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5.3.1 Electromagnetic compatibility
Although the appliance fulfills the requirements of the
relevant regulations, Hilti cannot rule out the possibili-
ty that:
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Other equipment (e.g. airborne navigation systems,
medical equipment) will be disturbed by the PS 200
or
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That this disturbance will lead to a malfunction of the
PS 200. In such cases or in case of any uncertainty,
control measurements must be carried out.
5.4 General safety measures
5.4.1 Mechanical
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Check the appliance for possible faults before use.
In case of a fault, have the appliance repaired by Hilti
Service.
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If the appliance is dropped or subjected to an impact,
its accuracy must be subsequently checked.
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Check the accuracy of the appliance each time before
use.
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When moving the appliance between temperature
extremes, allow it to become acclimatize to the new
temperature before use.
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Even though the appliance is protected against the
ingress of moisture, always wipe it dry before storing
it in the toolbox.
5.4.2 Electrical
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Avoid shorting the battery terminals. Such electrical
shorting can cause fire.
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Ensure that the exterior surfaces of the battery are
clean and dry before connecting it to the charger.
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Use only the battery specified in these operating
instructions.
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Ensure that the battery is safely disposed of at the end
of its life.
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When transporting the appliance or storing it for a
longer period of time, remove the battery. Before
reusing it, inspect the battery for any signs of leak-
age or damage.
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To avoid environmental pollution, the battery must be
disposed of in accordance with country-specific reg-
ulations. In case of doubt, contact Hilti.
5.4.3 Liquids
-WARNING-
A corrosive liquid can leak from defective batteries.
Avoid contact with this liquid. Should the liquid come
into contact with the skin, wash the area affected liber-
ally with soap and water. In case of contact with the
eyes, rinse them immediately with water and consult a
doctor.
5.5 Requirements to be met by the user
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The appliance is intended for professional users.
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The appliance may be used, maintained and cared for
only by authorized, personnel who have recieved
instruction in its use. This personnel must be specially
instructed in the hazards associated with the appli-
ance.
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Always concentrate on your work. Always think care-
fully about what you are doing. Do not use the appli-
ance if you are unable to concentrate.
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Do not use the appliance if it appears to be defective
in any way.
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If you are unsure of any scan results, consult a Hilti
specialist before proceeding.
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Observe all warning and information messages dis-
played by the scanner and monitor.
5.6 Scanning requirements and limitations
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Always check the accuracy of the appliance before
commencing work on structures where measurements
have safety and structural stability implications. Scan
a reinforcing bar of known location, depth and diam-
eter and check the results against the accuracy spe-
cifications.
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Do not use the PS 200 S scanner if the wheels do not
turn freely or appear to be worn. Contact Hilti for repair
information. Additionally, you can clean or replace the
wheels – refer to section 8.
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Check the settings made in the appliance before use.
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Apply only light pressure to the scanner when mov-
ing it across the surface.
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Reinforcement that lies beneath the uppermost layer
of reinforcement may not be detected.
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Remove all items such as rings, bracelets, etc. before
commencing scanning.
Printed: 07.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5070389 / 000 / 00