Safety Information - Keysight Technologies 1130B User Manual

Safety Information

This manual provides information and warnings essential for operating this probe
in a safe manner and for maintaining it in safe operating condition. Before using
this equipment and to ensure safe operation and to obtain maximum performance
from the probe, carefully read and observe the following warnings, cautions, and
notes.
This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry
standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The documentation contains
information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe
operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition.
Note the external markings on the probe that are described in this document.
To avoid personal injury and to prevent fire or damage to this product or products
connected to it, review and comply with the following safety precautions.
Use Only Grounded Instruments.
WARNING
Do not connect the probe's ground lead to a potential other than earth ground.
Always make sure the probe and the oscilloscope are grounded properly.
Connect and Disconnect Properly.
WARNING
Connect the probe to the oscilloscope and connect the ground lead to earth ground
before connecting the probe to the circuit under test. Disconnect the probe input and
the probe ground lead from the circuit under test before disconnecting the probe
from the oscilloscope.
Observe Probe Ratings.
WARNING
Do not apply any electrical potential to the probe input which exceeds the maximum
rating of the probe. Make sure to comply with the voltage versus frequency derating
curve found in this manual.
These Probe assemblies are not intended for measurements on mains circuits
(CAT II, CAT III, and CAT IV).
Indoor Use Only.
WARNING
Do not operate in wet/damp environments. Keep product surfaces dry and clean.
Periodically inspect the probe and probe wires to check for any damage. Do Not
WARNING
Operate With Visible or Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage, have it
inspected by a Keysight authorized service personnel.
Never leave the probe connected to a conductor while it is not connected to an
WARNING
oscilloscope or voltage measuring instrument.
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