General Note; Safety; Intended Use; Safety Signs And Symbols - Vwr Rm 20 Bedienungsanleitung

H63.0.21.6C-02_VWR

1 General Note

Read this document carefully and get used to the operation of the device before you use it.
Keep this document within easy reach near the device for consulting in case of doubt.
Mounting, start-up, operating, maintenance and removing from operation must be done by qualified, specially
trained staff that have carefully read and understood this manual before starting any work.
The manufacturer will assume no liability or warranty in case of usage for other purpose than the intended one,
ignoring this manual, operating by unqualified staff as well as unauthorized modifications to the device.
The manufacturer is not liable for any costs or damages incurred at the user or third parties because of the usage or
application of this device, in particular in case of improper use of the device, misuse or malfunction of the
connection or of the device.
The manufacturer is not liable for misprints.

2 Safety

2.1 Intended Use

The MR 20 is a material moisture measuring device with moisture display and rating.
Before measuring the material is chosen by selecting an suitable curve from the list at the backside of the instrument
and entering it via key
The measuring is done by pressing the measuring needles into the material – after a short time the measuring value
is displayed. Due to its construction it is especially suited to measure firewood and construction timber. Additional
many construction materials can be evaluated.

2.2 Safety signs and symbols

Warnings are labelled in this document with the followings signs:
Caution! This symbol warns of imminent danger, death, serious injuries and
significant damage to property at non-observance.
DANGER
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Attention! This symbol warns of possible dangers or dangerous situations
which can provoke damage to the device or environment at non-observance.
Note! This symbol point out processes which can indirectly influence operation
or provoke unforeseen reactions at non-observance.

2.3 Safety guidelines

This device has been designed and tested in accordance with the safety regulations for electronic devices. However,
its trouble-free operation and reliability cannot be guaranteed unless the standard safety measures and special safety
advises given in this manual will be adhered to when using the device.
1. Trouble-free operation and reliability of the device can only be guaranteed if the device is not subjected to any
other climatic conditions than those stated under "Specification".
If the device is transported from a cold to a warm environment condensation may cause in a failure of the
function. In such a case make sure the device temperature has adjusted to the ambient temperature before trying
a new start-up.
2. If there is a risk whatsoever involved in running it, the device has to be switched off immediately
and to be marked accordingly to avoid re-starting.
Operator safety may be a risk if - there is visible damage to the device.
- the device is not working as specified.
- the device has been stored under unsuitable conditions for a longer time.
DANGER
In case of doubt, please return device to manufacturer for repair or maintenance.
3. Do not use these products as safety or emergency stop devices or in any other application where
failure of the product could result in personal injury or material damage.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury and material
damage.
DANGER
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