Precautionary Labels - Hach NV3300 User Manual

Precautionary labels

Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or damage to the instrument
could occur if not observed. A symbol on the instrument is referenced in the manual with a
precautionary statement.
This is the safety alert symbol. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid potential
injury. If on the instrument, refer to the instruction manual for operation or safety information.
This symbol indicates that a risk of electrical shock and/or electrocution exists.
This symbol identifies the presence of a strong corrosive or other hazardous substance and a risk of
chemical harm. Only individuals qualified and trained to work with chemicals should handle chemicals
or perform maintenance on chemical delivery systems associated with the equipment.
This symbol indicates the presence of devices sensitive to Electro-static Discharge (ESD) and
indicates that care must be taken to prevent damage with the equipment.
This symbol indicates the need for protective eye wear.
Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in European domestic or public
disposal systems. Return old or end-of-life equipment to the manufacturer for disposal at no charge to
the user.
Electromagnetic waves
Multiple hazards. Do not disassemble the instrument for maintenance. If the internal components must
be cleaned or repaired, contact the manufacturer.
Electromagnetic radiation hazard. Do not use the instrument in dangerous environments.
This instrument is sensitive to electromagnetic and electromechanical interference. These interferences can have
an effect on the analysis performance of this instrument. Do not put this instrument near equipment that can
cause interference.
Obey the safety information that follows to operate the instrument in accordance with local, regional
and national requirements.
• Do not operate the instrument in hospitals and equivalent establishments or near medical
equipment, such as pace makers or hearing aids.
• Do not operate the instrument near highly flammable substances, such as fuels, highly flammable
chemicals and explosives.
• Do not operate the instrument near combustible gases, vapors or dust.
• Keep the instrument away from strong vibration or shock.
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