User Manual

WPS500X User’s Guide Pico Technology
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1. Safety terms and symbols
Appearing in this manual:
WARNING
WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to this product or other property.
Appearing on the product:
Danger of personal injury or property damage. Refer to manual
for details.
General safety summary
Please review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage
to this transducer or any equipment that is connected to it.
DO connect safely
This transducer must be connected using only the pressure hoses and connectors
supplied. Pico Technology cannot accept responsibility for damage or injury caused
by the use of unsuitable pressure hoses or connectors.
DO follow the vehicle manufacturer’s safety instructions
This is particularly important when connecting the transducer to pressurized fuel
lines.
DO ground the unit when working with fuels
When working on or near fuel systems, you must connect the transducer to an
electrical ground. If you are using the transducer with a PicoScope oscilloscope,
connect a suitable lead from any unused BNC connector on the front panel of the
scope to the ground of the vehicle.
DO wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with
pressurized fluids.