ONYX Electrostatic Discharge Simulator
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1 Safety
1.1 General Safety Information
This warning sign is visible on the equipment. Meaning: This equipment should only be operated after
carefully reading the user manual
Throughout the user manual very important or helpful advice is presented in italics.
Safety notices that must be heeded are printed in bold type.
The earth connection of the ESD Simulator must be connected to a good earth.
If trigger is pressed without connection to earth, electrical shock may occur!
Dangerous mains voltage or high voltages are present inside the ONYX.
Before removing any covers, remove all external connection cables.
Do not open any part of the ONYX as it contains no user replaceable parts. This does not apply to the
cover used for replacement of RC module.
The ONYX should only be maintained by trained personnel.
People with heart pacemakers must not be in the vicinity of the system, when it is in operation.
Do not switch on or operate the ONYX System if an explosion hazard exists.
The system should be operated in a dry room. If condensation is visible the unit should be dried before
operating.
Never touch the Equipment Under Test (EUT), when the ONYX is operating. Establish a safety barrier
around the test setup.
If any part of the ONYX is damaged or it is possible that damage has occurred, for example during
transportation, do not switch on the unit.
This user manual is an integral part of the test system. Haefely Test AG and its sales partners refuse to
accept any responsibility for consequential or direct damage to persons and/or goods due to none
observance of instructions contained herein or due to incorrect use of the ONYX.
1.2 Safety Standards
The ONYX fulfils the requirements of IEC 61010-1.