Chapter 1 Safety; Safety Information; General Warnings - THORLABS MFF101 User Manual

Chapter 1 Safety

1.1 Safety Information

For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the
equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes
throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself.
The following safety symbols may be used throughout the handbook and on the
equipment itself.
Given when there is a risk of injury from electrical shock.
Given when there is a risk of damage to the product.
Clarification of an instruction or additional information.

1.2 General Warnings

When the unit is powered up, do not move the flipper arm by hand.
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified in the handbook, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. In particular,
Spillage of fluid, such as sample solutions, should be avoided. If spillage does
occur, clean up immediately using absorbant tissue. Do not allow spilled fluid
When running custom move sequences, or under fault conditions, the stage
may move unexpectedly. Operators should take care when working inside the
Shock Warning
Warning
Given when there is a risk of injury to users.
Caution
Warnings
excessive moisture may impair operation.
to enter the internal mechanism.
The equipment is for indoor use only.
moving envelope of the stage.
Note
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