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1. Introduction
1.1 You Are Awesome!
Thank you for having purchased a Novasina LabTouch-aw system for measuring
water activity. You have opted for a highly accurate and reliable instrument
representing the latest state-of-the-art in electronics and software design when
it comes to highest precision in aw (water activity) measuring.
To get the most out of all the possibilities of your Novasina LabTouch-aw and
to ensure safe and reliable operation, please read these operating instructions
carefully before setting the unit into operation.
Please keep this manual within reach of the installed instrument so that it will
be at hand whenever you need it. If you lose the manual, please contact your
Novasina representative for immediate replacement.
1.2
Important Notes
Intended use
The Novasina LabTouch-aw is intended to be used for measuring WATER
ACTIVITY under strict adherence to the information and notes given in this
manual. Any use beyond this scope is considered to be a violation of the
intended purpose and may endanger your safety or could result in irreversible
product damage and loss of all warranty claims. Any use of this Novasina
instrument other than intended is at the customer’s own risk and by no means
the manufacturer nor the supplier will be liable for any resulting damage.
Safety instructions
• The Novasina LabTouch-aw system should only be serviced, maintained
and repaired by qualifi ed people who are familiar with the equipment.
• The LabTouch-aw system must not be used in hazardous zones or
similar areas. The design is made for the laboratory use only.
• No explosive materials and no highly infl ammable substances may be
measured in the measurement chamber system.
• Just use the original power adaptor from Novasina (part number 2600505)
• Before connecting the unit to the mains, ensure that:
• The mains voltage is within 90...260V, at 50 or 60Hz.
Please check the type plate of the system!
• The power cable between the mains and the instrument is not
damaged.
• The Novasina LabTouch-aw system may only be used under the
specifi ed operating conditions (see chapter 10).
• Observe and strictly adhere to the local regulations regarding the
handling of mains-powered devices.
• Use only genuine accessories and spare parts available from your
Novasina supplier or visit the homepage www.novasina.com.
• This instrument must not be modifi ed in any way without the written
permission of the manufacturer.
• Never open the instrument without removing the mains power cable fi rst
This operating instructions is valid for software versions V1.30 or higher