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3.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Safety Precautions
During normal MCPA operation, personnel must be cognizant of the intrinsic hazards
related to electronic equipment in general, and RF power amplifiers in particular. This
amplifier subsystem generates high RF power (120 watts) which is dangerous and can
cause serious RF burns if contacted. Caution must be exercised when working with this
amplifier. While every practicable safety precaution has been incorporated into this
amplifier, the following rules must be strictly observed:
WARNING
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Operating personnel must observe all safety regulations
at all times. Do not make adjustments inside equipment
with hazardous voltages present. Do not operate the
amplifier without proper RF termination.
DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE
Under no circumstances should any person reach within
or enter any enclosure for purposes of servicing or
adjustment without the immediate presence and
assistance of another person capable of rendering aid.
Knowledge of first aid for electrical shock and burns is
necessary.
PERSONNEL
Only trained personnel are to service and adjust the
amplifier. Personnel must be trained in the maintenance
of equipment with hazardous RF power, and must be
familiar with this amplifier. In addition, the following
precautions must be observed during operation.
