Teledyne LeCroy HFP2500 - Manual (Page 7)

Operator’s Manual
922253-00 Rev A 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.
WARNING. High Voltage, risk of electric shock.
CAUTION. Potential for damage to probe or instrument it is connected to. Attend to the
accompanying information to protect against personal injury or damage. Do not proceed
until 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 probe or the instrument it is connected to, review and 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.
Comply with voltage derating curve. When measuring higher frequency signals, comply with the
Input Voltage vs. Frequency Curve (see Figure 1).