Leica Ultra, User Manual

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Ultra, Safety Directions 11
1.5 Hazards of Use
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Caution Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been
misused, modified, stored for long periods or transported.
Precautions:
Periodically carry out test measurements and perform tests indicated in the user manual,
particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after
important measurements.
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Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use the product in the vicinity
of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.
Precautions:
Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environ-
ment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and
follow their instructions.
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Danger Working on or near live electrical utilities may cause you to receive an electric shock or result
in equipment damage.
Precautions:
• Do not operate equipment unless you are properly qualified and familiar with its use.
• Do not exceed equipment’s recommended ratings and instructions of use.
• Inspect equipment’s cables and accessories for damage, do not use if faulty.
• Do not work on electrically live power utilities unless you are properly qualified.
• Use personal protective equipment rated for the utilities voltage and current.
• Familiarise yourself with National and Work regulations governing safety and accident
prevention.