User manual
Operating instructions
BSK-100 Endoscope
Item no. 123344
Intended use
The endoscope is a visual aid for optical troubleshooting and inspection at powered-
down systems and facilities The camera image is displayed on the integrated TFT
monitor, and the lighting in the tip of the camera can be controlled. The swan neck
camera is watertight and suitable for use in watery liquids (no acids or lye). The basic
device must not be exposed to humidity or submersed. Power is supplied via four
AA batteries (not included). Operation in explosive atmospheres or use with persons
and animals is not permissible.
For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If
you use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may
be damaged. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting,
re, electric shock etc. Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this
product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All
company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All
rights reserved.
Delivery content
• Endoscope
• Operating instructions
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 this manual, we assume no liability
for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases
will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
a) General
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may
become dangerous playing material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong
jolts, high humidity, moisture, ammable 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.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection
of the device.
• Maintenance, modications and repairs are to be performed exclusively
by an expert or at a qualied shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating
instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical
personnel.
b) Persons / Product
• The device is a precision tool. Do not drop it and do not subject it to any
impacts.
• The basic device is not water-tight and therefore cannot be used
underwater.
• Protect the base unit from splash water.
• The endoscope must only be used for inspection in powered-down
systems. The camera head is made of metal and can lead to short-circuit.
• For reasons of safety, power down all system parts before any inspection.
• Sensitive surfaces (with furniture polish, etc.) may cause chemical
reactions with the casing.
• Attention, LED light:
- Do not look directly into the LED light!
- Do not look into the beam directly or with optical instruments!
c) (Rechargeable) batteries
• Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the (rechargeable)
batteries.
• (Rechargeable) batteries 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 (rechargeable) batteries might cause acid burns when in
contact with skin, therefore use suitable protective gloves to handle
corrupted (rechargeable) batteries.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not
leave (rechargeable) batteries lying around, as there is risk, that children
or pets swallow them.
• All (rechargeable) batteries should be replaced at the same time.
Mixing old and new (rechargeable) batteries in the device can lead to
(rechargeable) battery leakage and device damage.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or
thrown into re. Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. There is a
risk of explosion!
d) Miscellaneous
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection
of the device.
• Maintenance, modications and repairs are to be performed exclusively
by an expert or at a qualied shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating
instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical
personnel.
Inserting / replacing batteries
• Using a suitable Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screws on the battery
compartments on both sides. Remove the battery compartment covers.
• Insert two AA batteries into each battery compartment, observing the polarity
markings inside the battery holder bays.
• Put the battery compartment covers back on, observing the guide lugs. Press the
battery compartment cover on the screw side slightly inwards until it engages.
Then tighten the screws, using moderate force.
• When the batteries have been run down, the endoscope automatically switches
off.