
For Your Safety
Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory
procedure, read carefully the WARNING and CAUTION notices.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and
is capable of inflicting personal injury.
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Mainframe Grounding
The VXI-1500 mainframe requires a
connection from the premise wire safety ground to the mainframe
chassis earth stud. The earth safety ground must be connected during
use of this equipment to minimize shock hazards. Refer to the
Connecting Safety Ground section of Chapter 2, Installation and
Configuration, for instructions on connecting safety ground.
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Live Circuits
Operating personnel and service personnel must not
remove protective covers when operating or servicing the
mainframe. Adjustments and service to internal components must be
undertaken by qualified service technicians. During service of this
product, the mains connector to the premise wiring must be
disconnected. Dangerous voltages may be present under certain
conditions; use extreme caution.
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Explosive Atmosphere
Do not operate the mainframe in
conditions where flammable gases are present. Under such
conditions this equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas
fumes.
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Part Replacement
Only service this equipment with parts that are
exact replacements, both electrically and mechanically. Contact
National Instruments for replacement part information. Installation
of parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause harm
to personnel operating the mainframe. Furthermore, damage or fire
may occur if replacement parts are unsuitable.
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Modification
Do not modify any part of the mainframe from its
original condition. Unsuitable modifications may result in safety
hazards.