Agilent Technologies Switch/Measure manual Additional Safety Notices, General

Additional Safety Notices

The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of oper- ation of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings or instructions elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability of the customer’s failure to com- ply with the requirements.

General

Do not use this products in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. The protec- tive features of this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not speci- fied in the operation instructions.

Before Applying Power

Verify that all safety precautions are taken. Make all connections to the unit before applying power.

Ground the Instrument

This product is provided with protective earth terminals. To minimize shock hazard, the instrument must be connected to the ac power mains through a grounded power cable, with the ground wire firmly con- nected to an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. Any interrup- tion of the protective (grounding) conduc- tor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock haz- ard that could result in personal injury.

Do Not Modify the Instrument

Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the prod- uct. Return the product to an Agilent Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.

In Case of Damage

Instruments that appear damaged or defec- tive should be made inoperative and secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.

Safety Symbols

Alternating current

Frame or chassis terminal

Standby supply. Unit is not completely disconnected from ac mains when switch is off

Caution, risk of electric shock

Caution, refer to accompanying description

Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere

Do not operate the instrument in the pres- ence of flammable gases or fumes.

Do Not Remove the Instrument Cover

Only qualified, service-trained personal who are aware of the hazards involved should remove instrument covers. Always disconnect the power cable and any exter- nal circuits before removing the instrument cover.

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