6. Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you do
not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in these operating instruc-
tions, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases
will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous playing material
for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, moisture, flammable gases,
vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any
accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the
product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the
product.
• Do use the device in rooms or at unfavourable ambient conditions in which there may or could be com-
bustible gases, vapours or dust. Avoid an operation near:
- strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields
- transmitting aerials or HF generators
- since this could affect the measurement.
• The product is only protected against ingress of solid foreign bodies with a diameter > 1 mm when the
protective cap is properly fastened and the housing is completely closed. The data logger must not be
operated with the battery compartment open or without the protective cap..
• Battery must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave battery lying around, as there is risk, that
children or pets swallow it.
• Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the battery.
• Battery should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long period of time to avoid damage
through leaking. Leaking or damaged battery might cause acid burns when in contact with skin, therefore
use suitable protective gloves to handle corrupted battery.
• Do not disassemble, short-circuit or throw battery into fire. Never recharge non-rechargeable battery.
There is a risk of explosion!
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