Bird Technologies 8320 - Manual (Page 3)

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.
Keep Away From Live Circuits
Operating personnel must at all times observe general safety precautions. Do
not replace components or make adjustments inside test equipment with the
high voltage supply turned on. To avoid casualties, always remove power.
Do Not Service Or Adjust Alone
Under no circumstances should any person reach into an enclosure for the
purpose of service or adjustment of equipment except in the presence of some-
one who is capable of rendering aid.
Safety Earth Ground
An earth uninterruptible safety ground must be supplied from the main
power source to test instruments. Grounding one conductor of a two conduc-
tor power cable is not sufficient protection. Serious injury or death can occur
if this grounding is not properly supplied.
Shock Hazard
Do not attempt to remove RF transmission line while RF power is present.
Chemical Hazard
Dry cleaning solvents used to clean parts may be potentially dangerous.
Avoid inhalation of fumes and also prolonged contact with skin.
Resuscitation
Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern
methods of resuscitation.
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