Leica DM 500, DM500 B Manual 11
Information for the person responsible for the instrument
Information for the person responsible for
the instrument
ϘEnsure that the Leica DM500 or DM500 B
microscope is used only by qualified person-
nel.
ϘEnsure that this user manual is always avail-
able at the Leica DM500 or DM500 B micro-
scope.
ϘCarry out regular inspections to make
certain that the authorized users are adher-
ing to safety requirements.
ϘWhen instructing new users, do so thor-
oughly and explain the meanings of the
warning signs and messages.
ϘAssign individual responsibilities for start-
ing, operating and servicing the instru-
ment and monitor the observance of these
responsibilities.
ϘDo not use the Leica DM500 or DM500 B
microscope unless it is in perfect condition.
ϘInform your Leica representative or Leica
Microsystems (Schweiz) AG, Industry Divi-
sion, 9435 Heerbrugg, Switzerland, imme-
diately of any product defect that could
potentially cause injury or harm.
ϘIf you use accessories made by third-party
manufacturers with the Leica DM500 or
DM500 B microscope, be sure that each
such manufacturer confirms that the
combination is safe to use and observe the
product's user manual.
ϘModifications and maintenance of the Leica
DM500 or DM500 B microscope may only
be performed by professionals expressly
authorized by Leica.
ϘOnly original Leica replacement parts may
be used in servicing the product.
ϘAfter service work or technical modifica-
tions, the unit must be reconfigured with
observance to our technical requirements.
ϘIf the unit is modified or serviced by unau-
thorized persons, is improperly maintained
(as long as maintenance was not carried
out by us), or is handled improperly, Leica
will not accept any liability.
ϘThe electric installation in the building
must conform to the national standard, e.g.
current-operated ground leakage protec-
tion (fault-current protection) is suggested.