Safety Instructions; A) General Information; B) Electrical Safety; C) Batteries - Renkforce MD 150 Operating Instructions Manual

6. Safety instructions

Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety
information and information on proper handling in these operating instructions, we will assume
no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the
warranty/guarantee.

a) General information

• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous toy for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture,
flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, stop using it and prevent unauthorised use. Safe
operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.
• Always handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height may damage the
product.
• Always observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the
product.
• If you do not have sufficient knowledge of how to use a metal detector, contact an experienced user or
refer to relevant documentation.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the product.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs may only be carried out by a technician or a specialist repair
centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical
support service or other technical personnel.

b) Electrical safety

• Never use the product immediately after it has been brought from a cold environment into a warm one.
The condensation generated could destroy the product. Allow the product to reach ambient temperature
before connecting it to the power supply and putting it to use. This may take several hours.
• The product must not get damp or wet (apart from the detection probe).

c) Batteries

• Check that the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity.
• To prevent battery leakage, remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the product for an
extended period. Leaking or damaged batteries may cause acid burns if they come into contact with
your skin. Always use suitable protective gloves when handling damaged batteries.
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