Instructions

Operator’s Manual
1
Safety Instructions
This section contains instructions that must be observed to keep this oscilloscope
accessory operating in a correct and safe condition. You are required to follow generally
accepted safety procedures in addition to the precautions specified in this section. The
overall safety of any system incorporating this accessory is the responsibility of the
assembler of the system.
Symbols
These symbols may appear on the probe body or in this manual to alert you to important
safety considerations.
HIGH VOLTAGE, risk of electric shock.
CAUTION of Potential damage to probe or instrument it is connected to, or
WARNING of potential bodily injury. Attend to the accompanying information to
protect against personal injury or damage. Do not proceed unt
il conditions are fully
understood and met.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) HAZARD. The probe is susceptible to damage if
anti-static measures are not taken.
DOUBLE INSULATION
PROTECTIVE (EARTH) TERMINAL
Precautions
To avoid personal injury, or damage to the probe or test instrument, comply with the
following safety precautions.
Use product only as specified.
Connect and disconnect properly. Connect probe to the measurement instrument before
connecting the test leads to a circuit/signal being tested.
Use only accessories compatible with the probe. Use only accessories that are rated for
the application. Ensure connections between probe input leads and probe accessories are
secure before connecting them to a voltage source.
Do not overload. To avoid electric shock, do not apply any potential that exceeds the
maximum rating of the probe and/or the probe accessory, whichever is less. Observe all
terminal ratings of the instrument before connecting the probe.
Be careful not to damage the insulation surface when making measurements.