User's Manual | ACOM 1010 | HF Linear Amplifier
Page 10 of 40 | S e c t i o n GENERAL INFORMATION
July 2021
1.5.
Safety Considerations, Explicit Definitions
The ACOM 1010 HF Linear Amplifier is a Safety Class I unit regarding protection against electric shock. The
third grounding lead of its mains cord (which is colored yellow with two green stripes) and the ground stud
on the rear panel of the amplifier (marked
GND
, see ) must be connected to the station's grounding system
for safe operation.
The amplifier is designed to meet international safety standards and complies with CE safety and
electromagnetic compatibility requirements, as well as FCC regulations.
This User's Manual contains information, warnings (signal words
Danger
,
Warning
,
Caution
and
Notice
) and
instructions, related to hazards, that should be followed by the user in order to ensure safe operation and
to keep the amplifier in a safe working condition at all times.
The EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS described below apply to this User's Manual:
DANGER
These notes call attention to a procedure or instructions which, if not correctly
performed,
will result in serious personal injuries and even death
.
WARNING
These notes call attention to a procedure or instructions which, if not correctly
performed,
could result in serious personal injuries and even death
.
CAUTION
These notes call attention to a procedure or instructions which, if not correctly
performed,
could result in minor or moderate personal injuries
.
NOTICE
These notes call attention to a procedure or instructions which, if not correctly
performed,
could result in property damage
or equipment damage not exclusively to
the amplifier but also to connected equipment
.