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9 Shutdown and Disposal | 9.1 Putting the Microscope out of Operation
9 Shutdown and Disposal
9.1 Putting the Microscope out of Operation
If the microscope will not be used for an extended period of time, e.g. several months, it should
be put out of operation.
Contact your local ZEISS service representative to have the microscope put out of operation.
9.2 Transport and Storage
WARNING
Risk of injury: Tilting hazard when removing the microscope from the crate
When removing the microscope from the wooden crate, it can tilt and crush a person.
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Use a forklift to remove the microscope from the wooden crate.
CAUTION
Risk of injury: Crushing hazard when lowering the microscope
The microscope and its components are heavy. When the load is lowered during transport and
positioning, body parts can be crushed.
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Maintain a safe distance.
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Do not walk or place your hands or feet under the load while it is being lowered.
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Wear safety shoes and gloves.
CAUTION
Risk of injury or property damage:
If a gas injection system (GIS) is used, the precursors may be explosive, reactive, toxic or irritant
when they come into contact with the environment or a person.
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Do not remove or install a GIS reservoir. Contact your local ZEISS service representative to
have a reservoir removed or installed.
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The microscope may only be shipped if all precursors have been removed.
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Precursors have to be shipped separately in a special transport container. For shipment al-
ways enclose a print-out of the respective material safety data sheet (MSDS).
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Store and transport precursors only within the prescribed temperature ranges.
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For further information, refer to the GIS instruction manual.
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