Safety
Information to the user
The RMP600 is supplied with two non-
rechargeable AA alkaline batteries.Lithium-thionyl
chloride non-rechargeable AA batteries (approved
to BS EN 62133:2013 [IEC 62133:2012]) may
also be used. Once the charge in these batteries
is depleted, do not attempt to recharge them.
Please ensure replacement batteries are of the
correct type and are fitted in accordance with
the instructions in this manual (see Section 5,
“Maintenance”), and as indicated on the product.
For specific battery operating, safety and
disposal guidelines, please refer to the battery
manufacturer’s literature.
• Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.
• Please dispose of waste batteries in
accordance with your local environmental and
safety laws.
• Replace the batteries only with the specified
type.
• Ensure that all batteries are inserted with the
correct polarity.
• Do not store batteries in direct sunlight.
• Do not heat or dispose of batteries in a fire.
• Do not short-circuit or force discharge the
batteries.
• Do not disassemble, pierce, deform or apply
excessive pressure to the batteries.
• Do not swallow the batteries.
• Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not get batteries wet.
• If a battery is damaged, exercise caution when
handling it.
Please ensure that you comply with international
and national battery transport regulations when
transporting batteries or the products.
Lithium batteries are classified as dangerous
goods and strict controls apply to their shipment
by air.To reduce the risk of shipment delays, if you
need to return the products to Renishaw for any
reason, do not return any batteries.
The RMP600 has a glass window. Handle with
care if broken to avoid injury.
Information to the machine supplier/
installer
It is the machine supplier’s responsibility to ensure
that the user is made aware of any hazards
involved in operation, including those mentioned
in Renishaw product literature, and to ensure
that adequate guards and safety interlocks are
provided.
Under certain circumstances, the probe signal
may falsely indicate a probe seated condition.Do
not rely on probe signals to halt the movement of
the machine.
Information to the equipment installer
All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply
with the relevant EC and FCC regulatory
requirements.It is the responsibility of the
equipment installer to ensure that the following
guidelines are adhered to, in order for the product
to function in accordance with these regulations:
• any interface MUST be installed in a position
away from any potential sources of electrical
noise, i.e. power transformers, servo drives etc;
The use of this symbol on the batteries,
packaging or accompanying documents indicates
that used batteries should not be mixed with
general household waste. Please dispose of
the used batteries at a designated collection
point.This will prevent potential negative effects
on the environment and human health which
could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling. Please contact your local authority or
waste disposal service concerning the separate
collection and disposal of batteries. All lithium and
rechargeable batteries must be fully discharged or
protected from short circuiting prior to disposal.
