SONAPHONE
®
E
Operating Manual – Revision: 2.4 | 2020-11-17
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(10) Never open the housing of the SONAPHONE
®
E or its
accessories and never carry out unauthorized repairs. Repairs must
solely be carried out by the manufacturer.
(11) Any kind of conversion or modification of the hardware and
software of the device, probes or accessories is prohibited.
(12) If there is any malfunction or damage, or if there is a suspicion
that the device technology is no longer functioning properly, take it out
of operation immediately and remove it as soon as possible from the
hazardous area.
2.5 General safety instructions for operating the
SONAPHONE
®
E
Risk of death or severe injury.
Incorrect operation, damage to the
device as well as damage to accessories can impair the explosion
protection.
(1) Ensure that you always have a clear view of the
SONAPHONE
®
E and the probes while working.
(2) Never work with the probes or the telescopic rod in the vicinity
of exposed live parts or without visual contact in areas unknown to you.
(3) Keep a sufficient safety distance when locating ultrasonic
signals on electrical installations. Prevent electrical flashovers.
(4) Use the carrying strap when using stairs, ladders, platforms etc.
so that you can use your hands to secure yourself.
(5) Protect the SONAPHONE
®
E, the probes and all accessories
from damage. They have a stable housing construction, but strong
mechanical stresses or impact loads must still be prevented.
