
FLIR Fido® X4 Operations Manual
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Safety
IMPORTANT:
Before operating the Fido X4, you must read, understand, and follow all instructions, warn-
ings, cautions, and legal disclaimers.
2.1 Safety Conventions and Labeling
This section describes the safety labels and symbols used in this manual. Failure to observe
these safety indicators could result in operator injury or system damage. In addition, the sys-
tem may not operate as intended.
2.1.1 Label types
The following levels of safety labeling may be used in this document:
Warning
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that may result in death or ser-
ious injury.
Caution
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in injury or equip-
ment damage.
Note
Directs attention to important information you should review before pro-
ceeding with system operation.
2.1.2 Safety symbols
Symbol
Meaning
Action to Take
Caution:
Battery Handling
Device contains battery.
Handle batteries appropriately.
•
Use specified charger only.
•
Do not incinerate or expose to high
temperatures above 140°F / 60°C.
•
Do not short-circuit.
•
Do not put into fire. Dispose of properly.
Caution:
Burn Hazard -
Hot Surface
The sensing element, detector
inlet, reference standard and
other components inside the
thermal desorber are heated or
may become heated during
operation and may cause burns.
•
Avoid direct skin contact to hot surfaces
while the Fido X4 is on and for three
minutes after it is turned off.
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