Safety Precautions - Ametek Teseo CBA Series Operation Manual

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Safety precautions

Observe all the following precautions to ensure personal safety and prevent damage
to the amplifier or equipment connected to it.
WARNING! Properly dispose of the amplifier.
The RF amplifier modules in this equipment contain Beryllium Oxide, and other
components contain PTFE. The appropriate precautions and regulations must be
observed concerning the disposal of this amplifier and certain internal components.
Do not crush or incinerate.
Note: Beryllium Oxide is a material used in the manufacture of RF devices. Toxic
dust is given off when crushed.
Note: PTFE is a material used in the manufacture of certain components within the
amplifier. PTFE gives off toxic gasses when incinerated.
WARNING! Do not touch the inner conductor of the RF-output connector.
High voltages can occur on the inner conductor of the RF output connector, or on
cables or antennas connected to it. These can cause RF burns if touched.
WARNING! Ground the amplifier.
The amplifier conforms with IEC Safety class 1, meaning that it is provided with a
protective grounding terminal. This is through the line supply cord to the centre pin of
the power inlet connector. To maintain this protection, the line supply cord must
always be connected to the source of line supply via a socket with a grounded contact.
Do this before making connections to the RF-input or RF-output connectors of the
amplifier.
Without the protective ground connection, all parts of the amplifier constitute a
potential shock hazard.
WARNING! Use the correct power cord.
Use only the line supply cord and connector specified for the amplifier. Use only a line
supply cord that is in good condition.
WARNING! Do not remove covers or panels.
To avoid personal injury, do not operate the amplifier without the panels or covers in
place.
WARNING! Do not operate in explosive atmospheres.
The amplifier provides no explosive protection from static discharges or arcing
components. Do not operate the amplifier in an atmosphere of explosive gasses.
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