Chapter 1 ________________________________________________________ General Information
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WARNING
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings
elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design,
manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Vaisala Oyj
assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
requirements.
Product Related Safety Precautions
Vaisala Ceilometer CL31 delivered to you has been tested for safety
and approved as shipped from the factory. The following safety
precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service,
and repair of this instrument:
WARNING
To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cabinet must
be connected to an electrical ground. The instrument is equipped
with a three-conductor AC power connector. The power cable must
either be plugged into an approved three-contact electrical outlet or
the instrument must be carefully grounded to a low-resistance safety
ground.
WARNING
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or
fumes. Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment
constitutes a definite safety hazard.
WARNING
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person,
capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.
WARNING
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not
install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to
the instrument. Return the instrument to a Vaisala office or
authorized Depot for service and repair to ensure that safety features
are maintained.