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Power supply safety, Warnings, cautions, and notes, Note – Xantrex Technology GPIB-M-XT User Manual

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Operating Manual for Multichannel Functionality (GPIB-M)

Power

Supply

Safety

Warnings,

Cautions,

and Notes

Warnings, cautions, and notes are defined and formatted in this manual as shown
below.

WARNING—High Energy and High Voltage
Exercise caution when using and calibrating a power supply. High energy levels
can be stored at the output voltage terminals on a power supply in normal
operation. In addition, potentially lethal voltages exist in the power circuit and on
the output and sense connectors of a power supply with a rated output greater
than 40 V. Filter capacitors store potentially dangerous energy for some time after
power is removed.

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CAUTION
Operate the power supply in an environment free of flammable gases or fumes.
To ensure that the power supply’s safety features are not compromised, use the
power supply as specified in this manual and do not substitute parts or make any
unauthorized modifications. Contact the service technician for service and repair
help. Repairs must be made by experienced service technicians only.

WARNING
Describes a potential hazard which could result in injury or death, or, a procedure
which, if not performed correctly, could result in injury or death.

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CAUTION
Describes a procedure which, if not performed correctly, could result in damage
to data, equipment, or systems.

Note
Describes additional operating information which may affect the performance of the
equipment.

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