Hazards Of Use - Leica Ultra User Manual

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Ultra, Safety Directions

Hazards of Use

Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been
misused, modified, stored for long periods or transported.
Precautions:
Periodically carry out test measurements and perform tests indicated in the user manual,
particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after
important measurements.
Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use the product in the vicinity
of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.
Precautions:
Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environ-
ment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and
follow their instructions.
Working on or near live electrical utilities may cause you to receive an electric shock or result
in equipment damage.
Precautions:
• Do not operate equipment unless you are properly qualified and familiar with its use.
• Do not exceed equipment's recommended ratings and instructions of use.
• Inspect equipment's cables and accessories for damage, do not use if faulty.
• Do not work on electrically live power utilities unless you are properly qualified.
• Use personal protective equipment rated for the utilities voltage and current.
• Familiarise yourself with National and Work regulations governing safety and accident
prevention.
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