
Carl Zeiss
Sharp Max
Camera Lens Division
Contents
1 Product safety ............................................................................................................ 3
1.1 CE marking ................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Intended use .............................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Standards...................................................................................................................3
1.4 Notes on use.............................................................................................................. 4
2 Description of the unit ................................................................................................ 5
2.1 General ......................................................................................................................5
2.2 Principle of operation .................................................................................................5
2.3 Controls ..................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Starting up the unit..................................................................................................... 7
4 Lens testing................................................................................................................ 8
5 Maintenance ............................................................................................................10
5.1 Replacing the battery ............................................................................................... 10
6 Technical data.......................................................................................................... 11
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Carl Zeiss
Sharp Max
Camera Lens Division
1 Product safety
The unit described in this manual has been designed and tested in accordance with Carl
Zeiss safety standards and with national and international regulations. A very high
degree of instrument safety is thus ensured.
We would like to inform you on the safety aspects involved in operating the instrument.
This chapter contains a summary of the most important precautions to be observed.
Further safety notes are also contained in other parts of this manual; they are marked
with frames. Please pay special attention to these safety notes.
Safety is only ensured when this instrument is operated properly. Please read through
this manual carefully before starting up this unit. You may obtain further information from
our service organization.
1.1 CE marking
The version supplied of this unit meets the requirements stipulated in the 89/336/EEC
"Electromagnetic Compatibility" and 73/23/EEC "Low Voltage" Directives.
1.2 Intended use
The unit must only be used for the measurements described in this manual. The
manufacturer will not assume any liability for different measuring procedures.
1.3 Standards
The unit described in this manual is short-circuit-proof and has been designed in
compliance with the following standards:
- IEC / EN 61010 - 1
IEC / EN 60825 - 1
The unit contains light-emitting diodes (LEDs). This is a laser class 1 instrument as
defined by IEC/EN 60825-1:(2001).
The production, inspection, maintenance and repair are performed in compliance with
German and international regulations (Good Manufacturing Practice).
The unit is a protection class 3 instrument.
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Carl Zeiss
Sharp Max
Camera Lens Division
1.4 Notes on use
General
• Do not use the unit in explosion-risk areas
• Do not station or use the instrument in damp rooms. Do not expose the instrument
to water splashes, dripping water or sprayed water.
• Modifications and repairs on this instrument may only be performed by our service
staff or by other persons authorized by us.
• The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage caused by tampering with the
instrument. In addition, this will forfeit any rights to claim under warranty.
• The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage caused by the use of
accessories supplied by other manufacturers. In addition, this will forfeit any rights
to claim under warranty.
• Only personnel who have undergone training and instruction are allowed to use
this instrument. It is the responsibility of the customer operating the instrument to
train and instruct all staff using the instrument.
• Keep this user's manual where it is easily accessible at all times.
Safe working order
This instrument is a high-grade technological product. To ensure optimum performance
and safe working order, we recommend having the unit checked by our service staff
once every 12 months.
Requirements for operation
• A functioning 9V battery is in the battery compartment.
• An appropriate lens flange has been screwed on.
• Before use, the instrument must have been exposed for at least 2 hours to the
ambient temperature of the location where the test will be performed.
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