2 PRODUCT SAFETY
2.2 Electrical safety
The SmarAct
PICO
SCALE
controller contains hazardous voltages. Do not disassemble the en-
closure. There are no user-serviceable components inside. All units are designed to operate as
assembled. Warranty will be voided if the enclosure is disassembled.
WARNING
High voltage inside.
To avoid electrical shock before powering the unit, make
sure that the protective conductor of the 3-conductor power cord is correctly
connected to the protective earth contact of the socket outlet.
I
mproper ground-
ing can cause electric shock resulting in severe injury or even death.
WARNING
Shock warning.
Do not operate without cover installed. Do not stick any mate-
rial through the ventilation holes. Do not operate under wet/damp conditions.
WARNING
Observe all terminal ratings.
To avoid damage,
fi
re or shock hazard, observe
all ratings marked on the PicoScale Controller or documented in the manual.
NOTICE
High electrostatic charges readily accumulate in the human body and equipment
and can easily discharge without detection. Although the electronics features
have impressive input protection, permanent damage may occur on devices
subjected to high-energy electrostatic discharges. Therefore, proper ESD pre-
cautions are recommended to avoid performance degradation.
The most common ESD damage occurs while handling the device during instal-
lation or use. Take the necessary measures to protect the system from ESD, e.g.
by wearing a wrist strap.
Dry air and carpet can create an even higher potential for ESD. Precautions or
shielding need to be taken for demonstrations or trade show exhibitions.
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