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6 SSA5000A Quick Guide
Safety Terms and Symbols
When the following symbols or terms appear on the front or rear panel of the
instrument or in this manual, they indicate special care in terms of safety.
This symbol is used where caution is required. Refer to the
accompanying information or documents to protect against
personal injury or damage to the instrument.
This symbol warns of a potential risk of shock hazard.
This symbol is used to denote the measurement ground
connection.
This symbol is used to denote a safety ground connection.
This symbol shows that the switch is an On/Standby switch.
When it is pressed, the analyzer
’s state switches between
Operation and Standby. This switch does not disconnect the
device's power supply. To completely power off the analyzer, the
power cord must be unplugged from the AC socket after the
instrument is in the standby state.
This symbol is used to represent alternating current, or "AC".
CAUTION
The "CAUTION" symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls
attention to a procedure, practice, or condition which may be
dangerous if not followed. Do not proceed until its conditions are
fully understood and met.
WARNING
The "WARNING" symbol indicates a potential hazard. It calls
attention to a procedure, practice, or condition which, if not
followed, could cause bodily injury or death. If a WARNING is
indicated, do not proceed until the safety conditions are fully
understood and met.