Intended Use - Olympus IX73 Instructions Manual

Safety Symbols
The following symbols are found on the microscope. Study the meaning of the symbols and always use the equip-
ment in the safest possible manner.
Symbol
Caution labels
Caution labels are placed at parts where special precaution is required when handling and using the microscope.
Always pay attentions to the caution labels.
Positions of caution labels
If the caution label becomes dirty or is peeled off, contact Olympus for replacement.
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Intended use

This device has been designed to be used to observe magnified images of specimens in various routine work and
research applications.
Do not use this device for any purpose other than its intended use.
EN61326-1 defines two categories according to the location for use.
Class A : Equipment suitable for use in establishments other than domestic, and those directly connected to a low volt-
age power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
Class B : Equipment for use in domestic establishments, and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage
power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
This product is applied Class A. Some interference may occur if this system is used in domestic location.
USA: CAUTION:
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of an appropriately licensed healthcare practitioner.
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Indicates that the surface becomes hot, and should not be touched with bare hands.
Indicates a non-specific general hazard. Follow the description given after this symbol or
in the instruction manual.
Indicates that the main switch is ON.
Indicates that the main switch is OFF.
Lamp housing
Back side of microscope frame
This product complies with the requirements of directive 98/79/EC concerning in vitro diagnos-
tic medical devices. CE marking means the conformity to the directive.
Explanation