Basic Safety Instructions
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Basic Safety Instructions
Always read through and comply with the following safety instructions!
All plants and locations of the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies make every
effort to keep the safety standards of our products up to date and to offer our
customers the highest possible degree of safety. Our products and the auxiliary
equipment they require are designed, built and tested in accordance with the
safety standards that apply in each case. Compliance with these standards is
continuously monitored by our quality assurance system. The product described
here has been designed, built and tested in accordance with the EC Certificate of
Conformity and has left the manufacturer’s plant in a condition fully complying
with safety standards. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation,
you must observe all instructions and warnings provided in this manual. If you
have any questions regarding these safety instructions, the Rohde & Schwarz
group of companies will be happy to answer them.
Furthermore, it is your responsibility to use the product in an appropriate manner.
This product is designed for use solely in industrial and laboratory environments
or, if expressly permitted, also in the field and must not be used in any way that
may cause personal injury or property damage. You are responsible if the product
is used for any purpose other than its designated purpose or in disregard of the
manufacturer's instructions. The manufacturer shall assume no responsibility for
such use of the product.
The product is used for its designated purpose if it is used in accordance with its
product documentation and within its performance limits (see data sheet,
documentation, the following safety instructions). Using the product requires
technical skills and, in some cases, a basic knowledge of English. It is therefore
essential that only skilled and specialized staff or thoroughly trained personnel
with the required skills be allowed to use the product. If personal safety gear is
required for using Rohde & Schwarz products, this will be indicated at the
appropriate place in the product documentation. Keep the basic safety
instructions and the product documentation in a safe place and pass them on to
the subsequent users.
