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Chapter 1: Safety
ii APx1701 Transducer Test Interface: Safety
This unit is designed for rack mounting, but is also sup-
plied with four feet that can be attached to the bottom sur-
face for desktop use.
Safety Symbols
The following symbols may be marked on the panels or
covers of equipment or modules, and are used in this man-
ual:
WARNING!—This symbol alerts you to a potentially haz-
ardous condition, such as the presence of dangerous volt-
age that could pose a risk of electrical shock. Refer to the
accompanying Warning Label or Tag, and exercise extreme
caution.
ATTENTION!—This symbol alerts you to important oper-
ating considerations or a potential operating condition that
could damage equipment. If you see this marked on equip-
ment, refer to the Operator’s Manual or User’s Manual for
precautionary instructions.
FUNCTIONAL EARTH TERMINAL—A terminal marked
with this symbol is electrically connected to a reference
point of a measuring circuit or output and is intended to be
earthed (grounded) for any functional purpose other than
safety.
PROTECTIVE EARTH TERMINAL—A terminal marked
with this symbol is bonded to conductive parts of the instru-
ment and is intended to be connected to an external protec-
tive earthing (grounding) system.
WARNING! HOT SURFACE—This symbol is marked on a
surface that may become too hot to touch during operation.
Disclaimer
Audio Precision cautions against using their products in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer. To do otherwise
may void any warranties, damage equipment, or pose a
safety risk to personnel.