1.0
Arc-blast Hazards
The hazards associated with electrical arc-blasts are
well documented. Studies conducted by numerous
industries and professional organizations have
sought to quantify the intensity of arc-blast, the
risks to personnel, and various methodologies for
mitigating the risks.
Without doubt, increasing the distance between the
arc and a human is the single greatest favorable
factor in reducing injuries.
The Chicken Switch® is not a panacea but rather
one more tool available for protecting workers while
they are performing electrical switching.
Using a Chicken Switch® may not negate the need
for additional personal protective measures. The
user is ultimately responsible for evaluating each
situation to determine if additional protective
measures are needed.
Electrical switching may present
risk of serious injury or death.
This device should only be used
by qualified persons after
careful analysis of the hazards.
WARNING
2.0
Safety Information
ALWAYS connect the control cable to the
actuator BEFORE installing the Chicken
Switch®.
2.1
Finger pinch points
Keep fingers clear of the bottom of the actuator
when the actuator is near a ferrous surface.
2.2
Strong magnets
The holding magnets are very strong. Keep
magnetically-sensitive objects such as watches
or computer disks away from the bottom of the
actuator.
3.0
Battery Requirements
•
Eight (8) AA alkaline cells are required.
Carefully observe polarity when installing
cells.
•
Rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
3.1
Battery Life
•
A set of fresh alkaline cells should give
hundreds of operations.
•
The Chicken Switch® is designed as a
portable device. It is not designed to remain
with the control unit connected to the actuator
for extended periods of time. To do so will
