
1 Safety Instructions
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1 Safety Instructions
• Read the documentation before using
L-Rix 5000/5100/5200.
• Follow all hints and instructions contained in the
documentation to ensure the correct use and
safe functioning of L-Rix 5000/5100/5200.
• The documentation is a part of the product.
Keep this document for the complete working
life of the product and make sure it is easily
accessible to all people involved with the prod-
uct. If you receive any additions or revisions to
the documentation from Anton Paar GmbH,
these must be treated as part of the documenta-
tion.
1.1 General Safety Instructions
Liability
• This document does not claim to address all
safety issues associated with the use of the
instrument and samples. It is your responsibility
to establish health and safety practices and
determine the applicability of regulatory limita-
tions.
• Anton Paar GmbH only warrants the proper
functioning of L-Rix 5000/5100/5200 if no
adjustments have been made to the mechanics,
electronics, and firmware.
• Only use L-Rix 5000/5100/5200 for the purpose
described in the documentation. Anton Paar
GmbH is not liable for damages caused by
incorrect use of L-Rix 5000/5100/5200.
Installation and use
• L-Rix 5000/5100/5200 is not an explosion-proof
instrument and therefore must not be operated
in areas with risk of explosion.
• The installation procedure should only be car-
ried out by authorized personnel who are famil-
iar with the installation instructions.
• Do not use any accessories or spare parts other
than those supplied or approved by Anton Paar
GmbH (see Chapter 3 ).
• Make sure all operators are trained to use the
instrument safely and correctly before starting
any applicable operations.
• In case of damage or malfunction, do not con-
tinue operating L-Rix 5000/5100/5200. Do not
operate the instrument under conditions which
could result in damage to goods and/or injuries
and loss of life.
• Check L-Rix 5000/5100/5200 for chemical resis-
tance to the samples and cleaning agents.
• Use only approved cleaning agents. Follow
manufacturer's instructions for dosing and do
not overdose for environmental reasons. Do not
exceed manufacturer's recommendations for
cleaning temperatures (Typ. 50-70 °C) . One
hour cleaning per week is enough for the sen-
sors. Rinsing with hot water should only be done
once a day.
Maintenance and service
• The results delivered by L-Rix 5000/5100/5200
not only depend on the correct functioning of the
instrument, but also on various other factors.
We therefore recommend you have the results
checked (e.g. plausibility tested) by skilled per-
sonnel before consequential actions are taken
based on the results.
• Service and repair procedures may only be car-
ried out by authorized personnel or by Anton
Paar GmbH.
Disposal
• Concerning the disposal of L-Rix 5000/5100/
5200, observe the legal requirements in your
country.
Returns
• For repairs send the cleaned L-Rix 5000/5100/
5200 (instrument) to your Anton Paar represen-
tative. Only return the instrument together with
the filled out RMA (Return Material Authoriza-
tion) and the form "Safety Declaration for Instru-
ment Repairs". Please download the Safety
Declaration form from our website www.anton-
paar.com.
• Do not return instruments which are contami-
nated by radioactive materials, infectious agents
or other harmful substances that cause health
hazards.