RIDGID micro IR-200, Manual

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micro IR-200 Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and in structions. Failure to follow the warn
ings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
•
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
•
Do not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust.
E quipment can create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
•
Keep children and by-standers a way while operating
equipment.
Distrac tions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
•
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There
is an in creased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.
•
Do not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water
en tering equipment will increase the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
•
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating equipment. Do not use equipment
while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating
equipment may result in serious personal injury.
•
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
•
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
Equipment Use and Care
•
Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for
your application.
The correct equipment will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•
Do not use equipment if the switch does not turn it ON and
OFF.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
•
Disconnect the batteries from the equipment before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
injury.
•
Store idle equipment out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these