Safety - Teledyne Lecroy HVD3000 Series Operator's Manual

HVD3000 Series High-Voltage Differential Probes Operator's Manual

Safety

To maintain the probe in a correct and safe condition, observe generally accepted safety
procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The overall safety of any
system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Symbols
These symbols on the probe and accessories or in documentation to alert you to important
safety considerations.
CAUTION of damage to instrument, or WARNING of hazard to health. Attend to the
accompanying information to protect against personal injury or damage. Do not
proceed until conditions are fully understood and met.
HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING. Risk of electric shock.
Double Insulation
Measurement Ground
Precautions
WARNING. To avoid personal injury or damage due to electric shock or fire:
Do not overload; observe all terminal ratings. Do not apply any potential that exceeds
the maximum rating of the probe and/or the probe accessory, whichever is less.
Comply with the Voltage vs. Frequency derating curve when measuring higher
frequency signals.
Connect and disconnect properly. Always connect the probe input lead to the probe
accessories before connecting to a voltage source. Ensure the connections are secure
before applying voltage. Do not disconnect leads or accessories from a live circuit.
Keep the probe body and output cable away from the circuits being measured. Only
accessory tips are intended for contact with electrical sources.
Use only accessories compatible with the probe. Use only accessories that are rated
for the application. Substituting other accessories than those specified in this manual
may create a shock /burn hazard.
Keep fingers behind the finger guard of the probe accessories.
Do not remove the probe's casing. Touching exposed connections may result in
electric shock.
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