Safety Summary - Tektronix TDS2000C series User Manual

Appendix B: TPP0101 and TPP0201 Series 10X Passive Probes Information

Safety Summary

To Avoid Fire or Personal
Injury
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Table 9: Certifications and compliances (cont.)
Characteristics Description
Measurement Category
Category
CAT III
Descriptions
CAT II
CAT I
Pollution Degree 2 Do not operate in environments where cond–
uctive pollutants may be present (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Rated
for indoor use only.
Equipment Recycling. This product complies with the European Union's
requirements according to Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). For more information about recycling options,
check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com).
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use this
product only as specified. Using the probe or accessories in a manner not specified
could result in a shock or fire hazard.
Ground-Referenced Oscilloscope Use. Do not float the reference lead of this
probe when using with ground referenced oscilloscopes (for example, TDS series
oscilloscopes). The reference lead must be connected to earth potential (0 V).
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Connect the probe output to the measurement
instrument before connecting the probe to the circuit under test. Disconnect
the probe input and the probe reference lead from the circuit under test before
disconnecting the probe from the measurement instrument.
Avoid Electric Shock. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while
they are connected to a voltage source.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Avoid Electric Shock. When using probe accessories, never exceed the lowest
rating of the probe or its accessory, whichever is less, including the measurement
category and voltage rating.
Inspect the Probe and Accessories. Before each use, inspect the probe and
accessories for damage (cuts, tears, defects in the probe body, accessories, cable
jacket, etc.). Do not use if damaged.
TDS2000C and TDS1000C-EDU Series Oscilloscope User Manual
Examples of Products in this Category
Distribution-level mains, fixed installation
Local-level mains, appliances, portable equipment
Circuits not directly connected to mains.