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NI PXI-6683 Series User Manual
Safety Information
The following section contains important safety information that you
must
follow when
installing and using the product.
Do
not
operate the product in a manner not specified in this document. Misuse of the product
can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection built into the product if the
product is damaged in any way. If the product is damaged, return it to National Instruments for
repair.
Do
not
substitute parts or modify the product except as described in this document. Use the
product only with the chassis, modules, accessories, and cables specified in the installation
instructions. You
must
have all covers and filler panels installed during operation of the product.
Do
not
operate the product in an explosive atmosphere or where there may be flammable gases
or fumes. If you must operate the product in such an environment, it must be in a suitably rated
enclosure.
If you need to clean the product, use a soft, nonmetallic brush. The product
must
be completely
dry and free from contaminants before you return it to service.
Operate the product only at or below Pollution Degree 2. Pollution is foreign matter in a solid,
liquid, or gaseous state that can reduce dielectric strength or surface resistivity. The following is
a description of pollution degrees:
•
Pollution Degree 1 means no pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. The
pollution has no influence.
•
Pollution Degree 2 means that only nonconductive pollution occurs in most cases.
Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be
expected.
•
Pollution Degree 3 means that conductive pollution occurs, or dry, nonconductive pollution
occurs that becomes conductive due to condensation.
You
must
insulate signal connections for the maximum voltage for which the product is rated.
Do
not
exceed the maximum ratings for the product. Do not install wiring while the product is
live with electrical signals. Do not remove or add connector blocks when power is connected to
the system. Avoid contact between your body and the connector block signal when hot swapping
modules. Remove power from signal lines before connecting them to or disconnecting them
from the product.