TECHNICAL BULLETIN TB-3014

Surface Resistance Test Kit

Operation and Maintenance
Made in the
United States ofAmerica

• Floors - ANSI/ESD S7.1-

Resistive Characterization of
Materials Floor Materials
• Footwear - ESD S9.2 - Footwear -
Resistive Characterization
• Garments - ANSI/ESD STM2.1
Garments
• Seating - ANSI/ESD STM12.1-
Seating - Resistive Measurement
• Floor/Footwear - ANSI/ESD
STM97.1 - Floor Materials
and Footwear- Resistance
Measurement in Combination with a
Person
• Workstations - ESD-ADV53.1 -
ESD Protective Workstations
Versatility:
Measures Rtt, Rtg or Resistivity (requires optional
Resistivity Attachment, EMIT item 50560)
• Quick Checks - Surface resistance exponent number
illuminates immediately i.e. 8 = 10E8 ohms or
100,000,000 ohms
• Compliance Verification - Surface resistance
exponent number illuminates immediately and displays
Temperature and Relative Humidity during 15 second
electrification period making numerous measure­ments
and calculations to then display mantissa i.e. if LED
displays 8 and LCD displaying 7.14 as mantissa = 7.14 x
10E8 ohms or 714,000,000 ohms
Figure 1. Desco 19780 Surface Resistance Test Kit • Test Lab Evaluation of Product - Display same as
Compliance Verification above
Description
The Surface Resistance Test Kit is NIST calibrated and
The Surface Resistance Test Kit is a portable, accurate,
items available are:
and versatile instrument designed to measure resistance
point-to-point (Rtt), surface to ground (Rtg), and surface Model Description Power
resistivity in accordance with ESD Association Standard 19780 Surface Resistance Test Kit 2 x AA Batteries
ANSI/ESD S4.1 including:
• Resistance measuring accuracy ± 10% 19781 Meter & Attachment 2 x AA Batteries
(E11 & greater ±20%) 50560 Resistivity Attachment N/A
• Resistance range <1.0 x 10E3 ohms to >10E12 ohms
• Under load voltages of 10 and 100 volts ± 5% Desco 19780 includes two 5 pound electrodes (item 50003)
• Electrification period of 15 seconds and Test Leads (item 19783) which also can be bought
• Electrodes (two) 5 pounds ± 2 oz with 50-70 durometer separately.
conductive pads
Inspection
In addition, the Meter measures ambient temperature and Remove the meter from the carton and inspect for damage.
relative humidity. Each Surface Resistance Test Kit should include the
The Surface Resistance Test Kit (or its Meter) is referenced following:
and designed to be used to make measurements in 1 Protective carrying case
accordance with the test methods in: 1 Meter
• Worksurfaces - ANSI/ESD S4.1 Worksurfaces 2 Test leads
Compliance Verification - ESD TR53 - Resistance 2 5 pound electrodes
Measurements 2 AA alkaline batteries
1 Gator clip
1 Certificate of Calibration

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 ESD control items should be tested: Other standards are available from the agencies who
produce them. MIL-HDBK 263A, EIA-IS-5-A, ASTM-F-150,
A. Prior to installation to qualify for listing in user’s ESD
EN 100015, and EIA-625. If you need help in obtaining
control plan approved ESD control items
these documents, please contact our customer service
B. During initial installation
department.
C. For periodic checks of installed products as part of ESD
control plan compliance verification plan
Features
“A Compliance Verification Plan shall be established
to ensure the Organization’s fulfillment of the technical E
requirements of the ESD Control Program Plan. Process
monitoring (measurements) shall be conducted in
accordance with a Compliance Verification Plan that
identifies the technical requirements to be verified, the
measurement limits and the frequency at which those B A
verifications shall occur. The Compliance Verification Plan
shall document the test methods and equipment used
for process monitoring and measurements. If the test C
methods used by the Organization differ from any of the
standards referenced in this document, then there must
be a tailoring statement that is documented as part of the
ESD Control Program Plan. Compliance verification records
shall be established and maintained to provide evidence of D
conformity to the technical requirements. G
The test equipment selected shall be capable of making the
measurements defined in the Compliance Verification Plan.” F
(ANSI/ESD S20.20-2007 section 7.3)

Electrification Period Figure 2. Features of the Surface Resistance Meter

The Surface Resistance Test Kit provides the proper
electrification period of 15 seconds per ANSI/ESD S4.1, A. LED Displays: Surface resistance exponent is displayed
after numerous readings and calculations are executed, via light emitting diodes illuminating 1/8" high number.
then displays surface resistance mantissa measurement There are 12 LEDs displaying surface resistance exponent
(Note: most analog type meters display measurements measurement. They are color coded for quick checks:
instantaneously).
Exponent Color
When the Test Button is depressed, the liquid crystal <3, 3 Red
display (LCD) will indicate: 4, 5 Green
6, 7, 8 Blue
• Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit (tolerance ±5°F, 9, 10, 11 Green
typical) 12, >12 Yellow
• Temperature in degrees Celsius (tolerance ±3°C, typical)
• Humidity as percentage (from 5% - 95% tolerance, ±10 Five Function LED’s identify the measurement being
digits) displayed (see B below).
• Surface resistance mantissa (with exponent displayed via
LED, measurement in ohms) • When battery voltage drops to approximately 2 volts,
the Function LED’s to the right of the red test button will
Measurement being displayed is identified by the illuminated begin to flash, indicating the need to replace batteries.
function LED. The surface resistance exponent (or power of
number) is immediately illuminated and remains illuminated B. Display: Mantissa is displayed via 9/16" high liquid
measuring the range the surface resistance in ohms. crystal display and provides easy to read resistance (or
resistivity) measurements.
Reference Literature When the Test Button is depressed, the LCD will indicate:
In addition to those noted above:
ANSI/ESD S20.20 - Development of ESD Control Program • Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
ESD ADV1.0 - Glossary of Terms • Temperature in degrees Celsius
ANSI/ESD S6.1 Grounding • Relative Humidity as percentage
• Surface resistance mantissa (with exponent displayed via
These documents can be obtained directly from the LED, measurement in ohms)
ESD Association, 7902 Turin Rd., Suite 4, Rome, NY
13440-2069, (315) 339-6937 or www.esda.org.

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 Surface resistance ohm values are expressed with a For compliance verification testing, do not clean surfaces.
mantissa and exponent or power of the number. For However, if any measurements lie outside acceptable
example, if “8” is illuminated by its LED and the LCD range, then clean the material’s surface and re-test.
displays a mantissa of “7.14”, the measurement is 7.14 x
10E8 ohms or 714,000,000 ohms NOTE: For worksurfaces, use Desco Item# 10435
Reztore™ Antistatic Surface and Mat Cleaner or other
If surface is over 10E12 ohms, the following will appear: silicone-free ESD cleaner. Be sure the surface is dry before
• “1____” on the LCD display indicate Overrange or that testing.
the reading exceeds the display capabilities
Periodic maintenance - The area surrounding the cable
C. Test Button: This red button activates electrical power jacks at the top end of the meter should be wiped with a
to the Meter. The exponent or power of the measurement clean cloth moistened with alcohol to remove skin oils that
is displayed immediately with LED illuminating number. If will accumulate and affect the accuracy at high resistances.
“8” is illuminated, the measurement is in the 108 or 10E8 The frequency of cleaning will depend on usage; once a
ohm range. To make a measurement in accordance month would be a good starting point. Other items that
with ANSI/ESD S4.1, the button is to be depressed for should also be cleaned in this fashion are the cable jackets
10-20 seconds for the unit to make numerous readings and the resistivity attachment.
and calculations. (Testing in accordance with ANSI/
ESD S4.1-1997 requires 15 seconds of electrification; in Power Requirements
contrast, most analog type meters display measurements The Meter is powered by two replaceable alkaline AA
instantaneously.) The LCD will display temperature (F), batteries.
then temperature (C), then relative humidity, and then the
surface resistance mantissa. Battery Replacement
During the entire period, if the measurement is stable, Depress buttons on both sides of bottom end cap of meter
the surface resistance exponent will be displayed by LED housing. Remove exterior cap. The batteries are located
illuminating number. under the raised, black, rectangular cap. Insert small probe
or screwdriver into slot and pry cap up. Carefully replace
D. Override Test Range Voltage Button: When in the “up” batteries with alkaline Type AA. Polarity must be correct
position, the Meter will automatically switch to the correct or damage may occur. Close battery door and re-install
voltage for the resistance range. LED will illuminate noting bottom end cap on meter housing.
selected voltage. Material 10E5 ohms or less should be
measured at 10 volts. Material 10E6 or greater ohms Test Procedure
should be tested at 100 volts. The button is a switch,
which if depressed will override the automatic voltage General Guidelines:
selection and test will be performed at 10 volts regardless of • Use both 5 pound electrodes for Rtt
resistance level. • Use one 5 pound electrode and one lead to groundable
point for Rtg (note: groundable points are usually snaps
E. Jacks: One end of Test Leads has 3.5mm plug (fits installed on the material or workstation common point
Meter left jack). The 3.5mm plug is shielded (identified by ground)
insulated tip and barrel black lead) - see Rtg test procedure: • Use optional Resistivity Attachment (removing leads &
Per ANSI/ESD S4.1 “The sensing lead of the resistance electrodes) for Resistivity measurements
meter shall be connected to groundable point.” One end of • Ensure that item being measured is electrically isolated
Test Lead has a standard banana plug (fits 5# Electrode (i.e. placed on an insulative surface) as Meter will
jack). measure lowest resistance path
F. AA Battery Compartment. • Ensure that test leads are separated as a best practice
• When using 5 pound electrodes:
G. Resistivity Parallel Attachment with Electrodes. • Place no closer than 2” from edge of surface being
(optional Item number 50560) measured
• Place no closer than 3” to any groundable point
Cleaning • Place 5 pound electrodes about 10” apart for Rtt of
Per ANSI/ESD S4.1 “Clean the electrodes with a minimum worksurface and 3’ for floor
70% isopropanol-water solu­tion.” Make sure the 5 pound • Preferred placements include: most commonly used
electrodes’ conductive pads are dry prior to use. surface portion, most worn, center, and furthest from
groundable point.
See specific product test standard for test lab specimen • For Rtg, connect the sensing lead with shielded plug
cleaning instructions. Per ANSI/ESD S4.1 Worksurfaces to groundable point
“The test specimens and electrodes shall be cleaned twice • If surface has sections (like floor tiles or garment panels),
with a minimum 70% isopropanol-water solution using a for Rtt place a 5 pound electrodes on different sections
clean, low-linting cloth each time.” (Note: then conditioned • Clean material’s surface for Test Lab, but do not initially
for 72 hours, minimum). clean surface for installed products (clean and retest if
failure occurs).

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 Test Lab Test Procedure Guideline
For test lab use of ESD Worksurfaces, Floor Materials,
Footwear, Garments, or Seating, best advice is to follow
test methods in applicable ESD Association documents
(see above) which include details such as:
• Cleaning (For example per S4.1, “The test specimens
and electrodes shall be cleaned twice with a minimum
70% isopropanol-water solution using a clean, low-linting
cloth each time). Allow to dry.
• Environmental chamber (For example per S4.1, control
relative humidity to 12 ±3% RH and 50 ±5% RH and
temperature to 23 ±1 degrees C)
• Specimen support surface (For example per S4.1, Figure 3. Setting up for RTG testing.
greater than 1.0 x 10E12 ohms such as PMMA, PTFE or
polycarbonate) Measure Resistance Point-to-Point (Rtt) on the
• Specimen Pre-Conditioning (For example per S4.1, at 23 Surface
±1 degrees C; 3 specimens at 12 ±3% relative humidity
for up to 72 hours minimum, and 3 specimens at 50 ±5% • Do not clean the surface
relative humidity for up to 72 hours minimum) • Remove from the surface only those items that might
• Reporting Test Results, for example per S4.1 Reporting interfere with the test.
Test Results, Report: • ESD sensitive devices shall also be removed
• Minimum, median and maximum readings for both • Use two 5 opund electrodes, place in the most commonly
resistance-to-groundable point and point-to-point used portion of the surface about 10” apart (2” from any
resistance in ohms at low relative humidity edge, 3" from any groundable point)
• Minimum, median and maximum readings for both • Press button and hold Test Button until measurement is
resistance-to-groundable point and point-to-point displayed
resistance in ohms at moderate relative humidity • If the most used portion is not obvious, use two points
• Temperature near the center of the surface
• Relative humidity If measurement is outside acceptable limits, clean surface &
• Actual duration of conditioning retest to determine if cause of failure is insulative dirt layer
• Test equipment used or the ESD protective product. Note: Use an ESD cleaner
containing no insulative silicone (i.e. Reztore™ Antistatic
Compliance Verification Test Procedure Surface and Mat Cleaner)
Guideline
The ESD Association lists test procedures and
troubleshooting tips in Compliance Verification ESD TR53.
Measure Rtg Resistance to Ground
Test Procedure in accordance with ANSI/ESD S4.1 section
6.4 Periodic Worksurface Testing:
• Do not clean the surface 10
”

• Remove from the surface only those items that might

interfere with the test.
• ESD sensitive devices shall also be removed
• Clip the sensing test lead with shielded plug to
groundable point connected to ground
• Use one 5# Electrode on other test lead and place Figure 4. Setting up for Rtt testing.
Electrode the farthest convenient point on the surface
• Press button and hold Test Button until measurement is Reporting and Using Test Results
displayed Different standards have different requirements; follow
• Perform additional measurements placing Electrode on requirements as specified in the user’s ESD control plan.
the most commonly used or most worn area Examples are:
If measurement is outside acceptable limits, clean surface Per ANSI/ESD 4.1 (worksurfaces), Report:
and retest to determine if cause of failure is insulative dirt • Rtg maximum and minimum values measured for
layer or the ESD worksurface material. Note: Use an ESD resistance-to-ground in ohms
cleaner containing no insulative silicone (i.e. Reztore™ • Rtt maximum and minimum values measured for
Antistatic Surface and Mat Cleaner). point-to-point resistance in ohms

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 Per ANSI/ESD 7.1 (Floors) Report: Resis­tivity Attachment which has parallel electrodes
• Rtg all values in ohms for resistance-to-ground on bottom of the unit to make direct surface resistivity
• Rtt all values in ohms for point-to-point resistance measurements. These parallel electrodes allow for
• Voltage level measurement of resistivity or when quick checks without the
• Test date use of 5 pound electrodes is desired.
• Temperature
• Relative humidity *Note: Although S11.11-1993 uses ohms/square, per ESD
• Test equipment used TR20.20, the correct unit of measure for resistivity is just
Summarize test data by reporting minimum, maximum, ohms.
median, and mean values obtained. Include a diagram Battery Life: Approximately 1,500 measurements
showing approximate electrode positions and ground
connections used. Resistivity Electrodes: Two parallel conductive silicone
rubber electrodes (optional item)
Recommended Frequency of Periodic Checks External Electrodes: Two 5 pound (±2 oz) weighted
of Installed Products electrodes, 2.5” in diameter, complies with ANSI/ESD S4.1
Note: “The frequency of periodic testing is normally Display: One 3.5 digit .500” Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
specified in corporate operating procedures. …The Display and seventeen Light Emitting Diodes (LED’s)
frequency of testing is driven by the amount of risk illuminate exponent numbers function being performed.
exposure that can occur between tests. For, example, what
is the quantity of product handled between test periods?” *&Accuracy: Resistance measurements within ±10% (E11
greater ±20%), complies with ANSI/ESD-S4.1. Under
(See ESD Handbook ESD TR20.20) However, a common load voltages of 10 volts ± 5% and 100 volts ± 5% exceeds
guide would be: requirements of ANSI/ESD-S4.1
• Worksurface - at least quarterly (see ESD TR20.20
section 5.3.1.13 Periodic Tests) Meter Weight: 15.5 oz.

• Footwear - “Incoming inspection on a lot sampling basis Dimensions: 8"L x 4.3"W x 1.6"H
should be performed for all static control footwear.” (see Test Button: Press the red test button for 15-20 second
ESD TR20.20 section 5.3.3.4 Testing) electrification period. Meter will immediately display surface
resistance exponent via LED. LCD will display temperature
• Floor - “The types of monitoring and type of equipment (both Fahrenheit & Celsius), then humidity, and after taking
are considerations. In some cases, a simple electrical numerous readings and making numerous calculations
resistance test with a megohmmeter may suffice. In display surface resistance mantissa.
others, a static charge generation test may be required.”
(see ESD TR20.20 section 5.3.4.13 Performance Note: Reporting test results, you may want to record the
Monitoring) resistance, humidity, temperature, and test voltage.
• Seating - “The recommended electrical resistance range Maintenance
for seating is less than 1 x 10E9 ohms as tested in Your Surface Resistance Test Kit will require little
accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 12.1. This value should maintenance, and there are no user serviceable parts. If
be during acceptance testing, installation and periodically your Meter requires service beyond cleaning the Electrodes
thereafter.” (see ESD TR20.20 section 5.3.5.3 Testing) or replacing the batteries, please contact the factory.
• Garments - “To maintain process control, it is imperative
This product utilizes a high frequency switching circuit to
that the garment be tested per ANSI/ESD STM 2.1. The
step up the 3 volts from the batteries to the 100 volt test
point-to-point and sleeve-to-sleeve resistance test should
level. Some users are able to discern a slight hum or
be made.” (see ESD TR20.20 section 5.3.13.3.1.8
buzzing. This is perfectly normal and is not considered a
Periodic Testing)
flaw or defect.
Surface Resistivity
Theoretically Resistivity is 10 times greater than Resistance,
*Testing / Verification
The Surface Resistance Test Kit is calibrated to NIST
i.e. a material that measures 10E7 ohms surface resistance,
traceable standards. Most users require calibration
Surface Resistivity should measure 10E8 ohms/square.*
annually. Please call our Customer Service Department at
Ref: ANSI/ESD S11.11 section 12.0 Conversion to 909-627-8178 (Chino, CA) or 781-821-8370 (Canton, MA)
Resistivity states, “When it is appropriate to convert a for details. In-house calibration can be performed by using
resistance obtained by this test method to an equivalent 1% resistors in each of the meter ranges. Simply attach
resistivity in ohms per square, multiply the resistance the resistors to the test leads using clips and recording
measurements obtained by this method by 10. The the meter display. Keep the test leads separated. Should
conversion factor of 10 is derived from the geometry of the adjustment be necessary, it is recommended that the unit
electrode assembly.” be returned to the factory as access to internal adjustments
requires special equipment.
No conversion is required with the Surface Resistance Test
Kit. The Meter incorporates provision to install an optional
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 Testing / Verification (cont.) A. 1.0 x 10E12
+ 20% LED = 12 Yellow Mantissa 1.20
EQUIPMENT: 0% LED = 12 Yellow Mantissa 1.00
• Digital Multimeter - accurate to 1.25% @ 10VDC and 100VDC - 20% LED = 11 Yellow Mantissa 8.00
• Fixed Decade Box value 10E3 - 10E12 - accurate to ±2.5%,
except at 10E11 and 10E12 (±5%) B. 1.0 x 10E11
• Thermometer - accurate to ±1°F +20% LED = 11 Yellow Mantissa 1.20
• Humidity meter - accurate to 2% 0% LED = 11 Yellow Mantissa 1.00
• Test leads -20% LED = 10 Green Mantissa 8.00
• 99% Isopropyl alcohol and cleaning wipes
C. 1.0 x 10E10
SET UP: +10% LED = 10 Green Mantissa 1.10
A .Test Area - Area needs to be free of any high voltage 0% LED = 10 Green Mantissa 1.00
transformer or power supply. Not under any type of fluorescent -10% LED = 9 Green Mantissa 9.00
lighting or high power lighting. D. 1.0 x 10E9
B. Worksurface - needs to be covered with conductive mat at 1.0 +10% LED = 9 Green Mantissa 1.10
x 10E3 or less, connected to equipment ground. 0% LED = 9 Green Mantissa 1.00
-10% LED = 8 Blue Mantissa 9.00
C. Technician - needs to be grounded with zero ohms resistor to
equipment ground. E. 1.0 x 10E8
+10% LED = 8 Blue Mantissa 1.10
D. Decade Box - needs to be grounded to earth ground. 0% LED = 8 Blue Mantissa 1.00
-10% LED = 7 Blue Mantissa 9.00
*70-80
Accuracy is measured after normalizing the instrument at
°F and 30-50% RH for a minimum of 4 hours. F. 1.0 x 10E7
+10% LED = 7 Blue Mantissa 1.10
NORMALIZATION OF METER 0% LED = 7 Blue Mantissa 1.00
Temperature inside testing area needs to be 75°F @ ±6.6% 40% -10% LED = 6 Blue Mantissa 9.00
to 60% RH. Meters need to stay at constant temperature 75°F
@ ±6.6% for about 2 hours for proper reading. Meters cannot G. 1.0 x 10E6
be inside objects, enclosed boxes, containers or cases unit is +10% LED = 6 Blue Mantissa 1.10
supplied with (temperature inside case will differ from outside 0% LED = 6 Blue Mantissa 1.00
temperature, cases will act like an insulator to the Meters), Meters -10% LED = 5 Green Mantissa 9.00
will have to be stationary in testing area for about 2 hours with no H. 1.0 x 10E5
significant temperature changes. +10% LED = 5 Green Mantissa 1.10
0% LED = 5 Green Mantissa 1.00
TESTING OF SURFACE RESISTANCE METER -10% LED = 4 Green Mantissa 9.00
• When testing use only the leads supplied with the Meter. DO
NOT TEST WITH RESISITIVITY ATTACHMENT, Resitivity I. 1.0 x 10E4
Attachment will give a much higher reading and is only +10% LED = 4 Green Mantissa 1.10
designed for periodic checks. 0% LED = 4 Green Mantissa 1.00
-10% LED = 3 Red Mantissa 9.00
• With 10V/AUTO switch down, press Test Button - voltage
between the two leads should be 10V ±5% J. 1.0 x 10E3
+10% LED = 3 Red Mantissa 1.10
• With 10V/AUTO switch up, press Test Button - voltage between 0% LED = 3 Red Mantissa 1.00
the two leads should be 100V ±5% -10% LED = <3 Red Mantissa <0.90
• Using the cleaning wipes and 99% isopropyl, clean around
banana jack and mono jack where leads connects to, oil from
human fingers can alter accuracy.

• Make sure 10V/AUTO switch is set to AUTO (switch up).

Testing each decade starting from 1.0 x 10E12 and down,
never start from 1.0 x 10E3.

Temperature Fahrenheit = 75°F ±6.6%

Celsius = 23.8°C ±10.2%

Relativity Humidity ±10 Digits

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 Specifications Limited Warranty
Desco expressly warrants that for a period of one (1) year from the date
Ranges: 1 x 10E3 - 1 x 10E12 ohms @ 10 Volts of purchase, Desco Surface Resistance Test Kits will be free of defects
complies with ANSI/ESD S4.1. in material (parts) and workmanship (labor). Within the warranty period,
the product will be tested, repaired, or replaced at Desco’s option, free of
1 x 10E6 - 1 x 10E12 ohms @ 100 Volts charge. Call our Customer Service Department at 909-627-8178 (Chino,
complies with ANSI/ESD S4.1. CA) or 781- 821-8370 (Canton, MA) for a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) and proper shipping instructions and address. Include a copy of
Power Supply: Two AA alkaline batteries your original packing slip, invoice, or other proof of purchase date. Any
unit under warranty should be shipped prepaid to the Desco factory.
Warranty repairs will take approximately two weeks.
If your unit is out of warranty call Customer Service at 909-627-8178
(Chino, CA) or 781-821-8370 (Canton, MA) for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) and proper shipping instructions and address.
Desco will quote repair charges necessary to bring your unit up to factory
standards.

Warranty Exclusions
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED,
INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. The express
warranty will not apply to defects or damage due to accidents, neglect,
misuse, alterations, operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean
or repair products.

Limit of Liability
In no event will Desco or any seller be responsible or liable for any injury,
loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of or the
inability to use the product. Before using, users shall determine the
suitability of the product for their intended use, and users assume all risk
and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.

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