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TDS 420A, TDS 430A & TDS 460A Service Manual
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
Use Proper Power Cord. To avoid fire hazard, use only the power cord specified
for this product.
Avoid Electric Overload.
To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not apply a
voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal.
Avoid Electric Shock.
To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect
probes or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Do Not Operate Without Covers.
To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not
operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse.
To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified
for this product.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
To avoid electric shock, do not operate
this product in wet or damp conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not
operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Use Proper Power Source.
Do not operate this product from a power source that
applies more than the voltage specified.
Provide Proper Ventilation. To prevent product overheating, provide proper
ventilation.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures.
If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Injury Precautions
Product Damage
Precautions