IDEAL 61-535, Manual

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Warning - Identifies conditions and actions that could result in
possible death or serious injury if the hazard is realized.
Caution - Identifies conditions and actions that could result in tester damage,
equipment under test damage or data loss if the hazard is realized.
Safety Information
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard, Proper PPE Required. Follow all safety procedures,
wear proper PPE in accordance to NFPA 70E and follow the guidelines below and
the instructions in this manual when operating the tester. Failure to comply can
result in serious injury or death.
• Use only as specified in this manual or protection provided can be
compromised.
• Before using, visually inspect to ensure the cases are not cracked and the
battery cover is securely in place. Do not use if there appears to be any
damage to the unit.
• Only experienced or technically competent consumers should use this
equipment.
• When in doubt, call an experienced electrician to make all necessary repairs
or installations.
• The equipment is intended for use by qualified electricians. Follow NFPA
70E Standards for Electrical Safety in the Workplace when using this
equipment.
• Do not use without the batteries correctly in place and the battery cover
closed and secured.
• Do not use if it operates incorrectly as protection may be compromised.
When in doubt, have the unit serviced only by qualified service personnel.
• Do not use the equipment around explosive gas, dust, or vapor, or during
electrical storms, or in wet environments.
• Do not submerge or expose the tester to water and do no use if the tester
has ever been exposed to water or other fluids
• Not for use in ANY patient care area where/when patient support equipment
may be plugged into the same branch circuit.
• Voltages exceeding 30VAC or 60VDC pose a shock hazard so use caution.
• If used on a circuit controlled by a dimmer, turn the dimmer to the highest
on position.
• Use extreme caution when working around bare conductors. Contact with
the conductor could result in electric shock.
• Adhere to local and national safety codes. Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) must be used to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous
live conductors are exposed.
• Before using the test leads (applies when using the TL-532A lead set),
inspect carefully for damaged insulation, exposed metal or damaged
protective hoods. Do not use leads if they appear damaged.
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