Megger Baker DX, User Manual

Page: 57 / 156

megger.com 47
5 —
Setting up the Baker DX Tester
Positioning the Baker DX
The unit may be oriented for operation on any clean and level bench, shelf, cart, or table surface
in the following positions:

Laid flat with the bottom of the unit on a flat surface.
 Upright with the front panel facing upward.
 Held at an angle using the rotating handle with face panel upright (not upside down).
Do not position equipment in such a way that it is difficult to operate the device itself, the
equipment being tested, or any nearby equipment.
Safety Precautions for Baker DX Setup
 There are no specific ventilation requirements for the Baker DX. The unit is intended for
use in Installation Category II (portable equipment) areas and Pollution Degree II
environments where occasional non-conducting condensing pollution can be
encountered.
 Avoid stacking objects of any kind on or near the Baker DX.
 Avoid placing the unit on other items other than power packs or flat surfaces.
 To prevent shock hazard, do not expose the Baker DX to rain, snow, or moisture. Avoid
locations with high levels of dirt or dust.
Baker DX Setup Procedures
1.
Place the Baker DX directly on a suitable surface as described above. Before you attach
a power plug to any power source, check the power switch at the rear of the unit and
make sure it is in the
Off position.
2.
Plug the female end of the power cord into the connector on the rear of the unit.
3.
Plug the other end of the power cable into a grounded wall socket. The unit operates
between 85–264 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
4.
Switch the unit on by turning the power switch at the rear panel of the unit to the On
position. The device will then boot to the main operations screen and be ready for use.