1.4
Responsibilities
Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as
Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user
manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
The person responsible for the product has the following duties:
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To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions
in the user manual.
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To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions.
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To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident preven-
tion.
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To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application
becomes unsafe.
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To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the opera-
tion of the product are respected.
1.5
Hazards of Use
DANGER
Risk of electrocution
Because of the risk of electrocution, it is dangerous to use poles, levelling
staffs and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power
cables or electrical railways.
Precautions:
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Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to
work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible
for the electrical installations and follow their instructions.
WARNING
Distraction/loss of attention
During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures, there is a dan-
ger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environ-
mental conditions around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic.
Precautions:
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The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of
the existing dangers.
Manufacturer of the
product
Person responsible
for the product
8
Safety Directions
