Introduction - Leica EM TIC 3X Operating Manual

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Introduction

In order to ensure the safety of service technicians and operators, and to prevent any
damage to the Leica EM TIC 3X Triple Ion Beam Cutter system, it is essential to read
this manual carefully before beginning any work with the system.
This operating manual is intended to help the user to understand the system more
completely, to use it within the specified limits of its working capabilities, and to
maintain and service it in accordance with its physical parameters.
This operating manual includes important information regarding proper and
economical installation, operation, servicing, troubleshooting and repair. Following
these instructions will help to prevent hazards, reduce repair and downtime costs,
and prolong the system's service life.
In certain chapters, a certain symbol refers to the function or respective section of
text and is relevant for the operation or maintenance of the system, or indicates
important descriptions or additional remarks:
Symbols in this manual and their meaning:
Danger!
All paragraphs in the operating manual that contain instructions regarding
possible hazards are identified with this symbol. Failure to observe these alerts
may result in serious injury! Users of the instrument must comply with
instructions at all times.
Caution!
This symbol alerts the user to important information which may endanger staff
or result in damage to the system if it is ignored.
Note!
This symbol indicates further information relating to a previous explanation,
which does not have a safety-critical function. However, it is important to
follow this information to ensure that the system functions optimally.
This symbol indicates the necessary work processes for scheduled and
unscheduled maintenance with consideration of the safety equipment. Another
symbol indicates the qualification that is required in order to carry out such
work.
Wear work gloves!
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