Definition Of Use; Limits Of Use; Responsibilities - Leica FlexLine plus User Manual

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Intended use
Reasonably
forseeable misuse
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Environment
DANGER
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Manufacturer of
the product
Person responsible
for the product
FlexLine plus, Safety Directions

Definition of Use

• Measuring horizontal and vertical angles.
• Measuring distances.
• Recording measurements.
• Visualizing the aiming direction and vertical axis.
• Data communication with external appliances.
• Computing by means of software.
• 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 certain functions.
• Modification or conversion of the product.
• Use after misappropriation.
• Use of products with obvious damages or defects.
• Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval
of Leica Geosystems.
• Deliberate dazzling of third parties.
• Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring application without
additional control and safety installations.
• Aiming directly into the sun.
• Inadequate safeguards at the working site.

Limits of Use

Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not
suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.
Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in
hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person
in charge of the product.

Responsibilities

Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosys-
tems, 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 Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application
becomes unsafe.
• To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of
e.g. radio transmitters or lasers are respected.
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