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Prohibited use
• Using the instrument without instruction.
• Using outside the stated limits.
• Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard
labels.
• Opening of the equipment by using tools (screw drivers, etc.), as far as not
specically permitted for certain cases.
• Carrying out modicationor or conversion of the product.
• Use after misappropriation.
• Use of accessories from other manufacturers without the express approval
of our company.
• Deliberately or irresponsible behavior on scaffolding, when using ladders,
when measuring near machines which are running, or near parts of
machines or installations which are unprotected.
• Aiming directly into the sun
• Deliberately dazzling of third parties; also in the dark.
• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g. when measuring on
roads, construction sites, etc.)
Limits of use
See section “Technical Date” .
The product is designed for use in areas permanently habitable by humans,
do not use the product in explosion hazardous areas or in aggressive
environments.
Areas of responsibility
Areas of responsibility of the original equipment:
Responsible for providing the product, including the User Manual and original
accessories, in a completely safe condition.
Responsibilities of the manufacturer of non-original accessories:
The manufacturers of non-original accessories for the products are
responsible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts
for their products. They are also responsible for the effectiveness of these
safety concepts in combination with the products equipment.
Responsibilities of the person in charge of the instrument:
WARNING:
The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that the equipment
is used in person is also accountable for the deployment of personnel and
for their accordance with the instructions. This training and for the safety of
the equipment when in use. The person in charge of the instrument has the
following duties:
• To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in
the User Manual.
• To be familiar with local safety regulations relating to accident prevention.
Hazards in use
CAUTION:
Watch out for erroneous distance measurements if the instrument is defective
or if it has been dropped or has been misused or modied.
Precautions:
Carry out periodic test measurements. Particularly after the instrument
has been subject to abnormal use, and before, during and after important
measurements.
Make sure the optics is kept clean and that there is no mechanical damage to
the bumpers.
CAUTION:
In using the instrument for distance measurements or for positioning moving
objects (e.g. cranes, building equipment, platforms, etc.) Unforeseen events
may cause erroneous measurements.
Precautions:
Only use this product as a measuring sensor, not as a control device. Your
system must be congured and operated in such a way, that in case of an
erroneous measurement, malfunction of the device or power failure due
to installed safety measures (e.g. safety limit switch), it is assured that no
damage will occur.
