4Englishwww.novasina.com1. Introduction1.1 You Are Awesome!Thank you for having purchased a Novasina LabTouch-aw system for measuringwater activity. You have opted for a highly accurate and reliable instrumentrepresenting the latest state-of-the-art in electronics and software design whenit comes to highest precision in aw (water activity) measuring.To get the most out of all the possibilities of your Novasina LabTouch-aw andto ensure safe and reliable operation, please read these operating instructionscarefully before setting the unit into operation.Please keep this manual within reach of the installed instrument so that it willbe at hand whenever you need it. If you lose the manual, please contact yourNovasina representative for immediate replacement.1.2 Important NotesIntended useThe Novasina LabTouch-aw is intended to be used for measuring WATERACTIVITY under strict adherence to the information and notes given in thismanual. Any use beyond this scope is considered to be a violation of theintended purpose and may endanger your safety or could result in irreversibleproduct damage and loss of all warranty claims. Any use of this Novasinainstrument other than intended is at the customer’s own risk and by no meansthe manufacturer nor the supplier will be liable for any resulting damage.Safety instructions• The Novasina LabTouch-aw system should only be serviced, maintainedand repaired by qualified people who are familiar with the equipment.• The LabTouch-aw system must not be used in hazardous zones orsimilar areas. The design is made for the laboratory use only.• No explosive materials and no highly inflammable substances may bemeasured in the measurement chamber system.• Just use the original power adaptor from Novasina (part number 2600505)• Before connecting the unit to the mains, ensure that:• The mains voltage is within 90...260V, at 50 or 60Hz.Please check the type plate of the system!• The power cable between the mains and the instrument is notdamaged.• The Novasina LabTouch-aw system may only be used under thespecified operating conditions (see chapter 10).• Observe and strictly adhere to the local regulations regarding thehandling of mains-powered devices.• Use only genuine accessories and spare parts available from yourNovasina supplier or visit the homepage www.novasina.com.• This instrument must not be modified in any way without the writtenpermission of the manufacturer.• Never open the instrument without removing the mains power cable firstThis operating instructions is valid for software versions V1.30 or higher