Safety Summary - HP 3456A Operating And Service Manual

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GROUNO THE INSTRUMENT
To minimize shock hazard. the instrument chassis and cabinet must be connected to an elec­
trical ground. The instrument is equipped with a three-conductor ac power cable. The power
cable must either be plugged into an approved three-contact electrical outlet or used with a
three-contact to two�contact adapter with the grounding wire (green) firmly connected to an
electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. The power jack and mating plug of the
power cable meet International Electrotechnical Commission (lEC) safety standards.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace components
with power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even with
the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge circuits
before touching them.
DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first
aid and resuscitation, is present.
00 NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MOOIFY INSTRUMENT
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or per�
form any unauthorized modification to the instrument. Return the instrument to
Packard Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety features are main�
tained.
OANGEROUS PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Warnings, such as the example below, precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout
this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.
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