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Important Advice
Purpose of the Device
BRAILLEX EL 80s is intended to be used for the purpose of compensation for the
visual handicap of blind people.
According to the European Council directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Devices
Directive), they have therefor been classified as active class I medical devices.
These products may only be used in home or office environments. In medical
facilities, this product may only be used in office rooms.
The connected PC must comply with the standards regarding safety and EMC
(electro-magnetic compatibility) relevant for the area where it is used.
Safety Advice
Before starting to operate the BRAILLEX EL device, the user should read this
manual.
The device shall only be installed by a trained person.
The device may only be used with the original accessories and in combination
with the products foreseen for this purpose by F. H. Papenmeier. If a
combination with other devices is necessary, those devices must comply with the
relevant standards.
The device may only be used in closed and dry rooms. The ambient
temperature must not exceed 40° C (ca. 105° F). Do not expose the device
to direct sunlight or humidity (rain).
Repairs and maintenance work may only be undertaken by Papenmeier or by
authorized service centers.
There are no known risks for your health that might be caused by the use of this
product.
General Precautions
Our products guarantee optimum safety and reduce to a minimum the strain
caused through over-exertion. However, when respecting some precautions you
can contribute to avoid prejudice to your health or damage to the product.
If a cellular phone is used close to the product, a minimum distance of 30 cm (1
ft) shall be respected.
Do not expose the product to strong pressure, and do not drop any objects on
the product. This might damage the product or lead to misfunctions.
In order to avoid repetitive strain injury at your hands caused through long-time
use of the function elements and reading the Braille display, we suggest pauses
and relaxation exercise. In specialized bookshops you also find literature on how
to equip a workplace in an ergonomical way and on how to avoid strain through
an appropriate sitting position.
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