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Important Safety Instructions
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet strict international safety standards yet, like any
electrical and pressurised apparatus, due care must still be taken by the operator.
For your own safety, when carrying out work using a Pulse LPP unit, all relevant national safety regulations must
be complied with relating to pressurised and electrical systems.
3.1
Intended use of Pulse
Pulse is exclusively intended for determining the air leakage and/or background air change rates of buildings
and enclosures.
Pulse is portable equipment and must be stored in a dry, stable environment;
protected at all times from
extreme conditions and weather.
Pulse must be operated only as intended and in accordance with the manual within the constraints of the data
on the product information plates located on the air receiver, controller and compressor, respectively.
Any operations that do not comply with those stated on the Pulse rating label will render the warranty void.
3.2
General Safety Information
This instrument is for professional use only.
Use only as described in this manual.
Do not handle plug or instrument with wet hands.
Read carefully and understand the instructions before using the equipment.
Do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. For indoor use only.
Do not remove any screws or non-operator accessible covers.
Do not insert any metallic objects.
Do not allow liquid to spill into cabinet openings. Resting drinks or other liquids on top of any of the product
components is strongly discouraged and will void warranty.
Do not allow anything to rest on or strain the power cords or air hose and ensure all cables are routed to
prevent damage, accidental contact or trip hazards.
Do not continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way. Switch off, then withdraw the mains plug and consult your service agent.
Ensure all parts, including the controller case lid, are securely attached before transporting or carrying the
instrument.
Store the instrument indoors. Do not use or store this instrument below 0ºC (32ºF). Ensure that the
instrument is at room temperature before operating.
Do not unplug by pulling on cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable
Do not pull or carry by the power supply or data cables, use cables as a handle, close a door on cables, or
pull cables around sharp edges or corners. Do not squash the cables with any of the equipment and keep
the cables away from heated surfaces.
Keep all parts of body away from the air nozzle during use as it can get very cold during and after air release.
Do not block, or place objects near to, the nozzle: the force produced by air exiting the unit can cause objects
to be toppled, or even be projected.
Take extra care when moving the instrument on stairs. Do not work with the instrument above you on the
stairs.
Keep the air receiver and compressor components on the floor. Do not raise onto chairs, tables etc.
Do not shake the instrument or expose it to ongoing lengthy vibration.
Seek manual lifting and handling training before attempting to move this unit. If you are unsure as to your
ability to move the unit, do not attempt to. Seek help or procure a lifting aid.
Do not lubricate any parts or carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that advised in this
manual, or as advised by Build Test Solutions Ltd operatives.
When transporting the unit, ensure the compressor, air receiver and controller are all secured into place.
No modifications must be made to any part of the Pulse system, any modifications may reduce the
operational safety of the unit and invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.
