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Battery Disposal
At end-of-life, batteries should be recycled or discarded safely. Discarding batteries in
unsorted waste is improper disposal, and may be harmful to the environment and human
health. Your local waste authority will have information on return and collection systems in
your area.
For California consumers, contact Particle Measuring Systems, Customer Service
Department at (877)-475-3317 for instructions on returning used, rechargeable batteries for
reuse, recycling, or proper disposal at no cost.
Patent Information
The Lasair II particle counter is protected by the following patents held by Particle
Measuring Systems: US 6167107; Japan 3559782; Germany 60005581.3; UK GB1196832.
Manual Conventions
NOTE:
A note in the text is used to highlight an item that is of operational
importance to the user.
It is important that you observe cautions and warnings while performing the procedures
described in this manual. Caution and warning labels are located on and inside the
instrument to alert you to potentially hazardous conditions. Please familiarize yourself with
this information.
WARNING
A warning in the text is used to notify the user of the potential for bodily injury or
death.
CAUTION
A caution in the text is used to highlight an item that if not done, or incorrectly
done, could damage the instrument and/or any materials or devices affected by
the instrument.
– — NOTICE — –
A notice in the text is an instructional communication regarding requirements or
policies issued by Particle Measuring Systems.