Shields for Flange Mounting
2 Safety
44192BA2, Rev.03, 07/2021
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Safety
2.1
Proper Use
The source with shield is used in connection with a detector and a suitable
evaluation unit provided by Berthold to measure the radiation intensity occurring
during a radiometric measurement.
The shield was developed as shield/protective container for radioactive sources and
may be used exclusively for this purpose.
Usually, the shield contains a radioactive source. The notes on radiation protection
contained in the present manual as well as any statutory requirements in this
respect are to be strictly adhered to.
The following constitutes proper use:
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Adhering strictly to the instructions and operation sequences and not
undertaking any different, unauthorised practices which could put your safety
and the operational reliability of the shield at risk!
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Observing the provided safety instructions!
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Carrying out the prescribed maintenance measures or having them carried out
for you!
The following constitutes improper use and is to be avoided:
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Any non-compliance with the present operating manual for the supplied
products
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Applying conditions and requirements which do not conform to those stated in
the technical documents, data sheets, operation and assembly instructions and
other specific guidelines of the manufacturer.
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Using the product after any repair carried out by employees who have not been
authorized by Berthold.
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Using the product in a damaged or corroded condition.
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Dismounting the unit while the radiation beam outlet is open (except for
situations in which the shutter is defective and the beam outlet can no longer
be closed).
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Operation without the safety precautions provided by the manufacturer.
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Any modification to design and function, except for any activities provided for
and described in the present manual.
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Restructuring or changing the system components.
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Manipulation or avoidance of existing safety equipment.
Berthold shall only accept liability for / guarantee the correspondence of the
product to its publicised specifications.
If the product is used in a way which is not described in this manual, the product's
protection is compromised and the warranty becomes void.