Levenhuk Pico Polar 77980 [6/40] Battery safety instructions

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Care and maintenance

• Never, under any circumstances, look directly at the Sun, another bright source of light or at a laser

through this device, as this may cause PERMANENT RETINAL DAMAGE and may lead to BLINDNESS.

• Take necessary precautions when using the device with children or others who have not read or who do not

fully understand these instructions.

• Aer unpacking your microscope and before using it for the rst time check for integrity and durability of every

component and connection.

• Do not try to disassemble the device on your own for any reason. For repairs and cleaning of any kind, please

• Abrasive particles, such as sand, should not be wiped o lenses, but instead blown o or brushed away with a

so brush.

• Do not use the device for lengthy periods of time or leave it unattended in direct sunlight. Keep the device

away from water and high humidity.

• Be careful during your observations, always replace the dust cover aer you are nished with observations to

protect the device from dust and stains.

• If you are not using your microscope for extended periods of time, store the objective lenses and eyepieces

separately from the microscope.

• Store the device in a dry, cool place away from hazardous acids and other chemicals, away from heaters, open

re, and other sources of high temperatures.

microscope. Plugging the instrument into a dierent power outlet may damage the electric circuitry of the

microscope, burn out the lamp, or even cause a short circuit.

• Seek medical advice immediately if a small part or a battery is swallowed.

Battery safety instructions

• Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use.

• Always replace the whole set of batteries at one time; taking care not to mix old and new ones, or batteries of

dierent types.

• Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.

• Make sure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –).

• Remove batteries from equipment that is not to be used for an extended period of time.

• Utilize used batteries as prescribed by your country’s laws.

Levenhuk Warranty

Levenhuk products, except for their accessories, carry a 2-year warranty against defects in materials and

workmanship. All Levenhuk accessories are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for

six months from the purchase date. The warranty entitles you to the free repair or replacement of the Levenhuk

product in any country where a Levenhuk oce is located if all the warranty conditions are met.

For further details, please visit: www.levenhuk.com/warranty

If warranty problems arise or if you need assistance in using your product, please contact the local Levenhuk

branch.