RIGOL 
II  DS1000Z Quick Guide 
Safety Requirement 
 
General Safety Summary 
 
1.  Only the exclusive power cord 
designed for the instrument and 
authorized for use within the local 
country could be used. 
2.  Ensure that the instrument is 
safely grounded. 
3.  Connect the probe correctly. 
4.  Observe all terminal ratings. 
5.  Use proper overvoltage protection. 
6.  Do not operate without covers. 
7.  Do not insert objects into the air 
outlet. 
9.  Avoid circuit or wire exposure. 
10.  Do not operate the instrument with 
suspected failures. 
11.  Provide adequate ventilation. 
12.  Do not operate in wet conditions. 
13.  Do not operate in an explosive 
atmosphere. 
14.  Keep instrument surfaces clean and 
dry. 
15.  Prevent electrostatic impact. 
16.
Handle with caution. 
 
Safety Notices and Symbols 
 
Safety Notices in this Manual: 
 
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not 
avoided, will result in serious injury or death. 
 
 
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not 
avoided, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. 
 
Safety Terms on the Product: 
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could 
result in injury or hazard immediately. 
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could 
result in potential injury or hazard.  
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could 
result in damage to the product or other devices connected to the 
 
Safety Symbols on the Product: 
 
 
 
   
Voltage 
Warning 
Earth  
Ground 
Ground