Operating instructions

VTM-98006F
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SECTION 1
GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1-1 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. The following general safety precautions are not
related to any specific procedures and therefore do not appear elsewhere in this publication.
These are recommended precautions that personnel must understand and apply during many
phases of operation and maintenance.
WARNING
Keep away from live circuits. Operating personnel must at all times observe all safety
regulations, to prevent serious injury or death due to electrical shock.
Do not service or adjust alone. Under no circumstances should any person service or adjust
the equipment except in the presence of someone who is capable of rendering aid.
Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern methods of
resuscitation.
1.2 SPECIFIC WARNINGS. The following specific precautions are related to inspecting and
removing the antenna.
WARNING
Ensure that the transmitting equipment is de-energized prior to inspection of the antenna.
Make sure the test equipment is properly grounded, to prevent electric shock.
CAUTION
Make sure the antenna is properly supported before removing its mounting hardware.
CAUTION
Do not coat the insulator with any substance; do not paint with lead base paints.