1. Safety Precautions
Electricity can cause severe injuries even with low voltages
or currents. Therefore it is extremely important that you read
the following information before using your analogue insulation
tester.
1.1 This Instrument must only be used and operated by a
competent trained person and in strict accordance with the
instructions. we will not accept liability for any damage or injury
caused by misuse or non compliance with instructions and
safety procedures.
1.2 This instrument must not be used on live circuits.
Ensure all circuits are de-energised before testing, see
paragraph 1.8 for details of built-in warning features should
your analogue insulation tester be connected to a live system.
1.3 Never open your analogue insulation tester except for
battery replacement. (see battery replacement section)
1.4 Always inspect you analogue insulation tester and test
leads before use for any sign of abnormality or damage.
If any abnormal conditions exist (broken test leads, cracked
case, display faulty etc...) do not attempt to take any
measurement or use the tester. Return your analogue insulation
tester to your nearest distributor for service.
1.5 Never replace the protective fuse with any other
than the specified or approved equivalent
1.6 Your analogue insulation tester has been designed with
your safety in mind. However, no design can completely
protect against incorrect use.
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