Nikon K Series, Instruction Manual

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Safety
vi Nikon N Series/K Series Total Station Instruction Manual
Introduction
For your safety, read this instruction manual carefully and thoroughly before using
the Nikon N Series/K Series Total Station. Although Nikon products are designed for
maximum safety, using them incorrectly or disregarding the instructions can cause
personal injury or property damage.
You should also read the documentation for any other equipment that you use with a
N Series/K Series instrument.
Note – Always keep the manual near the instrument for easy reference.
Warnings and Cautions
The following conventions are used to indicate safety instructions:
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WARNING – Warnings alert you to situations that could cause death or serious injury.
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CAUTION – Cautions alert you to situations that could cause injury or property damage.
Always read and follow the instructions carefully.
Warnings
Before using the instrument, read the following warnings and follow the instructions
that they provide:
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WARNING – Never look at the sun through the telescope. If you do, you may damage or lose
your eyesight.
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WARNING – N Series/K Series instrument is not designed to be explosion-proof. Do not use
the instrument in coal mines, in areas contaminated with coal dust, or near other flammable
substances.
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WARNING – Never disassemble, modify, or repair the instrument yourself. If you do, you may
receive electric shocks or burns, or the instrument may catch fire. You may also impair the
accuracy of the instrument.
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WARNING – Use only the battery charger that is supplied with the instrument. Do not use any
other charger or you may cause the battery pack to catch fire or rupture.
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WARNING – Do not cover the battery charger while the battery pack is being recharged. The
charger must be able to dissipate heat adequately. Coverings such as blankets or clothing can
cause the charger to overheat.