BUCHI NIRMaste Pro IP65 - Manual (Page 9)

2 Safety
9 NIRMaster Operation Manual, Version B
Additional user information
Paragraphs starting with NOTE contain helpful information for working with the device / software or its
accessories. NOTEs are not related to any kind of hazard or damage (see following example).
NOTE
Useful tips for the easy operation of the instrument / software.
2 .5 Product safety
The NIRMaster has been designed and built in accordance with state-of-the-art technology, at the
time of development. Safety warnings in this manual (as described in section 2.4) serve to make the
user alert to and avoid hazardous situations emanating from residual dangers by giving appropriate
counter measures.
However, risks to users, property and the environment can arise when the instrument is damaged,
used carelessly or improperly.
2 .5 .1 General hazards
The following safety messages show hazards of general kind which may occur when handling the
instrument. The user shall observe all listed counter measures in order to achieve and maintain the
lowest possible level of hazard.
Additional warning messages can be found whenever actions and situations described in this manual
are related to situational hazards.
! DANGER
Death or serious injuries by use in explosive environments.
• Do not store or operate the instrument in explosive environments
• Remove all sources of flammable vapors
• Do not store chemicals in the vicinity of the device
• Only operate and maintain the device in environment with sufficient ventilation
NOTICE
Risk of instrument damage by mechanical shocks.
• Do not move the instrument when it is active
• Do not drop the instrument or its components
• Keep external vibrations away from the instrument
• Do not transport the instrument without transportation lock engaged