Safety Messages; Introduction - HBM Genesis GEN5i User Manual

2 Safety Messages

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2.1

Introduction

IMPORTANT
Read this section before you start using this product!
This instrument is mains powered and protective ground connections are
required (unless otherwise specified for certain parts).
This manual contains information and warnings that must be observed to keep
the instrument in a safe condition. The instrument should not be used when
environmental conditions are not allowing it to (e.g. damp, high humidity) or if
the unit is damaged.
For the correct and safe use of this instrument it is essential that both operating
and service personnel follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition
to the safety precautions specified in this manual.
Whenever it is likely that safety protection has been impaired, the instrument
must be made inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.
Qualified maintenance or repair personnel should be informed. Safety
protection is likely to be impaired if, for example, the instrument shows visible
damage or fails to operate normally.
Appropriate use
This instrument and the connected transducers may be used for measurement
and directly related control tasks only. Any other use is not appropriate. To
ensure safe operation, the instrument may only be used as specified in this user
manual.
The covers protect the user from live parts and should only be removed by
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suitably qualified personnel for maintenance and repair purposes.
The instrument must not be operated with the covers removed.
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This instrument must not be used in life support roles.
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There are no user serviceable parts inside.
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