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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
HIGH VOLTAGE
This equipment is capable of providing POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES!
Improper operation or test practices may result in injury or death to the
operator or surrounding personnel.
The operation of High Voltage test equipment should only be performed by personnel
familiar with HIGH VOLTAGE testing and safety procedures. The operator of this
equipment must be aware of all hazards associated with High Voltage testing. The
operator is responsible for himself and others in close proximity of the testing area.
Some General Safety Practices for working with High Voltage Test Equipment have been
listed below for your reference.
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Become familiar with your instrument before performing an actual test
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Know your work area, check that all circuits are de-energized and locked out.
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Never work alone; always work with another qualified worker.
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Mark off entire work area with barriers and warning tape.
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Make all personnel aware of your testing activities.
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Be aware of dangerous conditions that may arise from energizing a test specimen.
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Never modify test equipment, modifications to equipment could introduce an
unknown hazard or hinder a designed-in safety feature.
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DO NOT operate damaged equipment. Remove power, and do not use the
equipment until safe operation can be verified by service-trained personnel.
Phenix Technologies, Inc. assumes no liability for unsafe or improper use of test equipment.
CAUTION
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