ZEISS 2 Safety | 2.2 General Safety Information§ The microscope is only to be used by operators who have been trained by a ZEISS service rep-resentative. Basic operator training and safety instructions will be provided within the scopeof the initial start-up by ZEISS. Make sure that everyone who operates the microscope onlyperforms the tasks for which he/she is trained.§ Operators of the microscope must not deviate from the instructions provided in this manual.§ Only perform preventive maintenance tasks described in this manual. All tasks of mainte-nance, service, and repair not described in this manual have to be performed by an authorizedZEISS service representative.§ The microscope is to be used in a laboratory environment for commercial and scientific pur-poses only.Using the microscope for any other purpose is not allowed and can be hazardous.Improper use can easily lead to impairment of its function or even damage to the Microscope Sys-tem. Damage caused by incorrect operation, negligence or unauthorized intervention, in particu-lar by removing, modifying or replacing parts of the device, can not be held liable by the devicemanufacturer. Third-party devices or components that are not expressly approved by ZEISS maynot be used.2.2 General Safety InformationThis Instruction Manual must be read before commissioning in order to ensure safe and uninter-rupted operation. Pay particular attention to all listed safety notes. Make sure, that§ the operating personnel has read and understood this Instruction Manual, associated docu-ments and particularly all safety regulations and instructions, and applies the same.§ the local and national safety and accident prevention regulations must be observed, as well asthe applicable laws and regulations in your country.§ this Instruction Manual is always available with/together with the Microscope System.§ the Microscope System is always in perfect condition.§ the Microscope System is secured against access by unauthorized persons.§ maintenance and repair work, remodeling, removal or replacement of components, as well asany other intervention in the Microscope System not described in this Instruction Manual, mayonly be carried out by the manufacturer ZEISS or persons expressly authorized by ZEISS to doso.2.2.1 Safe Operation ConditionsIf the product safety labels are covered or worn or if any of the safety devices are not in properworking condition, operation of the microscope can be hazardous.§ Periodically check the function of safety equipment and that all protective cover panels are in-stalled.§ Always follow the instructions given on the safety labels.§ Inspect and clean the product safety labels to maintain good legibility.2.2.2 Requirements for PersonnelDeviating from the instructions given in this manual and on the safety labels can be hazardous orcan lead to property damage.§ Do not operate the microscope until you have completely read and understood the entire userdocumentation delivered with the microscope.§ Observe all safety labels on the microscope and within this manual.§ Only operate the microscope according to the operating conditions after correct installationby a ZEISS service representative.Instruction Manual ZEISS GeminiSEM series | en-US | Rev. 2 | 349500-8138-000 11