Actilino
Important Information
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11.5 Handling the Actilino
The Actilino's Braille modules utilize the highly reliable and maintenance-free piezo
technology. If handled properly, you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation.
Always operate your Actilino at normal room temperature and protect it from humidity. Avoid
exposing the Actilino to extreme changes in temperature.
Always transport your Actilino in the included carrying case which provides impact
protection. We recommend to unplug the keyboard during transportation to avoid damaging
the cable.
Do not drop your Actilino and avoid exposing the device to strong vibrations.
Please keep the included lithium ion battery away from open fires and corrosive liquids and
do not damage or burn it. Damaged lithium ion batteries have to be disposed in appropriate
containers immediately.
Your Actilino will reward you if you take care to operate it with clean hands because
otherwise the tactile pins can become sticky and may release only if prodded.
Please ensure that no liquids enter the Braille display. The Braille elements are especially
sensitive to humidity, because humidity could destroy the high-voltage piezo elements.
We recommend covering the Braille display whenever it is turned off to prevent unnecessary
intrusion of dust.
Clean your Actilino with a damp cloth. Do not use any cleaners. The Braille elements must
be cleaned with a dry, lint free cloth only.
The Braille elements should be cleaned and serviced thoroughly every two years under
average operating conditions. In general, during the service of the Braille elements all tactile
pins and caps will be replaced and all input elements checked. An endurance test will then
be performed. Help Tech can provide you with a replacement device for the time, while your
Actilino is being serviced.
11.6 Warranty
If you open the Actilino
’s housing, which is sealed, within the warranty period, the warranty
becomes void. The same applies to improper handling or use.
In the unlikely event that your Actilino does become defective, our repair service will be
available to you.
11.7 Technical Support
Your Actilino is a highly complex product. Although the Actilino has been optimized to be as
easy to use and as self-explanatory as possible, errors in understanding or operation may
occur, which may impede your use of the device.
