Hitachi ug 50y Handling Instructions Manual page 54

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PRECAUTIONS FOR DIGITAL LASER METER
WARNING
1. Do not look directly at the laser beam through an optical
instrument.
Looking at the laser beam through a telescope, binoculars or
magnifying glass may damage your eyes.
2. If you feel the instrument is not working normally, do not under any
circumstances use it.
If the laser is too powerful or too weak, send the instrument for
repair.
3. Do not look directly into the laser beam.
Looking directly into the laser beam may damage your eyes.
4. Avoid using the laser at eye level.
If the laser beam hits your eyes directly, it may damage your eyes.
5. Do not stand in the path of the laser beam.
6. Do not under any circumstances disassemble or modify the
instrument.
In the event of breakdown or repair, contact the dealer where you
purchased the instrument or your nearest Hitachi Koki power tool
service centre.
7. Do not place any refl ective object in the path of the laser beam.
If the laser beam is refl ected into your eyes, it may damage your
eyes.
8. If you suspect any injury due to the laser beam, consult a doctor
immediately.
9. Do not point the laser beam at anyone.
10. Do not allow the instrument to be used by a child.
CAUTION
1. Be sure to check the measuring accuracy before and after use.
Using the instrument in a faulty condition may result in error.
2. Use the instrument in an ambient temperature of 0°C to 40°C.
Use in any other environment may result in loss of accuracy or
failure to emit the laser beam.
3. Do not leave the instrument in the following places.
Doing so may result in loss of accuracy or breakdown.
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○ Where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature
such as near a heating appliance
○ On the dashboard, in the trunk, on the luggage platform or in
direct sunlight inside a vehicle with the windows closed
○ Where it will be exposed to magnetism, vibration, dust, moisture
or humidity
4. Do not use the instrument if there is condensation on it.
Doing so may result in loss of accuracy or breakdown.
5. Do not use in a faulty condition.
Stop using the instrument immediately and contact the dealer
where it was purchased or your nearest Hitachi Koki power tool
service centre.
6. Do not subject the instrument to strong impact by dropping it or
knocking it over.
If dropped or knocked over, check the accuracy or send it for repair.
7. Do not expose the instrument to rain or water.
The performance or service life will be adversely aff ected and
malfunction may result.
8. Turn the power off before moving the instrument.
9. Do not touch the laser aperture or receiver lens.
Doing so may result in loss of accuracy.
10. Place the instrument in the soft case for carrying.
Vibration or impact may result in loss of accuracy or breakdown.
11. Store the instrument in the soft case.
Humidity or dust may cause breakdown.
12. Remove the battery when not in use.
Leakage of battery fl uid may cause breakdown.
13. User safety training
The user should have adequate understanding of the properties,
harmful eff ects, etc. of lasers.
14. Perform measuring in a safe place.
Disclaimer
○ Observe all safety warnings and instructions in this manual when
using the instrument.
Hitachi Koki assumes no responsibility for damages (including
losses due to interruption of business) arising from use of the product
other than in accordance with the instructions in the manual.