Connect Braille
Important Information
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10 Important Information
This section contains important safety and warranty information. Please make sure you
have read this information before starting up your Connect Braille.
The Braille device's selection circuitry uses a high voltage of 200 V for the operation of the
Braille modules. Danger of electric shock exists when the housing is opened, or the device
is handled improperly.
10.1 Symbols
The symbols located on the underside of the unit have the following meanings:
Please read the information in the manual!
Applied Part, Type B
10.2 Safety Information under the Standards for Medical Devices
Medical electric devices are subject to special precautions in regard to electromagnetic
compatibility and must be installed and taken into operation according to the directions
contained in this manual. Please review also the general safety information in Section 10.3
below.
Portable mobile HF communications facilities may affect electrical devices.
10.3 General Safety Information
Avoid contact between your Connect Braille and any fluids (rain, coffee...). If fluids enter
into the housing, you may be exposed to the danger of hazardous electric shock. In
addition, the Braille elements may sustain damage, which can only be remedied by costly
repairs.
Only representatives of Help Tech GmbH or its authorized dealers have permission to
open the Connect Braille. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. In the event of a
defect, please contact your dealer, or Help Tech directly. Only an authorized Handy Tech
dealer has permission to service the device.
Avoid switching your Connect Braille on immediately after moving it from a cold room into
a warm environment. Under unfavourable conditions, condensation might ruin the device.
Wait until the device has warmed to room temperature before turning it on.
