4. Safety Precautions
4.1 General Handling
● Handle the spectrometer with care.
● Make sure the spectrometer is placed on a flat surface with its red lid at the top.
● Do not operate in damp or wet conditions with RH >70%.
● Do not use the spectrometer in an outdoor environment.
● Do not disassemble the spectrometer or attempt to modify or repair it.
● Do not subject the spectrometer to mechanical shock or vibration.
● Do not cover the cooled detector.
● Do not operate the spectrometer in explosive environments.
● Only use the electrical cables provided.
● Avoid static electricity.
4.2 Fibre Installation
● Take care when installing the optical fibre.
● Only use FC/PC fibre connectors as specified in Section 5.3 of this manual.
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