16 Operation Manual
1 Introduction
Important Safety Warnings
Important Safety Warnings
There are several important safety notices to always keep in
mind when using the instrument.
Many internal parts of these instruments carry dangerous
voltages
If the instrument is connected to a power source, even if the
power switch is off, potentially dangerous voltages exist on:
• The wiring between the instrument power cord and the AC
power supply
• The AC power supply itself
• The wiring from the AC power supply to the power switch
With the power switch on, potentially dangerous voltages also
exist on:
• All electronics boards in the instrument
• The internal wires and cables connected to these boards
• The wires for any heater (oven, detector, inlet, or valve box)
WARNING
All these parts are shielded by covers. With the covers in place, it
should be difficult to accidentally make contact with dangerous
voltages. Unless specifically instructed to, never remove a cover
unless the detector, inlet, and oven are turned off.
WARNING
If the power cord insulation is frayed or worn, the cord must be
replaced. Contact your Agilent service representative.