Reference Manual

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Safety Information 5Q3 Dosing Module
2 Safety Information
• Read and understand the instructions in this manual before using the instrument.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
• Include this manual if you pass on the instrument to other parties.
If the instrument is not used according to the instructions in this manual or if it is modified, the safety of the
instrument may be impaired and Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes no liability.
2.1 Definitions of signal words and warning symbols
Safety notes contain important information on safety issues. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal
injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results. Safety notes are marked with the following
signal words and warning symbols:
Signal words
WARNING
A hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe injury if
not avoided.
CAUTION
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other
material damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.
Warning symbols
General hazard: read the User Manual or the Reference Manual for information about the hazards
and the resulting measures.
Electrical shock Notice
2.2 Product-specific safety notes
Intended use
This dosing system is designed to be used in analytical laboratories by trained staff. The dosing system is
intended for weighing and dosing powder or liquid samples.
Any other type of use and operation beyond the limits of use stated by Mettler-Toledo GmbH without consent
from Mettler-Toledo GmbH is considered as not intended.
Responsibilities of the instrument owner
The instrument owner is the person holding the legal title to the instrument and who uses the instrument or
authorizes any person to use it, or the person who is deemed by law to be the operator of the instrument. The
instrument owner is responsible for the safety of all users of the instrument and third parties.
METTLER TOLEDO assumes that the instrument owner trains users to safely use the instrument in their
workplace and deal with potential hazards. METTLER TOLEDO assumes that the instrument owner provides the
necessary protective gear.
Protective equipment
Chemical-resistant gloves Gloves
Lab coat
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