. Damage caused by substituting alternative parts.
4. Use of fittings or spare parts supplied by anyone other than Nippon Genetics Europe.
5. Damage caused by accident or misuse.
6. Damage caused by disaster.
7. Corrosion caused by improper solvent or sample.
For any inquiry or request for repair service, contact Nippon Genetics Europe or your local
distributor.

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REGULATORY NOTICE
IMPORTANT: This Nippon Genetics Europe instrument is designed and certified to meet
safety standards and EMC regulations. Certified products are safe to use when operated in
accordance with the instruction manual. This instrument should not be modified or altered in
any way. Alteration of this instrument will:
1. Void the manufacturer’s warranty
2. Void the safety and EMC certification
3. Create a potential safety hazard
Nippon Genetics Europe is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by the use of
this instrument for purposes other than those for which it is intended, or by modifications of
the instrument not performed by Nippon Genetics Europe or an authorized agent.
SPECIFICATIONS
FastGene®White Light
Transilluminator
FG-07
Dimensions
300 mm x 380 mm x 8 mm
Viewing Surface
320 mm x 240 mm
Wavelength
White LED
LED Lifetime
50,000 hours
Power
5 V USB Adapter
Weight
1 kg
INSTALLATION
Carefully unpack the FastGene®White Light Transilluminator as follows:
1. First remove the bubble material at the top.
2. Place it on a stable, horizontal surface.
3. Plug the power adaptor with the FastGene®White Light Transilluminator and turn on the
illuminator.
Installation with a standard documentation system (e.g. FastGene®GelPic System): This
instrument has been designed to work with standard documentation systems. In this case
follow the instructions included in the standard documentation system manual or any other
instrument that will be released in the future.

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Plug FastGene®White Light Transilluminator on an electric line with ground connection.
• The instrument is equipped with thermal protection to prevent overheating.
• Do not pour liquids directly on the FastGene®White Light Transilluminator.
• Switch off the instrument immediately after its use.
• Position the transilluminator to prevent harm to nearby operators.
• When using the transilluminator with samples stained with specific dyes, decontaminate
the transilluminator surface with a light decontaminant. Denatured alcohol can be also used.
Always wear disposable gloves.
USING THE TRANSILLUMINATOR
Place gel/sample on the transparent support area. It is recommended that gloves be worn
to prevent skin contact with gel and staining agents. Press the ON/OFF button until the
desired light intensity is achieved. After viewing the sample, turn the transilluminator off by
pressing the ON/Off button.
CONTACT INFORMATION
EUROPE
Nippon Genetics Europe GmbH
Mariaweilerstraße 28-30
D-52349 Düren
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
For more detailed product information, contact details, questions, or trouble shooting
please visit our English website www.nippongenetics.eu or our German website
www.nippongenetics.de
FastGene®is a registered trademark of Nippon Genetics Europe GmbH