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2 Safety | 2.2 General Safety Information
Improper use can easily lead to impairment of its function or even damage to the Microscope Sys-
tem. Damage caused by incorrect operation, negligence or unauthorized intervention, in particu-
lar by removing, modifying or replacing parts of the device, can not be held liable by the device
manufacturer. Third-party devices or components that are not expressly approved by ZEISS may
not be used.
2.2 General Safety Information
This Instruction Manual must be read before commissioning in order to ensure safe and uninter-
rupted operation. Pay particular attention to all listed safety notes. Make sure, that
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the operating personnel has read and understood this Instruction Manual, associated docu-
ments and particularly all safety regulations and instructions, and applies the same.
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the local and national safety and accident prevention regulations must be observed, as well as
the applicable laws and regulations in your country.
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this Instruction Manual is always available with/together with the Microscope System.
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the Microscope System is always in perfect condition.
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the Microscope System is secured against access by unauthorized persons.
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maintenance and repair work, remodeling, removal or replacement of components, as well as
any other intervention in the Microscope System not described in this Instruction Manual, may
only be carried out by the manufacturer ZEISS or persons expressly authorized by ZEISS to do
so.
2.2.1 Safe Operation Conditions
If the product safety labels are covered or worn or if any of the safety devices are not in proper
working condition, operation of the microscope can be hazardous.
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Periodically check the function of safety equipment and that all protective cover panels are in-
stalled.
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Always follow the instructions given on the safety labels.
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Inspect and clean the product safety labels to maintain good legibility.
2.2.2 Requirements for Personnel
Deviating from the instructions given in this manual and on the safety labels can be hazardous or
can lead to property damage.
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Do not operate the microscope until you have completely read and understood the entire user
documentation delivered with the microscope.
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Observe all safety labels on the microscope and within this manual.
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Only operate the microscope according to the operating conditions after correct installation
by a ZEISS service representative.
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Only ZEISS service representatives, who have specialized knowledge of radiation protection,
are permitted to service the microscope.
Operator Training
Within the scope of initial start-up, the ZEISS service representative will perform a basic operator
training. The basic operator training consists of fundamental operation procedures including
safety instructions. Besides, an introduction to basic maintenance tasks will be given for an ad-
vanced operator, who has to be an electrically skilled person. The training performed must be
documented appropriately.
Special application training is offered on request.
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