Vaisala Beacon Station BWS500 Setup Manual Download Page 5

Safety Note

WARNING! 

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party 

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING!

 If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Vaisala, the protection 

provided by the equipment may be impaired.

WARNING! 

Assess the risks from the installation work. Take into account also the effects of 

local weather conditions. Do not perform installation procedures when there is a risk of 

thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.

WARNING! 

Do not replace the battery with a battery of an incorrect type. If you do, there is a 

risk of explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to statutory regulations.

CAUTION!

 EGW501 requires a separation distance of at least 20 cm (7.87 in). This distance must 

be maintained between the user and the device when the device is operating.

WARNING!

 alerts you to a serious hazard. 

If you do not read and follow instructions 

carefully at this point, there is a risk of 

injury or even death.

CAUTION! 

warns you of a potential 

hazard. If you do not read and follow 

instructions carefully at this point, the 

product could be damaged or important 

data could be lost.

To prevent electrostatic discharge, avoid touching component contacts or connectors.

When working with equipment in extremely cold temperatures, use appropriate 

personal protective equipment such as thermally insulated gloves and clothing.

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against ESD 

for their intended use. However, it is possible to damage the product by delivering electrostatic discharges when 

touching, removing, or inserting any objects in the equipment housing.

To avoid delivering high static voltages to the product, touch a conductive part of the equipment chassis with your 

other hand before touching ESD-sensitive components.

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strictly prohibited. All specifications — technical included — are 

subject to change without notice.

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