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3.1
Unpacking the balance
The balances are delivered in an environmentally-friendly package,
specifically developed for this precision instrument, which provides
optimal protection for the balance during transportation.
In order to avoid damage, attention must be given to the following
points when unpacking the balance:
• Unpack the balance quietly and carefully. It is a precision instru-
ment.
• When outside temperatures are very low, the balance should first be
stored for some hours in the unopened transport package in a dry
room at normal temperature, so that no condensation settles on the
balance when unpacking.
• Check the balance immediately after unpacking for externally visible
damage. If you should find transport damages, please inform your
services representative immediately.
• If the balance is not to be used immediately after purchase but only
at a later time, it should be stored in a dry place where fluctuations
in temperature are as low as possible (see Chapter 12 “Transport,
storage”).
• Read through these operating instructions, even if you already have
experience with balances, before you work with the balance and
pay attention to the Safety recommendations (see Chapter 1 “Safe-
ty”).
NOTE
Retain the original packaging in order to avoid transportation dama-
ges when shipping or transporting the balance and to allow the ba-
lance to be stored in the best conditions if it is out of operation for
an extended period.
