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General Information
About this Instruction Manual
Please read the safety instructions in this manual carefully. To
avoid damage to the unit and the risk of injury, only use this
product as described in the manual.
Keep the instruction manual handy so that you can easily look
up information on all the functions.
DANGER!
You will find this symbol in front of every section
of text which deals with the risk of severe injury
or even death in the event of improper use.
CAREFUL!
You will find this symbol before every section of
text that deals with the risk of minor to severe
injuries resulting from improper use.
NOTE!
You will find this symbol in front of every section
of text which deals with the risk of damage to
property or the environment.
Intended Use
This product is intended only for private use.
It was developed for the magnified display of things in nature.
General Warning
DANGER!
Tools with sharp edges and points are often used
when working with this device. For this reason, store
this device and all accessories and tools in a location that is
out of the reach of children. There is a RISK OF INJURY!
DANGER!
This device contains electronic components which op-
erate via a power source (power supply and/or batter-
ies). Do not leave children unattended when using the device.
Only use the device as described in the manual, otherwise you
run the RISK of an ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DANGER!
Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use
only the supplied power adapter. Do not short circuit
the device or batteries, or throw them into a fire. Excessive
heat or improper handling could trigger a short circuit, fires or
even explosions.
DANGER!
Never bend, pinch, pull or run over the power and
connecting cables or extensions/adapters. Protect the
cables from sharp edges and heat. Before operation, check
the device, cables and connections for damage.
Never use a damaged unit or a unit with damaged power ca-
bles, etc. Damaged parts must be exchanged by an author-
ized service centre immediately.
Position your device so that it can be disconnected from the power
supply at any time. The wall socket should always be located near
the device and be easily accessible, since the plug on the power
cord serves as a disconnecting device for the power supply.
DANGER!
Children should only use the device under adult su-
pervision. Keep packaging material (plastic bags, rub-
ber bands, etc.) out of the reach of children! There is a RISK
OF CHOKING!
CAREFUL!
Children must not have access to the included chemi-
cals and liquids. Do not drink the chemicals. Wash
hands thoroughly with running water after use. In the event of
contact with the eyes or mouth, rinse thoroughly with water. In
the event of pain, contact a doctor immediately and take the
substances with you.
NOTE!
Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect,
please contact the Service Centre in your country (see the
warranty card).
Do not expose the device to temperatures above 40°C.
NOTES on cleaning
Separate the device from the power supply before cleaning
(remove plug).
Only use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the device.
NOTE!
Do not use any cleaning fluid to avoid damaging
the electronics.
Clean the lenses (eyepiece and/or lens) with a soft and lint-free
cloth only (e.g. microfibre).
NOTE!
Do not apply excess pressure to the cloth so as
to avoid scratching the lenses.
To remove more stubborn dirt, moisten the cleaning cloth with
an eyeglass-cleaning solution and wipe the lenses gently.
Protect the device from dust and moisture! After use - in par-
ticular in situations of high humidity - let the device acclimatize
for a short period of time, so that the residual moisture can dis-
sipate. Remove the dust cover and store it in the included bag.
Disposal
Dispose of the packaging materials properly, ac-
cording to their type (paper, cardboard, etc). Contact
your local waste disposal service or environmental authority
for information on the proper disposal.
Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household gar-
bage! As per the Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Par-
liament on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its
adaptation into German law, used electronic devices must be
collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friend-
ly manner. Empty old batteries must be disposed of at battery
collection points by the consumer. You can find out more in-
formation about the disposal of devices or batteries produced
after 01.06.2006 from your local waste disposal service or en-
vironmental authority.
Please take the current legal regulations into account when
disposing of your device. You can get more information on the
proper disposal from your local waste disposal service or en-
vironmental authority.
