Chapter 1 _________________________________________________________ General Information
VAISALA _________________________________________________________________________ 7
Documentation Conventions
Throughout the manual, important safety considerations are highlighted
as follows:
WARNING
Warning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read and
follow
instructions very carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even
death.
CAUTION
Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and follow
instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or
important data
could be lost.
NOTE
Note highlights important information on using the product.
Safety
The HMDW80 series transmitter delivered to you has been tested for
safety and approved as shipped from the factory. Note the following
precautions:
WARNING
Installation of HMDW80 series transmitters may involve working at a
height. Assess the risks and plan your work so it is carried out safely.
Try avoiding work at height, if you can.
CAUTION
Make sure the wires are de
-energized when you connect them to the
CAUTION
Do not modify the unit. Improper modification can damage the product
or lead to malfunction.
ESD Protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to
electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against
ESD for their intended use. It is possible to damage the product,
however, by delivering electrostatic discharges when touching,
removing, or inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.