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Table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1
Safety .....................................................................................1
You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:
Information about the device................................................2
Transport and storage...........................................................3
Operation ...............................................................................4
Maintenance and repair ........................................................6
Disposal .................................................................................7
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information
(e.g. material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.
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Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not open the device with a tool.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions as given in
the Technical data chapter.
Intended use
Only use the device for locating power lines, studs and joists in
walls whilst adhering to the technical data.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.
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Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres, for
measurements in liquids or at live parts. Trotec accepts no
liability for damages resulting from improper use. In such a
case, any warranty claims will be voided. Any unauthorised
modifications, alterations or structural changes to the device are
forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Information about the device
Device description
The deviceBI20 does not only reliably locate ferrous and nonferrous metals and live cables, but also wooden substructures
located under plaster or concrete. These hidden elements,
which are potential interference factors for all work on walls and
floors, are detected by the device to a depth of 50 mm.
Furthermore, the device has an audio-visual warning function,
which is used to signal the detection of live ACcables.
The device comes with an automatic switch-off function.
Residual risks
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
Device depiction
No. Designation
1 Display
2 Power/ MODE/ CAL button
3 Battery compartment
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