Bird Technologies 8255 - Manual (Page 4)

CAUTION
Caution notes call attention to a procedure which if not correctly
performed, could result in damage to the instrument.
This symbol appears on the equipment indicating there is
important information in the instruction manual regard-
ing that particular area.
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Note: Calls attention to supplemental informa-
tion.
Warning Statements
The following safety warnings appear in the text where there is danger to op-
erating and maintenance personnel and are repeated here for emphasis.
WARNING
The vent plug must be used at all times when the unit is in operation
or cooling. Failure to do this could result in damage to the equipment
and endanger the operator’s safety. Be sure to check this plug.
WARNING
Using this load in the upper end of its power dissipation range will
cause the housing to become hot! Care should be exercised in touching
it.
WARNING
Never attempt to connect or disconnect RF equipment from the
transmission line while RF power is being applied. Leaking RF energy
is a potential health hazard.
Caution Statements
The following equipment cautions appear in the text whenever the equipment
is in danger of damage, and are repeated here for emphasis.
CAUTION
This equipment is designed for operation in a horizontal position only,
with mounting brackets down. Do not operate in any other manner.
CAUTION
Do not operate this equipment over the rated 1000 watts continuously.
Damage to the resistive element will result.
Bird Model 8251/52/55 Termaline Coaxial Load Resistor
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