Symbols - Leica M-Series User Manual

Safety regulations
Electrically-operated items
The safety regulations listed below apply to the following items:
– Transmitted-light stand, bright field, 20W (page 20)
– Mains lamp 25W (page 28)
– Regulating transformer 0–7V/40W (page 26)
– Step transformer 4/5/6V (page 26)
– Motor focus (separate instructions)
Liquids
Be careful when handling liquids. If spilt on the equipment,
they can:
– cause the stereomicroscopes and accessories to become
electrically live, endangering personnel
– cause damage to the equipment.
Power cables
Inspect cables regularly for damage. Defective cables can:
– directly endanger personnel
– cause the stereomicroscopes and accessories to become
electrically live, endangering personnel.
Positioning cables
Position cables with care. Make sure that personnel do not get
entangled with them. The instrument could fall over, fall down,
become damaged, damage other equipment, or cause personal
injury.
Opening the instrument
Only authorized Leica personnel are permitted to repair
electrical equipment.
Before opening up the equipment, pull out the power cable.
If you touch the live interior of the equipment, you may receive
an electric shock.
Grid voltage
Ensure that the voltage setting on the equipment is correct.
A wrong setting can cause damage to the equipment.
Connections
When connecting power-consuming devices to the trans-
formers, do not exceed the maximum permitted loading, as this
can cause damage to the equipment.
Changing bulbs
• Before changing a bulb, disconnect the power cable.
• Never attempt to touch the inside of a lamp housing or
transmitted-light stand while the instrument is connected
to the power supply.
• Before changing a bulb, wait until it is cool, otherwise you
may burn your fingers.
Legal requirements
Adhere to general and local regulations relating to accident
prevention and environmental protection.
Conformity with European Community directive
The electrically-operated accessories for the Leica MS5, MZ6,
MZ7 , MZ9 , MZ12 and MZAPO stereomicroscopes are
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constructed in accordance with the latest technologies and are
provided with a statement of conformity with EC requirements.
You will find these symbols in the user manual:
Safety direction
This symbol denotes information which must be read
and obeyed.
Failure to respect it can cause injury
Failure to respect it can cause malfunctioning,
or damage to the equipment
Warning about accessible hot places, e.g. bulbs
Failure to respect it can cause burns
Important information
This symbol denotes additional information
or explanations which promote understanding.
Action
This symbol within the text indicates that certain operations
must be carried out.
Explanatory notes
• This symbol within the text stands for additional information
and explanations.
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