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Safety precautions
General safety precautions
Observe the precautions described below when handling the instrument. The information is to be
supplemented by the dangers, warnings and cautions given in each chapter. Safety cannot be
guaranteed when the instrument is used in ways that are not specifically described.
DANGER
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Never use this instrument for observation inside a human or animal cavity.
Otherwise, death of the person or animal may result.
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Never use the instrument in the following types of environments.
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Where flammable atmospheres are present
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Where metal dust or other dust is present
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may result.
WARNING
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Do not repair, disassemble, or modify the instrument.
This instrument does not contain any user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, modify or
attempt to repair. User injury and/or equipment damage can result.
Contact Olympus for all repair and servicing.
Olympus is not liable for any accident or instrument
damage that occurs as a result of repairs attempted by non-Olympus personnel.
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Immediately stop using the instrument at the first sign of smoke, abnormal odor, abnormal noise,
or any other abnormality.
Even if operation of the instrument is still possible, turn off power.
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Do not insert the insertion tube into an observation object that is in operation or conducting
electricity.
Otherwise the insertion tube may be damaged by being caught inside of the observation object,
etc., or the insertion tube may touch the object, resulting in electric shock.
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Before stowing the instrument in its carrying case, be sure to turn off the power and attach the
battery cap.
Leaving the battery loaded during storage can cause it to become hot, causing the risk of fire.
CAUTION
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Do not use this instrument in any environment (including strongly radioactive environments) that
does not conform to the specified operating environment.
Otherwise, unexpected accidents that may damage the insertion tube may result.
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Do not insert the insertion tube into an observation object in an environment that is outside the
operating temperature range.
Continued use may damage or reduce the performance of the instrument.
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Do not touch the distal end immediately after use in a high-temperature environment.
Doing so may cause burn injuries.
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Do not grip the control unit for a prolonged period of time when using the instrument in a high-
temperature environment.
Doing so may result in low-temperature burns. To prevent this, take precautions such as by
wearing a pair of gloves.
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Pay attention not to trip over the power cord or cables of the insertion tube.
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Use only a power cord and AC adapter specified by Olympus.
Doing so may result in fuming, fire, or electric shock.
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