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Safety Warnings
The following Safety Warnings and Precautions
must
be read and understood before the instrument is used. They
must
be observed during use.
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Only use test leads and accessories supplied or approved by Megger Instruments Limited
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At any time the
G
symbol or
F
symbol is displayed, the user guide and warnings documentation must be consulted to identify the nature of the hazard and any actions
necessary to avoid the hazard
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Do not use the instrument if there are any signs of damage
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This instrument meets the EMC requirements of Class A applications. Not for use in domestic installations
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All test leads, probes and clips
must
be in good order, clean and with no broken or cracked insulation
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Probes and clips should be held behind the finger guard
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Test leads not used during a measurement should be disconnected from the Appliance tester
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During testing, ensure no hazard will exist as a result of normal running or under fault conditions
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During testing the unit under test (appliance) should not be touched, other than using the appropriate accessories, as faulty appliances can present a shock hazard
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Do not touch the exposed parts of test leads during tests as hazardous voltages may be present
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Do not intentionally connect test leads to live systems or hazardous voltages
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Do not touch the IEC extension lead socket pins especially during a test, as hazardous voltages may be present due to a potentially faulty appliance
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Do not touch the exposed earth pins of the 230 V test socket during a test, as voltages may be present due to a potentially faulty appliance
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Serviceable fuses should only be replaced with those that are suitably rated
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Replacement fuses
must
be of the correct rating and type.
Refer to page 18
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If this instrument is used in a manner not specified in the supplied documentation, the protection provided by the instrument may be compromised
