Areas Of Responsibility; Hazards In Use - Dimetix DLS-C 15 Technical Reference Manual

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10.3 Areas of responsibility

Responsibilities of the manufacturer of the original equipment Dimetix AG, CH-9100 Herisau (Dimetix):
Dimetix is responsible for supplying the product, including the Technical Reference Manual and original accessories, in a completely safe
condition.
Responsibilities of the manufacturer of non-Dimetix accessories:
The manufacturers of non-Dimetix accessories for the DLS-C(H)/FLS-C(H) 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 Dimetix
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 accordance with the
instructions. This person is also accountable for the deployment of personnel and for their training and for the
safety of the equipment when in use.
The person in charge of the instrument has the following duties:
1) To understand the safety instructions for the product and the instructions in the Technical Reference Manual.
2) To be familiar with local safety regulations relating to accident prevention.
3) To inform Dimetix immediately if the equipment becomes unsafe.

10.4 Hazards in use

WARNING: The absence of instruction, or the inadequate provision of instruction, can lead to incorrect or prohibited use, and
can give rise to accidents with far-reaching personal, material and environmental consequences.
Precautions:
All users must follow the safety instructions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person responsible for the instrument.
CAUTION:
Beware of erroneous distance measurements if the instrument is defective or if it has been dropped or has been
misused or modified.
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 DLS-C(H)/FLS-C(H) optics are kept clean.
WARNING: If labels are hidden when the DLS-C(H)/FLS-C(H) is installed, this could lead to dangerous situations.
Precautions:
Always ensure the visibility of DLS-C(H)/FLS-C(H) labels at all times or add labels in accordance with the local safety regulations.
CAUTION: When using the instrument for distance measurements or for positioning moving objects (e.g. cranes, building
equipment, platforms, etc.) unforeseen events (e.g. breaking the laser beam) may cause erroneous measurements.
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