Xylem ProLab 4000 MULTIPARAMETER BENCHTOP METER - Manual (Page 22)

Safety ProLab 4000
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2.2 General safety instructions
This instrument is built and inspected according to the relevant guide-
lines and norms for electronic measuring instruments (see page 195).
It left the factory in a safe and secure technical condition.
Function and
operational safety
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed if the generally applicable safety measures and the specific
safety instructions in this operating manual are followed during opera-
tion.
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the meter can only be
guaranteed under the environmental conditions that are specified in
chapter 17 T
ECHNICAL D ATA (page 195).
If the instrument was transported from a cold environment to a warm
environment, the formation of condensate can lead to the faulty func-
tioning of the instrument. In this event, wait until the temperature of the
meter reaches room temperature before putting the meter back into
operation.
Safe operation If safe operation is no longer possible, the meter must be taken out of
service and secured against inadvertent operation!
Safe operation is no longer possible if the meter:
z has been damaged in transport
z has been stored under adverse conditions for a lengthy period of
time
z is visibly damaged
z no longer operates as described in this manual.
If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier of the meter.
Obligations of the
purchaser
The purchaser of this meter must ensure that the following laws and
guidelines are observed when using dangerous substances:
z EEC directives for protective labor legislation
z National protective labor legislation
z Safety regulations
z Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers.