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GENERAL
1.1
Importance of operating manual
This manual is written in order to become familiar with all the functions and possible applications of the
instrument. It contains important instructions about how to use the instrument safely and economically;
according to the purpose designated. Following these instructions is not only essential to avoid risks. It also
reduces repair costs and down-time and increases the products reliability and service-life.
Anyone who works with the instrument should follow the instructions in this manual, particularly the safety
related instructions. Additionally local rules and regulations relating to environmental safety and accident
prevention should be observed.
1.2
User-responsibility
The user should
a)
Only allow persons to work with the instrument who are familiar with the general instructions on how to
work safely and to prevent accidents. The use of the instrument should have been instructed duly. The
safety chapter and the warnings in this manual should have been read and understood; acknowledged as
evidenced by their signature.
b)
Regularly check the safety-awareness of personnel at work.
1.3
Responsibility of personnel
Before commencing work anyone appointed to work with the instrument should pay attention to the general
regulations relating to working safety and accident prevention. The safety chapter and the warnings in this
manual should have been read and understood; acknowledged as evidenced by their signature.
1.4
Dangers
This instrument has been designed and constructed in accordance with state-of-the-art technology and the
acknowledged safety regulations. Nevertheless, working with the instrument may cause danger to the life and
health of the operator or to others, or damage to the instrument or other property. Therefore the instrument
should only be used for its designated purpose, and in a perfect technical condition. Any defect that could have
a negative effect on safety should be repaired immediately.
1.5
Designated purpose
The TQC Film applicator is exclusively designed to apply films of paint and coatings on test panels and test
charts and as from models launched after Apr. 2013 for testing of the drying time of coatings on previous
described substrates.
Other applications constitute improper use. TQC will not be held liable for damage resulting from improper use.
Designated purpose also includes properly observing all instructions in the operation manual, and adherence to
inspection and maintenance schedules.
1.6
Copyright
The copyright of this operating manual remains with TQC.
This operating manual is intended solely for the user and his personnel. Its instructions and guidelines may not
be duplicated, circulated or otherwise passed on to others, neither fully, nor partly. Infringement of these
restrictions may lead to legal action may be taken if this restrictions are infringed upon.
1.7
Manufacturer's/Supplier's address
TQC - Molenbaan 19, 2908 LL Capelle aan den IJssel - The Netherlands,
T +31(0)10 7900100, F +31(0)10 7900129
