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1 GENERAL
1.1 Importance of operating manual
This manual is written in order to become familiar with all the functions and possible applicati-
ons 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, particu-
larly the safety related instructions. Additionally local rules and regulations relating to environ-
mental safety and accident prevention should be observed.
1.2 User-responsibility
The user should;
• onlyallowpersonstoworkwiththeinstrumentwhoarefamiliarwiththegeneralinstructions
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.
• regularlycheckthesafety-awarenessofpersonnelatwork.
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.
1.3.1 Dangers
This instrument has been designed and constructed in accordance with state-of-the-art techno-
logy 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 eect on safety should be
repaired immediately.
1.4 Designated purpose
The Scrub, Abrasion and Washability Test is exclusively designed to perform washability tests of
painted and coated test panels as described within the specications.
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.
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