Installation Requirements; Power Cable - Agilent Technologies B1500A User Manual

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WARNING
Installation
Requirements

Installation Requirements

The B1500A has cooling fans. To ensure adequate airflow, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance around the cooling fans: 6 inches (150 mm) behind, 3 inches (70
mm) on the sides, and 0.5 inch (12 mm) above and below.
If the airflow is restricted, the internal operating temperature will be higher. This
may reduce the instrument's reliability, or cause the thermal-protection circuits to
turn the instrument off.
Also make sure that there is enough space for connecting/disconnecting the power
cable easily.

Power Cable

Before applying AC line power to the B1500A, ensure that the correct power cable
is used.
In accordance with international safety standards, this instrument is equipped with a
three-prong power cable. When connected to an appropriate AC power outlet, this
cable grounds the instrument frame. The type of power cable shipped with each
instrument depends on the country of destination. Refer to PN in the following table
for Agilent part numbers of the power cables available.
If the plug on the cable does not fit the power outlet, or the cable is to be attached to
a terminal block, cut the cable at the plug end and re-wire it. This work should be
performed by a qualified electrician, observing all local electrical codes.
The color coding used in the cable will depend on the cable supplied. If a new plug
is to be connected, it must meet local safety requirements and include the following
features:
• adequate load-carrying capacity (see Chapter 4, "Specifications," on page 4-1.)
• ground connection
• cable clamp
For protection from electrical shock, do not interrupt the power cable ground.
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