Starter Kit Instruction Manual Safety Instructions 11
3.3 G eneralsafety instructions
•Never attempt to use a system for purposes
other than those detailed in this manual.
•Never attempt to use a system in conjunc-
tion with other instruments without obtain-
ing prior information and approval from the
manufacturer.
•Never attempt to use spare parts other than
those supplied by the manufacturer.
•If an instrument is to be left unused for any
length of time, protect the instrument against
dust and/or humidity.
3.4 Environmental conditions
•Like any other electrical device, the system
must not be located near a water tap.
•The instrument must be kept away from po-
tential sources of interference.
•The system must not be exposed to direct
sunlight, heat, dust or excessivehumidity (use
only in a clean laboratory environment).
•Takecare not to spill liquid on an instr ument.
In the event of accidental spillage, proceed as
follows:
[1] Switch off the instrument immediately.
[2] Unplug the instrumentfrom the mains.
[3] Wipe the instrument down with a dry
tissue.
[4] Check all the electrical functions.
•Ensure sufficient ventilationo f the instrument
to prevent overheating.
3.5 Compliance and informa-tion
In the event of operating faults or other technical
incidents for which a remedy is not described in this
manual, please contact the manufacturer or Alpes
Lasers SA representative immediately.
(http://www.alpeslasers.ch/contacts.htm)