Marks used in this manual
The following symbols are used in this manual.
: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death, serious injury or damage of observation object.
:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death, serious injury or damage of observation object.
: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices or potential
material damage.
: Indicates a potential situation which, if not avoided, may result in failure of this
instrument.
: Indicates additional helpful information.
Safety precautions
General safety precautions
Comply strictly with the precautions described below when handling this instrument. The safety cannot
be ensured when the instrument is used in ways that are not specifically described.
DANGER
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Never use the instrument for observing inside of the human or animal cavity.
Otherwise, death or the serious injury of the person or animal may result.
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Never use the instrument in the following environments.
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Where flammable atmospheres are present
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Where metal dust or other dust is present
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may result.
WARNING
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Do not repair, disassemble or remodel the instrument.
Never repair, disassemble or remodel the instrument. Otherwise, the injury of human bodies or the damage of the
instrument may result. Only personnel who are authorized by Olympus are allowed to repair the instrument.
Olympus is not liable for any accidents or instrument damage that occurs as a result of repairs attempted by
personnel who are not authorized by Olympus.
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Stop using the instrument immediately at the first sign of heat, smoke, abnormal odor, abnormal noise or any
other abnormality.
Even if the instrument is still operable, turn OFF the power.
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Do not insert the insertion tube into an inspection object that is in operation or conducting electricity.
Otherwise, the insertion tube may be damaged by being caught inside of the inspection object, etc., or the insertion
tube may touch the object, which results in electric shock.
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Before storing the instrument in its carrying case, be sure to turn OFF the power and remove the battery.
Leaving the battery loaded during storage causes it to be hot, which may cause fire.
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The gas tube must not be used for grounding.
Otherwise, it may cause an explosion.
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