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Safety
3.1
Intended Use
The V-408 is a laboratory device as defined by DIN EN 61010-1. It is intended for indoor use
and use in an environment that is free of dirt, oil, and lubricants.
In accordance with its design, the V-408 is intended for positioning, adjusting and shifting
loads in one axis at various velocities. It is not for applications in areas where failure would
result in considerable risks for human beings or the environment.
The V-408 is intended for operation with a horizontally aligned motion axis. A vertically
aligned motion axis may only be operated with suitable gravity compensation (not in the
scope of delivery).
It is only possible to use the V-408 as intended when it is completely mounted and
connected. It needs to be operated with
. The electronics are not
in the V-408's scope of delivery.
The V-408 may not be used for purposes other than those stated in this user manual. It may
only be used in compliance with the technical specifications and instructions in this user
manual.
3.2
General Safety Instructions
The V-408 is built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety standards.
Improper use of the V-408 may result in personal injury and/or damage to the V-408.
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Use the V-408 only for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect condition.
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Read the user manual.
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Eliminate any malfunctions that may affect safety immediately.
The operator is responsible for installing and operating the V-408 correctly.
3.3
Organizational Measures
3.3.1
User Manual
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Always keep this user manual together with the V-408. The latest versions of the user
manuals can be
.
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Add all information from the manufacturer such as supplements or technical notes to the
user manual.
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If you give the V-408 to a third party, include this user manual as well as other relevant
information provided by the manufacturer.
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Do the work only if the user manual is complete. Missing information due to an
incomplete user manual can result in minor injury and damage to equipment.
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Install and operate the V-408 only after you have read and understood this user manual.
3.3.2
General Personnel Qualification
The V-408 may only be installed, started, operated, maintained, and cleaned by authorized
and appropriately qualified personnel.
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