horiba LAQUA-PH1500, Instruction Manual

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Product Handling Information
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• Product Handling Information
• Operational Precautions (instrument)
• Only use the product including accessories for their intended purpose.
• Do not drop or physically impact the instrument.
• The instrument is made of solvent-resistant materials but that does not mean it is resistant
to all chemicals. Do not expose the instrument in strong acid or alkali solution, or wipe with
such solution.
• If the instrument is dropped into water or gets wet, wipe it using soft cloth. Do not heat to
dry it.
• Use fingers to press the operation keys. Do not use a hard object like a metal stick or rod.
• Be careful not to let water inside the instrument. The instrument is not waterproof.
• To disconnect an electrode or serial cable, hold the connector and pull it off. If you pull at
the cable, it may cause breakage.
• The phono jack communication between the instrument and a personal computer (referred
to as PC in the rest of this document) may fail because of environmental conditions, such
as electromagnetic noise.
• Do not use an object with a sharp end to press the keys.
• If the power supply is interrupted while measurement data is being saved in the instru
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ment, the data could be corrupted.
• Make sure to use the provided power supply cable to power this product.
• Environmental conditions for use and storage
• Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
• Humidity: under 80% relative humidity and free from condensation
• Avoid the following conditions:
• Strong vibration
• Direct sunlight
• Corrosive gas environment
• Locations close to an air-conditioner
• Direct wind
• Dusty Environment
• Transportation
• When transporting the instrument, repackage it in the original package box. Otherwise, it
may cause instrument damage.
• Disposal
• Standard solution used for the calibration must be under neutralized before the disposal.
• When disposing of the product, follow the related laws and regulations of your country for
disposal of the product.