4.6 Safety information
Follow the safety instructions in this manual and all warnings and cautions printed on the warning labels.
Ignoring such cautions or warnings while handling the product may result in injury or accident. Be sure
to read and fully understand the manual before using this product. Keep this manual for future
reference.
Meaning of Caution Signs
To protect the safety of users and others and to prevent accidents, this operation manual utilizes the
symbols and text shown below in warnings and cautions. Read the meanings of these caution signs and
the safety precautions (see page 5 onwards), and follow the safety instructions.
WARNING This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not heeded, could result in death or serious
injury to you or others.
CAUTION This indicates a hazardous situation which, if not heeded, may result in minor or moderate injury to
you or others, or may result in machine damage.
NOTE This is used to emphasize essential information.
Be sure to read this information to avoid incorrect operation.
Safety precautions
Be sure to follow the safety instructions below to ensure correct operation of the instrument.
Installation and Environment of Use
WARNING Do not use or store the instrument near any flammable chemicals such as alcohol, thinner, or benzine.
If chemicals are spilled or evaporate, it may result in fire or electric shock through contact with
electric parts inside the instruments.
Also, some disinfectants are flammable. Be sure to exercise caution when using them.
CAUTION Do not use or store the instrument in a location with the conditions listed below. Otherwise, it may
result in failure or malfunction, fall or cause fire or injury.
• Close to facilities where water is used.
• Where it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Close to air-conditioner or ventilation equipment.
• Close to heat source such as a heater.
• Surfaces or areas prone to vibration.
• Dusty environment.
• Saline or sulphurous environment.
• High temperature or humidity.
• Freezing or condensation.
CAUTION Do not cover the vent holes in the cover.
Otherwise, the temperature in the instrument may rise and cause fire.
Installation Operation
WARNING Do not connect the instrument except in the manner specified. Otherwise, fire or electric shock may
result.
Also, when the instrument is going to be connected to other equipment using the cable, be sure that
leakage current is within the tolerable value. For details, please contact your sales representative or
local epiCam dealer.
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