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Use of the product without instruction.
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Use outside of the intended use and limits.
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Disabling safety systems.
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Removal of hazard notices.
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Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is permitted for cer-
tain functions.
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Modification or conversion of the product.
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Use after misappropriation.
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Use of products with obvious damages or defects.
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Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of
GeoMax.
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Inadequate safeguards at the working site.
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Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring application without additional
control and safety installations.
1.3 Limits of Use
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for
use in aggressive or explosive environments.
WARNING
Working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations
Life Risk.
Precautions:
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Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the person responsible for
the product before working in such conditions.
1.4 Responsibilities
GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is responsible for supplying
the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
The person responsible for the product has the following duties:
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To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the user
manual.
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To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions.
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To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention.
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To inform GeoMax immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe.
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To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of radio trans-
mitters are respected.
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To ensure that the radio modem is not operated without the permission of the local author-
ities on frequencies and/or output power levels other than those specifically reserved and
intended for use without a specific permit. The internal and external radio modems have
been designed to operate on frequency ranges and output power ranges, the exact use of
which differs from one region and/or country to another.
Reasonably foreseeable
misuse
Environment
Manufacturer of the
product
Person responsible for the
product
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