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2. Intended Purpose of Microscopes
2. Intended Purpose of Microscopes
The Leica DM6000 B microscope, to which this
user manual belongs, is designed for biological
routine and research applications. This includes
the examination of samples taken from the hu-
man body with a view to providing information
on physiological or pathological states or
congenital abnormalities, or to determining the
safety and compatibility with potential recipients,
or to monitoring therapeutic measures.
The Leica DM6000 M microscope is designed
for examinations in the field of materials
research.
All the above-named microscopes comply with
the Council Directive 98/79/EEC concerning in
vitro diagnostics. They also conform to the
Council Directives 73/23/EEC concerning
electrical apparatus and 89/336/EEC concerning
electromagnetic compatibility for use in an
industrial environment.
Caution!
The manufacturer assumes no liability for
damage caused by, or any risks arising from
using the microscopes for other purposes
than those for which they are intended or
not using them within the specifications of
Leica Microsystems Wetzlar GmbH.
In such cases the conformity declaration
shall cease to be valid.
Caution!
These (IVD) devices are not intended for use
in the patient environment defined by DIN
VDE 0100-710. Neither are they intended for
combining with medical devices according
to EN 60601-1. If a microscope is electrically
connected to a medical device according to
EN 60601-1, the requirements defined in
EN 60601-1-1 shall apply.