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3. Safety Notes
3.4 Notes on Handling Light Sources
CAUTION
Light sources pose a potential irradiation risk,
therefore never look directly into the light
beam!
3.5 Notes on handling immersion oil
Caution!
When using immersion oil, take care to avoid
skin contact! Ask the supplier for a safety
data sheet!
3.6 Notes on handling acids and bases
For examinations using acids or other aggressive
chemicals, particular caution must be taken.
Caution!
Be absolutely certain to avoid direct contact
with these chemicals.
3.7 Disposal
After the end of the product’s life, please contact
Leica Service or Leica Sales on how to dispose
of it.
Please observe the national laws and ordinances
which, for example, implement and ensure com-
pliance with EU directive WEEE.
Note!
Like all electronic instruments, the micro-
scope, its components and expendables may
not be disposed of as general household
waste!
