LCD Digital Microscope DM 5 – Operating instructions – Page 3
General instructions
• Never place the device on an unstable base.
The device can be damaged by falling.
• The device is not for use by children. It is not a toy.
• Please also note the safety instructions and operating instructions
of other devices connected to this device.
• Commercial facilities must comply with the accident-prevention
regulations established by the Employer‘s Liability Insurance
Association for electrical systems and equipment.
• The operation of this device must be overseen by trained personnel in
schools, educational establishments, hobby and self-help workshops.
• If you have any questions or doubts about the device, its operation,
safety or correct connection, please contact our customer service.
• The seller accepts no liability for damages that occur during the use
of the device or for third-party complaints.
Packaging materials
• Keep children and animals away from packaging materials.
Danger of suffocation!
Ambient conditions
• Avoid subjecting the device to strong mechanical stress.
Protect the device against vibration, hard knocks, do not let it fall
and do not shake it.
• Do not subject the device to extreme temperatures (below -5 °C or
above 50 °C) or to extreme or rapid temperature fluctuations.
Protect the device against direct sunlight and proximity to heat sources
such as open fires, ovens or heating elements.
• The device is not waterproof. Do not use the device in rooms with
high humidity, for example in bathrooms, and do not drop it in water.
• Do not use the device in dusty locations.
• Protect the lens and LCD display from strong lighting such as e.g.
direct sunlight. This could damage the light sensitivity of the device.
• It cannot be entirely excluded that certain paints, plastics or furniture
care products could damage the material of the housing. To avoid
unwanted marks on furniture, keep the device away from sensitive
surfaces.
Use
• Do not touch the lens or the LCD display to avoid scratches and
fingerprints.
• Do not look directly into the LED lamps when they are switched on.
The light could damage your eyes.
• The LCD display may become slightly warm during operation.
This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction.
Malfunctions
• Switch the device offimmediately if any object or liquid penetrates
the device, if smoke comes out of the device or if you notice a strange
odour. Have the device checked by an authorised expert before using
it again.
• Do not disassemble the device and do not try to repair it yourself.
Batteries
• Batteries must not be subjected to excessive heat such as sunlight,
fire or anything similar.
• When not using the device for long periods of time, remove the
batteries to prevent damage caused by leaking batteries.
• If you wish to replace the batteries, replace them all at once and ensure
that the new batteries are inserted with the correct polarity (+/-).
• Only use batteries from well-known brands and of the same type
(1.5 V, AA).
• Spent batteries must not be recharged, short-circuited or forcibly
opened.
• Do not dispose of used batteries with household waste. Hand them in
to a local disposal centre.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Should a battery be
swallowed, consult a doctor or the emergency services immediately.
Cleaning and care
• Always store the device in a clean, dry place.
• Use a dry soft cloth to clean the outer surfaces.
Safety information
Please read these safety instructions through thoroughly before using the product for the first time.
