GARD 8000 SYS RFL Electronics
November 28, 2017 xxi (973) 334-3100
SAFETY SUMMARY
The following safety precautions must be observed at all times during operation, service, and
repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions, or with specific warnings
elsewhere in this manual, violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use
of this product. Rfl electronics . assumes no liability for failure to comply with these
requirements.
GROUND THE CHASSIS
The chassis must be grounded to reduce shock
hazard and allow the equipment to perform
properly. Equipment supplied with three-wire ac
power cables must be plugged into an approved
three-contact electric outlet. All other equipment
is provided with a rear-panel protective earth
terminal, which must be connected to a proper
electrical ground by suitable cabling. Refer to the
wiring diagram for the chassis or cabinet for the
location of the protective earth terminal.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
OR IN WET OR DAMP AREAS
Do not operate the product in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes, or in any area that is
wet or damp. Operating any electrical equipment
under these conditions can result in a definite
safety hazard.
KEEP AWAY FROM
LIVE CIRCUITS
Operating personnel should never remove
covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustments must be done by qualified service
personnel. Before attempting any work inside
the product, disconnect it from the power
source and discharge the circuit by
temporarily grounding it. This will remove any
dangerous voltages that may still be present after
power is removed.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS
OR MODIFY EQUIPMENT
Because of the danger of introducing additional
hazards, do not install substitute parts or make
unauthorized modifications to the equipment. The
product may be returned to RFL for service and
repair, to ensure that all safety features are
maintained.
READ THE MANUAL
Operators should read this manual before
attempting to use the equipment, to learn how to
use it properly and safely. Service personnel must
be properly trained and have the proper tools and
equipment before attempting to make adjustments
or repairs.
Service personnel must recognize that whenever
work is being done on the product, there is a
potential electrical shock hazard and appropriate
protection measures must be taken. Electrical
shock can result in serious injury, because it can
cause unconsciousness, cardiac arrest, and brain
damage.
Throughout this manual, warnings appear before
procedures that are potentially dangerous, and
cautions appear before procedures that may result
in equipment damage if not performed properly.
The instructions contained in these warnings and
cautions must be followed exactly.
Notice:
The use of ungrounded instruments such as hand held voltmeters has been shown to generate Electro-
Static Discharge. Care should be taken when using such devices on test points internal to RFL
equipment. Specifically, the use of probes manufactured under the Pomona brand is not recommended.
Notice:
RFL products are not designed for safety critical direct control of nuclear reactors and should not be
used as such.
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