Hach EZ Series Basic User Manual page 5

Section 4 General information
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for damages resulting from any improper use of product or
failure to comply with the instructions in the manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notice or obligation.
Revised editions are found on the manufacturer's website.
4.1 Safety information
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to misapplication or misuse of this product
including, without limitation, direct, incidental and consequential damages, and disclaims such
damages to the full extent permitted under applicable law. The user is soley responsible to identify
critical application risks and install appropriate mechanisms to protect processes during a possible
equipment malfunction.
Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up or operating this equipment. Pay
attention to all danger and caution statements. Failure to do so could result in serious injury to the
operator or damage to the equipment.
Make sure that the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired. Do not use or install this
equipment in any manner other than that specified in this manual.
4.1.1 Use of hazard information
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may cause damage to the instrument. Information that requires special
emphasis.
4.1.2 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 the need for protective eye wear.
This symbol indicates the need for protective gloves.
This symbol indicates the need for safety footwear.
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