Safety Information; Intended Use; Definitions Of Signal Warnings And Warning Symbols; Product Specific Safety Notes - Mettler Toledo WXS Serie Manual De Usuario

2 Safety Information

2.1 Intended use

Use the product only for weighing in accordance with this User manual.
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The weigh module is intended for indoor use only.
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Any other type of use and operation beyond the limits of technical specifications is considered as not
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intended.

2.2 Definitions of signal warnings 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
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Warning symbols
General hazard: read the User Manual or the Reference Manual for information about the hazards
and the resulting measures.
Electrical shock

2.3 Product specific safety notes

Your weigh module meets the state of the art technology and complies with all recognized safety rules, however,
certain hazards can arise.
Do not open the weigh module: It does not contain any parts which can be maintained, repaired or replaced by
the user. If you ever have problems with your weigh module, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO dealer or
service representative.
Observe instructions
Always operate and use your weigh module only in accordance with the instructions contained in the product
documentation. The instructions for setting up your weigh module must be strictly observed.
If the weigh module is not used according to the product manuals, protection of the weigh module may be
impaired and METTLER TOLEDO assumes no liability.
Staff safety
Use only METTLER TOLEDO accessories and peripheral devices, these items are designed to work optimally with
your weigh module.
Explosion hazard
It is not permitted to use the weigh module in explosive atmospheres of gases, steam, fog, dust and flammable
dust (hazardous environments).
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A hazardous situation with high risk, resulting in death or severe injury if not avoided.
A hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe injury if not
avoided.
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other material
damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.
Weigh Modules