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6 Safety
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Safety
6.1
Representations and symbols
Important instructions, which involve safety, are highlighted with the appropriate action:
6.2
Safety recommendations
• When using the balance in surroundings with increased safety requirements the corresponding regulations
must be observed.
• The balance may only be used with the power adaptor supplied exclusively for use with this balance.
• Before plugging in the power adaptor, make sure that the operating voltage stated on the power adaptor
agrees with the mains voltage. If not, please refer to the Customer Service.
• If the power adaptor or its cable is damaged, the balance must immediately be disconnected from the elec-
tricity supply (pull out the power adaptor). The balance may only be operated with a power adaptor in per-
fect condition.
• If there is any reason to believe that it is no longer possible to operate the balance without danger, the bal-
ance must immediately be unplugged from the electricity supply (pull out power adaptor) and secured
against inadvertent operation.
• In carrying out maintenance work, it is essential to heed the recommendations in chapter 20.4 "Cleaning".
• The balance must not be operated in an area subject to explosion risks.
• Take care when weighing liquids that no liquid is spilt into the inside of the balance or into connections on
the rear of the equipment or the power adaptor.
If liquid is spilt on the balance, the latter must immediately be unplugged from the mains electricity supply
(pull out power adaptor).
The balance may only be operated after it has first been re-checked by a Service technician.
• The operating instructions must be read by each operator of the balance and must be available at the work-
place at all times.The balance may only be used for the weighing of solid-materials and of liquids filled into
secure containers and for animal weighing and density determinations. The maximum allowable load of the
balance must never be exceeded, otherwise the balance may be damaged.
• When using the balance in combination with other appliances, the current regulations for the safe use of
the relevant attachments and their application in accordance with instructions must always be observed.
DANGER
Warning of a possible danger, which can lead to death or to serious injuries.
WARNING
Warning of a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to less severe injuries or damage.
NOTE
Tips and important rules on the correct operation of the balance.
