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1.4 Informal Safety Measures
The Operating Instructions must always be kept on hand where the device is operated.
Apart from the Operating Instructions, the applicable general and local regulations on
accident prevention and environmental protection must be provided and complied with.
1.5 Training of the Personnel
Only trained and instructed personnel is permitted to work with the device. The responsi-
bilities of the personnel must be clearly defined for mounting, commissioning, operation,
setup, maintenance, and repair. Trainees may only work with the device under the super-
vision of experienced personnel.
1.6 Intended Use
The device is intended exclusively to be used for measuring the thickness of textiles, felt,
geomaterials, paper, floor coverings, leather, foils, rubber. Any other use or any use ex-
ceeding this intention will be regarded as misuse. Under no circumstances shall HANS
SCHMIDT & Co GmbH be held liable for damage resulting from misuse.
The intended use also includes:
- Complying with all notices included in the Operating Instructions and observing all
inspection and maintenance works.
1.7 Dangers in Handling the Device
The device has been designed according to the state of the art and the approved safety
standards. Nevertheless, its use may cause serious or fatal injury to the user or third
persons, and/or an impairment of the device or of other material assets.
The device may only be applied:
- For its intended use in a faultless condition with regard to the safety requirements.
- Malfunctions that could impair safety must be remedied immediately.
- Personal protective equipment must be used according to the EC Directive 89/686/EEC.
The device must not be operated in potential explosive areas and must not
come into contact with aggressive substances.
1.8 Copyright
The copyright on these Operating Instructions remains with the company
HANS SCHMIDT & Co GmbH.
These Operating Instructions are intended for the operating company and its personnel
only. They contain instructions and notices that may only be reproduced on the prior writ-
ten permission of
HANS SCHMIDT & Co GmbH
and under indication of the complete reference data.
Violations will be prosecuted.
1.9 EC Declaration of Conformity and WEEE Registration
In compliance with the EC Directive 2014/30/EU
HANS SCHMIDT & CO GmbH is registered in compliance with
the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG).
