SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
It is used in industrial applications for pinhole
leak detection, and to ionize a gas inside a lamp, neon sign, vial or similar
device to determine whether a good vacuum is being held inside the
device. It is also used as a lamp starter, principally in printing industry.
Only factory approved electrodes should be used. No other electrodes should be
used with this device.
Never touch or come in contact with the high voltage output of this device, nor with
any device it is energizing.
Since its output is 500 kHz, it radiates its energy for a short distance. It may
interfere with sensitive electronic devices near by. If a user is wearing a pace
maker or similar device, their physician should be contacted prior to using this
device. The same should be said for women who are pregnant.
Also, a small amount of ozone gas is generated as a by-product. Use in a well-
ventilated area.
Special Notice Regarding CE Marking.
The Model BD-10AV/BD-
10ASV generates a high voltage corona of approximately 500 kHz.
However by the very nature of its design, it will produce
electromagnetic interference (EMI) as a result of its operation.
Electric arc welders, for example, are another product that by its very nature and
mode of operation produces EMI.
As a result, the Model BD-10AV/BD-10ASV cannot meet the European Union
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 89/336/EEC, and cannot be CE
marked.
It does, however, meet EN61010-1:1993 Safety Requirements for Electrical
Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use, following the
provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended by 93/68/EEC
Because of the risk of EMI, a risk assessment should be carried out prior to use
of this equipment.
The power output of the Model BD-10 is limited. The effective range of EMI is
less than about 1 meter on so in all directions. Metal objects nearby may bend or
deflect this radiation. Therefore, there is some risk that it might interfere with
electronic equipment 1 meter or so from this apparatus. This might include
telephones, computers, cell phones, for example. Operators who wear
pacemakers may also wish to consult with a physician prior to using this
equipment.
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