Safety Precautions - BIRD FlightHawk Operation Manual

Safety Precautions

The following are general safety precautions that are not necessarily related to
any specific part or procedure, and do not necessarily appear elsewhere in this
publication. These precautions must be thoroughly understood and apply to all
phases of operation and maintenance.
Operating Personnel must at all times observe general safety precautions. Do
not replace components or make adjustments to the inside of the test
equipment with the high voltage supply turned on. To avoid casualties, always
Do not attempt to remove the RF transmission line while RF power is present.
Under no circumstances should any person reach into an enclosure for the
purpose of service or adjustment of equipment except in the presence of
An uninterruptible earth safety ground must be supplied from the main
power source to test instruments. Grounding one conductor of a two
conductor power cable is not sufficient protection. Serious injury or death can
Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern
Observe general safety precautions. Do not open the instrument with the
Keep Away From Live Circuits
remove power.
Do Not Service Or Adjust Alone
someone who is capable of rendering aid.
Safety Earth Ground
occur if this grounding is not properly supplied.
methods of resuscitation.
Remove Power
WARNING
WARNING
Shock Hazard
WARNING
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WARNING
Resuscitation
WARNING
power on.
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