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General safety precautions
Safety precautions
Observe the precautions described below when handling the instrument. The information is to be
supplemented by the dangers, warnings and cautions given in each chapter. Safety cannot be
guaranteed when the instrument is used in ways that are not specifically described.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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Never use this instrument for observation inside a human or animal cavity.
Otherwise, death of the person or animal may result.
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Never use the instrument in the following types of environments.
- Where flammable atmospheres are present
- Where metal dust or other dust is present
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may result.
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Do not repair, disassemble, or modify the instrument.
This instrument does not contain any user serviceable parts. Do not disassemble, modify
or attempt to repair. User injury and/or equipment damage can result. Olympus is not liable
for any accidents or instrument damage that occurs as a result of repairs attempted by non-
Olympus personnel.
Contact Olympus for all repair and servicing.
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Immediately stop using the instrument at the first sign of smoke, abnormal odor, abnormal
noise, or any other abnormality.
Even if operation of the instrument is still possible, turn off power.
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Do not insert the insertion tube into an observation object that is in operation or conducting electricity.
Otherwise the insertion tube may be damaged by being caught inside of the observation
object, etc., or the insertion tube may touch the object, resulting in electric shock.
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Before stowing the instrument in its carrying case, be sure to turn off power and remove the
battery. Leaving the battery loaded during storage can cause it to become hot, causing the
risk of fire.
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Do not use this instrument in any environment (including strongly radioactive environments)
that does not conform to the specified operating environment.
Otherwise, unexpected accidents that may damage the insertion tube may result.
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If you carry this instrument to the high altitude or use at the high altitude, be careful for followings.
- Check the instrument prior to use.
- Prevent the instrument from dropping.
- Make sure of the safety thoroughly.
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Do not insert the insertion tube into an observation object in an environment that is outside
the operating temperature range.
Continued use may damage or reduce the performance of the instrument.
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Do not touch the distal end immediately after using this instrument in high-temperature environments.
Otherwise, you may get burned.
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Do not grip the control unit for long periods while using it in very hot environments.
Doing so may lead to low-temperature burns. Wear gloves or do something to prevent low-
temperature burns.
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Use only a power cord and AC adapter specified by Olympus and connect the power cord to
a 3P power outlet in rated range
Otherwise, smoke, fire, or electric shock might occur.
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Do not use the AC adapter outdoors.
Otherwise, electric shock might occur, or smoke emission and fire might occur, causing dam-
age to the instrument.
The AC adapter is designed for indoor use.
