1.1 Important user informationRead this before using TyphoonFLA 7000All users must read this entire manual to fully understand the safe use of Typhoon FLA7000.Intended useTyphoon FLA 7000 is a fast laser scanner optimized for quantitative phosphorimaging,Amersham ECL Plex™ Western blots, visible fluorescence and gel documentation.Typhoon FLA 7000 is intended for research use only, and shall not be used in any clinicalprocedures, or for diagnostic purposes.Safety noticesThis user documentation contains safety notices (WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE)concerning the safe use of the product. See definitions below.WARNINGWARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury. It is important not to proceeduntil all stated conditions are met and clearly understood.CAUTIONCAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in minor or moderate injury. It is important not to pro-ceed until all stated conditions are met and clearly understood.NOTICENOTICE indicates instructions that must be followed to avoiddamage to the product or other equipment.Getting Started with Typhoon FLA 7000 28-9607-64 AD 51 Introduction1.1 Important user information