Handling The Basic Braille - Handy Tech Basic Braille User Manual

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of the battery of the Bluetooth device. An improperly replace of the battery can cause high
temperature, fire or risk of injury due bursting of the battery.
Avoid switching your Basic Braille on immediately after moving it from a cold room into a
warm environment. Under unfavorable conditions, condensation might damage the device.
Wait until the device has warmed to room temperature before turning it on.
Take care that the interface cable is laid such that it do not pose a hazard (danger of
tripping over them).
When plugging in or removing the data cable of the Braille display, take care not to touch
the pins of the plugs, since this could result in an electrostatic discharge which could
damage the interface of your computer. Before unplugging the cable from the device,
disconnect it from your PC.
Before cleaning the device, always unplug the external power supply unit from the mains
outlet and disconnect the USB cable.
If the Basic Braille was dropped, the housing has become damaged, or it is malfunctioning,
turn the unit off immediately. It needs to be serviced by authorized service personnel.
At the end of its useful life, the device must be disposed of in accordance with the
applicable guidelines for electronic equipment.
6.4

Handling the Basic Braille

The Basic Braille's Braille modules utilize very reliable and maintenance-free piezo
technology. If handled properly, you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation.
Always operate the Basic Braille at normal room temperature and protect it from humidity.
Avoid exposing the Basic Braille to extreme changes in temperature.
Do not drop your Basic Braille, and avoid exposing it to strong vibrations.
It is better for your Basic Braille if you take care to operate it with clean hands, because
otherwise the tactile pins can become sticky and may release only if prodded.
Please ensure that no fluids enter into the Braille display. The Braille elements are
especially sensitive to humidity, because humidity could destroy the high-voltage piezo
elements.
We recommend covering the Basic Braille when it is not in use to prevent dust from
entering the housing.
Clean your Basic Braille with a damp cloth without any cleaners. The Braille elements may
be cleaned only with a dry, lint-free cloth.
The Braille elements should be cleaned and serviced thoroughly every two years in
average operating conditions. In general, during servicing of the Braille elements, all tactile
pins and key heads will be replaced and all input elements checked. An endurance test will
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