Important User Information - GE AKTA avant Operating Instructions Manual

1 Introduction

1.2 Important user information

1.2 Important user information
Read this before operating the
product
All users must read the entire Operating Instructions before installing, operating or
maintaining the product.
Always keep the Operating Instructions at hand when operating the product.
Do not operate the product in any other way than described in the user documentation.
If you do, you may be exposed to hazards that can lead to personal injury and you may
cause damage to the equipment.
Intended use of the product
ÄKTA avant is a liquid chromatography system intended for method and process devel-
opment in purification of biomolecules. The system can be used to screen for optimal
choice of columns, media and running parameters to purify selected proteins.
The ÄKTA avant system is intended for research use only, and shall not be used in any
clinical procedures, or for diagnostic procedures.
Prerequisites
In order to follow this manual and use the system in the manner it is intended, it is im-
portant that:
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You have a general understanding of how the computer and Microsoft® Windows®
work.
You understand the concepts of liquid chromatography.
You have read and understood the Safety instructions chapter in this manual.
A user account has been created according to the UNICORN™ Administration and
Technical Manual.
ÄKTA avant Operating Instructions 29101556 AB