Megger BM80/2 Series, User Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS
• Safety Warnings and Precautions must be read and understood before
the instrument is used. They must be observed during use.
• The circuit under test must be de-energized and isolated before
connections are made except for voltage measurement.
• Circuit connections must not be touched during a test.
• After insulation tests, capacitive circuits must be allowed to discharge
before disconnecting the test leads.
• The Live Circuit Warning and Automatic Discharge are additional safety
features and should not be regarded as a substitute for normal safe
working practice.
• Replacement fuses must be of the correct type and rating.
• Test leads, including crocodile clips, must be in good order, clean and
have no broken or cracked insulation.
• U.K. Safety Authorities recommend the use of fused test leads when
measuring voltage on high energy systems.
NOTE
THIS INSTRUMENT MUST ONLY BE USED BY SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT PERSONS
.