1 Safety and waste disposal
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lines to temperatures in excess of 70 °C (158°F), unless they are expressly
authorised for use at higher temperatures.
• Do not carry out any contact measurements on uninsulated, live parts.
• Do not store the product together with solvents. Do not use any desiccants.
• Only perform that maintenance and repair work on this instrument which is
described in the documentation. Follow the prescribed steps exactly when
doing the work. Use only original spare parts from Testo.
Batteries
• Improper use of batteries may cause destruction of the batteries, injuries
due to current surges, fire or the escape of chemicals.
• Only use the batteries supplied in accordance with the instructions in the
instruction manual.
• Do not short-circuit the batteries.
• Do not take the batteries apart and do not modify them.
• Do not expose the batteries to heavy impacts, water, fire or temperatures in
excess of 55 °C.
• Do not store the batteries near any metal objects.
• In the event of contact with battery acid: rinse affected areas thoroughly
with water, and if necessary consult a doctor.
• Do not use any leaky or damaged batteries.
1.4 Warning notices
Always pay attention to any information marked with the following warning
notices along with warning pictograms. Implement the specified precautionary
measures!
1.5 Disposal
• Dispose of spent batteries in accordance with the relevant legal
specifications.
• At the end of its useful life, deliver the product to the separate collection
point for electric and electronic devices (observe local regulations) or return
the product to Testo for disposal.