4
Safety Instructions
  Guidelines and General Information
–  The balance complies with EU Directives and 
standards for electrical safety and electro-
magnetic compatibility*. Improper use or 
handling can, however, result in damage 
and | or injury.  
Any improper use or operation of the 
balance, i.e., that is not consistent with the 
instructions, will result in forfeiture of all 
claims under the manufacturer's warranty.
–  Personnel need to have read and understood 
these installation instructions, including the 
safety instructions.
–  In the event of use in systems and ambient 
conditions which have greater safety 
requirements, you must observe the 
requirements and provisions applicable in 
your country.
–  Always keep the equipment and balance 
freely accessible.  
Any installation work or balance operation 
that does not conform to the instructions 
will result in forfeiture of all claims under the 
manufacturer's warranty.
*  = see “Specifications"
  Danger of explosion 
  Do not use this equipment in 
hazardous areas in which explosive 
materials are present.
  Make sure that the voltage rating 
printed on the AC adaptor is identical 
to your local mains voltage. 
  Installation Instructions 
  Do not operate the device if the 
housing or AC adaptor is damaged. 
Immediately disconnect the damaged 
device from the power by pulling the 
plug.
  Do not expose the balance, its power 
supply or accessories supplied by 
Sartorius to extreme temperatures, 
aggressive chemical vapors, 
moisture, shock, vibrations or strong 
electromagnetic fields.  
Observe the conditions of operation 
described in the “Technical Data"! 
  Note on Installation: 
The operator shall be solely 
responsible for any modifications to 
the equipment and for connecting any 
cables or equipment not supplied by 
Sartorius. Information on operational 
quality is available upon request from 
Sartorius. Only use original Sartorius 
accessories! 
  Note the IP protection class of 
the balance and its power supply! 
Do not allow liquid penetration. 
The protection class specifies the 
suitability of equipment for various 
environmental conditions (moisture, 
foreign bodies).  
  Before cleaning the AC adapter or the 
balance: Unplug the power cord. 
 
  The balance may only be opened 
by specialized personnel trained by 
Sartorius.  
Do not open the AC adaptor.  
  If glass breaks, there is a risk of injury 
posed by cuts on glass edges. 
  Lay the cables where they pose no risk 
of causing someone to trip. 
Observe the additional safety and danger 
information in the following chapters.