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IM 01B08B02-01EN
Notes on the User’s Manual
• This user’s manual should be readily accessible to the end users
so it can be referred to easily. It should be kept in a safe place.
• Read the information contained in this manual thoroughly before
operating the product.
• The purpose of this user's manual is not to warrant that the
product is well suited to any particular purpose, but rather to
describe the functional details of the product.
Safety,Protection,andModicationoftheProduct
The following symbols are used in the product and user’s manuals to
indicate safety precautions:
“Handle with Care” (This symbol is attached to the part(s)
of the product to indicate that the user’s manual should be
referred to in order to protect the operator and the
instrument from harm.)
Protective grounding terminal
Functional grounding terminal (Do not use this terminal as
a protective grounding terminal.)
Alternating current
• In order to protect the system controlled by this product and the
product itself, and to ensure safe operation, observe the safety
precautions described in this user’s manual. Use of the instrument
in a manner not prescribed herein may compromise the product's
functions and the protection features inherent in the device.
We assume no liability for safety, or responsibility for the product's
quality, performance or functionality should users fail to observe
these instructions when operating the product.
• Installation of protection and/or safety circuits with respect to a
lightning protector; protective equipment for the system controlled
by the product and the product itself; foolproof or failsafe design
of a process or line using the system controlled by the product
or the product itself; and/or the design and installation of other
protective and safety circuits are to be appropriately implemented
as the customer deems necessary.
• Be sure to use the spare parts approved by YOKOGAWA when
replacing parts or consumables.
• This product is not designed or manufactured to be used in critical
applicationsthatdirectlyaectorthreatenhumanlives.Such
applications include nuclear power equipment, devices using
radioactivity, railway facilities, aviation equipment, air navigation
facilities, aviation facilities, and medical equipment. If so used,
it is the user’s responsibility to include in the system additional
equipment and devices that ensure personnel safety.
• Modicationoftheproductisstrictlyprohibited.
WARNING
● PowerSupply
Ensure that the instrument’s supply voltage matches the voltage of
the power supply before turning ON the power.
● ProtectiveGrounding
Topreventelectricshock,alwaysconrmthatprotectivegroundingis
connected before turning ON the instrument’s power supply.
● NecessityofProtectiveGrounding
Donot cut o theinternal or external protective grounding wireor
disconnect the wiring of the protective grounding terminal. Doing so
renders the protective functions of the instrument invalid and poses a
potential shock hazard.
● DefectsinProtectiveFunctions
If protective functions such as grounding are suspected to be
defective, do not operate the instrument. Ensure that all protective
functions are in working order before operating the instrument.
● DoNotUseinanExplosiveAtmosphere
Do not operate the instrument in locations with combustible
or explosive gases or steam. Operation in such environments
constitutes an extreme safety hazard. Use of the instrument in
environments with high concentrations of corrosive gas (H
2
S, SOx,
etc.) for extended periods of time may cause a failure.
● DoNotRemoveInternalUnit
The internal unit should not be removed by anyone other than YOKOGAWA's
service personnel. There are dangerous high voltage parts inside.
● ExternalConnection
Ensure that protective grounding is connected before connecting the
instrument to the device under measurement or to an external control circuit.
● DamagetotheProtectiveConstruction
Operation of theinstrument inamanner notspecied in thisuser’s
manual may damage its protective construction.
Warning and Disclaimer
• YOKOGAWA makes no warranties regarding the product except
those stated in the WARRANTY that is provided separately.
• The product is provided on an "as is" basis. YOKOGAWA
assumes no liability to any person or entity for any loss or
damage, direct or indirect, arising from the use of the product or
from any unpredictable defect of the product.
Notes on Software
• YOKOGAWA makes no warranties, either expressed or implied,
with respect to the software’s merchantability or suitability for
anyparticularpurpose,exceptasspeciedinthetermsofthe
separately provided warranty.
• Thissoftwaremaybeusedononespecicmachineonly.
• To use the software on another machine, the software must be
purchased again separately.
•
It is strictly prohibited to reproduce the product except for backup purposes.
• Store the software CD-ROM (the original medium) in a safe place.
• All reverse-engineering operations, such as reverse compilation
or the reverse assembly of the product are strictly prohibited.
• No part of the product’s software may be transferred, converted,
or sublet for use by any third party, without prior written consent
from YOKOGAWA.
Handling Precautions for the Main Unit
•
The instrument comprises many plastic components. To clean it, wipe
it with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use organic solvents such as benzene
or thinner for cleaning, as discoloration or deformation may result.
• Keep electrically charged objects away from the signal terminals.
Not doing so may cause the instrument to fail.
• Do not apply volatile chemicals to the display area, operation
keys, etc. Do not leave the instrument in contact with rubber or
PVC products for extended periods. Doing so may result in failure.
• If the equipment emits smoke or abnormal smells or makes
unusual noises, turn OFF the instrument’s power switch
immediately and unplug the device. In such an event, contact
your sales representative.
Regarding the LCD
A small number of missing or steady-on LCD pixels and
minor variations in brightness uniformity is a normal display
characteristic and not a malfunction.
Protection of Environment
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE), Directive
Applicable models: YS1700-10x, -11x, -12x, -20x, -21x, -22x
YS1500-10x, -12x, -20x, -22x
However, except the option /A08.
This is an explanation of how to dispose of this product based on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Directive. This
directive is only valid in the EU.
● Marking
This product complies with the WEEE Directive
marking requirement. This marking indicates that
you must not discard this electrical/electronic
product in domestic household waste.
● ProductCategory
With reference to the equipment types in the
WEEE directive, this product is classified as a
“Small equipment” product.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
When disposing products in the EU, contact your
localYokogawaEuropeB.V.oce.