EN-6
EXPLORER BALANCES
1.3
Safety Precautions
Definition of Signal Warnings and Symbols
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings. Ignoring
the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results.
WARNING
For a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in
severe injuries or death if not avoided.
CAUTION
For a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the
device or the property or in loss of data, or minor or medium
injuries if not avoided.
ATTENTION For important information about the product. May lead to
equipment damage if not avoided.
NOTE
For useful information about the product.
Warning Symbols
General hazard
Explosion hazard
Safety Notes
CAUTION:
Read all safety warnings before installing, making connections, or servicing this equipment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in personal injury and/or property damage. Retain all
instructions for future reference.
Operate the equipment only under ambient conditions specified in these instructions.
Do not operate the equipment in wet, hazardous or unstable environments.
Use only approved accessories and peripherals.
Service should only be performed by authorized personnel.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by
the equipment may be impaired.
This equipment is for indoor use only.
Do not place the equipment upside down on the platform.
Dry off any liquid spills immediately! The instrument is not watertight.
Do not immerse the equipment in water or other liquids.
Only connect the power cord to a compatible grounded electrical outlet.
Make sure that the power cord does not pose a potential obstacle or tripping hazard.
Verify that the AC adapter's input voltage range and plug type are compatible with the local AC
mains power supply.
Do not position the equipment such that it is difficult to reach the power connection.
Ensure that vibrations due to machinery near the installation site are kept to a minimum.
Only use weights within the scale's capacity as specified in these instructions.
Do not drop loads on the platform.
Use your scale with care, gently loading items to be weighed onto the center of the pan. Avoiding
rough treatment will aid in the life of your scale.
For best results, use the equipment in the specified optimum operating temperature.
WARNING:
When using chemicals and solvents, comply with the instructions of the producer and the
general lab safety rules.
WARNING:
Never work in an environment subject to explosion hazards! The housing of the instrument is
not gas tight. (Explosion hazard due to spark formation, corrosion caused by the ingress of gases).
CAUTION:
Battery is to be replaced only by an authorized Ohaus service dealer. Risk of explosion can
occur if the rechargeable battery is replaced with the wrong type or if it is not properly connected. Dispose of
the rechargeable battery according to local laws and regulations.
Safety precautions for the Ionizer:
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
AVOID TOUCHING THE ELECTRODE PINS WHILE THE IONIZER IS TURNED ON.
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