Leica Geosystems Leica DISTO - Safety Instructions - Manual (Page 8)

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Safety Instructions
Version 1.0
English
The User Manual (part2) in a separate
brochure, forms a part of the safety
instructions.
Carefully read the User Manual before using
this product.
The following directions should enable the person
responsible for the Leica DISTO™, and the person who
actually uses the instrument, to anticipateand avoid
operational hazards.
The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that
all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
Symbols used
The symbols used in the User Manual have the following
meanings:
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WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
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CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor
injury and/or in appreciable material, financial and
environmental damage.
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Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in
practice as they enabled the product to be used in a techni-
cally correct and efficient manner.
Use of the instrument
Permitted use
The permitted use of the Leica DISTO™ are the following:
•
Measuring distances
• Computing areas and volumes
• Storing measurements (BLUETOOTH ® )
Prohibited use
• Using the instrument without instruction
• Using outside the stated limits
• Deactivation of safety systems and removal of
explanatory and hazard labels
• Opening of the equipment by using tools (screwdrivers,
etc.), as far as not specifically permitted for certain
cases
• Carrying out modification or conversion of the product
• Use after misappropriation
• Use of accessories from other manufacturers without
the express approval of Leica Geosystems.
• Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on scaffolding,
when using ladders, when measuring near machines
which are running, or near parts of machines or
installations which are unprotected
• Aiming directly into the sun
• Deliberate dazzling of third parties; also in the dark
• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g. when
measuring on roads, etc.)
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WARNING
Prohibited use can lead to injury, malfunction, and
material damage. It is the task of the person responsible for
the instrument to inform the user about hazards and how to
counteract them. The Leica DISTO™ is not to be operated
until the user has been instructed.
Limits of use
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See section “Technical Data“.
Environment:
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent
human habitation. Cannot be used in an aggressive or
explosive* environment. Use in rain is permissible for limited
periods.
*
Potentially explosive atmospheres:
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often,
but not always clearly marked. They include fuelling
area, such as petrol stations, below deck on boats, fuel
or chemical transfer facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemcals or particles, such as grain, dust or
metal powder.
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