Fluke 9640A Series, Instruction Manual

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Introduction and Specifications
About the Manual
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About the Manual
This is the Instruction Manual for the 9640A RF Reference Source (hereafter referred to
as the Instrument) and its options and accessories. It contains all of the information a user
will need to operate and maintain the Instrument effectively. The manual is divided into
the following chapters:
Chapter 1
Introduction and Specifications
Chapter 2 Preparing the Instrument for Operation
Chapter 3 Local Operation
Chapter 4 Remote Operation
Chapter 5 Calibration
Chapter 6 Theory of Operation
Chapter 7 Maintenance
Chapter 8 Lists of Replaceable Parts
Appendix A Rack mounting instructions
Appendix B Error Messages
Safety Information
This section addresses safety considerations and describes symbols that may appear
either in this manual or on the Instrument.
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X
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Warning
statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or
death.
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W
Caution
statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage to
the Instrument or equipment to which it is connected.
XW
Warning
To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read
the information under General Safety Summary before
attempting to install, use, or service the Instrument.
General Safety Summary
The Instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with the European standard
publication EN 61010-1: 2001 and U.S. / Canadian standard publications UL 61010-
1:2004 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010-1:2004. The Instrument left the factory in a safe
condition.
This manual contains information and warnings that must be observed to keep the
Instrument in a safe condition and ensure safe operation. Using or servicing the
Instrument in conditions other than as specified in the Instruction Manual could
compromise your safety.
To use the Instrument correctly and safely, read and follow the precautions on the next
few pages , as well as, the safety instructions or warnings given throughout this manual.
In addition, follow all generally accepted safety practices and procedures when working
with and around electricity.