•Use of the product without instruction
•Use outside of the intended use and limits
•Disabling safety systems
•Removal of hazard notices
•Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is permitted for cer-
tain functions
•Modification or conversion of the product
•Use after misappropriation
•Use of products with recognisable damage or defects
•Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of
GeoMax
•Inadequate safeguards at the working site
1.3 Limits of Use
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation. Not suitable for
use in aggressive or explosive environments.
WARNING
Working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations
Life Risk.
Precautions:
▶Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the person responsible for
the product before working in such conditions.
1.4 Responsibilities
GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is responsible for supplying
the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
The person responsible for the product has the following duties:
•To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the User
Manual
•To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions
•To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention
•To inform GeoMax immediately if the product and the application become unsafe
•To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of the product
are respected
1.5 Hazards of Use
DANGER
Risk of being struck by lightning
If the product is used with accessories, for example on masts, staffs, poles, you may increase
the risk of being struck by lightning. Danger from high voltages also exists near power lines.
Lightning, voltage peaks, or the touching of power lines can cause damage, injury and death.
Precautions:
▶Do not use the product in a thunderstorm as you can increase the risk of being struck by
lightning.
▶Be sure to remain at a safe distance from electrical installations. Do not use the product
directly under or close to power lines. If it is essential to work in such an environment
contact the safety authorities responsible for electrical installations and follow their instruc-
tions.
▶If the product has to be permanently mounted in an exposed location, it is advisable to
provide a lightning conductor system. A suggestion on how to design a lightning conductor
for the product is given below. Always follow the regulations in force in your country
regarding grounding antennas and masts. These installations must be carried out by an
authorised specialist.
▶To prevent damages due to indirect lightning strikes (voltage spikes) cables, for example
for antenna, power source or modem should be protected with appropriate protection ele-
ments, like a lightning arrester. These installations must be carried out by an authorised
specialist.
▶If there is a risk of a thunderstorm, or if the equipment is to remain unused and unatten-
ded for a long period, protect your product additionally by unplugging all systems compon-
ents and disconnecting all connecting cables and supply cables, for example, instrument -
antenna.
Reasonably foreseeable
misuse
Environment
Manufacturer of the
product
Person responsible for the
product
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