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Series 340 Vacuum Gauge Controller
Instruction Manual - 340005 - Rev. D
Chapter 1
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Safety Instructions
1.1 Safety Introduction
BEGIN BY READING THESE IMPORTANT THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTES
and
repeated with additional information at appropriate points in this instruction manual.
Throughout this instruction manual the word “product” refers to the Series 340 Vacuum Gauge
Controller and all of its approved parts and accessories.
NOTE: These instructions do not and cannot provide for every contingency
that may arise in connection with the installation, operation, or maintenance
of this product. If you require further assistance, contact MKS,
Granville−Phillips Division at the address on the title page of this manual.
This product is designed and tested to offer reasonably safe service provided it is installed, operated, and serviced in strict
accordance with these safety instructions.
These safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, installation, and service
of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. MKS
Instruments, Inc. disclaims all liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
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Read Instructions
– Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
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Retain Instructions
– Retain the Safety and Operating Instructions for future reference.
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Heed Warnings
– Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
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Follow Instructions
– Follow all operating and maintenance instructions.
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Accessories
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Do not
use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous.
These safety alert symbols in this manual or on the Product rear panel,
mean caution − personal safety, property damage or danger from electric
shock. Read these instructions carefully.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in serious personal injury,
including death, or property damage.
The service and repair information in this manual is for the use of Qualified Service
Personnel. To avoid shock, do not perform any procedures in this manual or perform
any servicing on this product unless you are qualified to do so.