Chapter1 Introduction
©NationalInstruments Corporation 1-5 NI6013/6014 User Manual
Safety Information
Thefollowing section contains important safety i nformation that you must
followduring installation an d useo f the product.
Do not operate the product in a manner not specified in this document.
Misuse of thep roduct can resultin a hazard. Youcan compromise the
safety protection builtin to the product if the product is damaged in any
way.If the product is damaged, return it to NI for repair.
Ifthe product is rated for use with hazardous voltages (>30 Vrms,42.4V
pk,
or60 VDC),you may need to connect a safety earth-ground wire according
to the installation instructions. Refer to Appendix A, Specifications,for
maximum voltage ratings.
Donot substitute parts or modify the prod uct. Use the product only with the
chassis,modules, accessories, and cables specifiedin the installation
instructions. Youmust have all covers and filler panels installed during
operation of the product.
Donot operate the product in an explosive atmosphere or where there may
be flammable gasesor fumes. Operate the product only at or below the
pollutiondegree stated in Appendix A,Specifications .Pollution is foreign
matter in a solid, liquid, or gaseous state that can produce a reduction of
dielectricstrength or surface resistivity. The following is a description of
pollution degrees:
•Pollution Degree1 m eans no pollution or only dry,nonconductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
•PollutionDegree 2 means that only noncond uctivepollution occurs in
most cases. Occasionally,however, a temporary conductivity caused
bycondensation must be expected.
•Pollution Degree 3 means that conductivepollution occurs, or dry,
nonconductivepollution occurs, which becomes conductive due to
condensation.
Clean the product with a soft nonmetallic brush. The product must be
completely dryand free from contaminants before returning it to service.
You must insulate sign al connections for the maximum voltage for which
the product is rated. Do not exceed the maximum ratings for the product.
Removepower from signal lines before connection to or disconnection
from the product.