Precautions For Use - AEMC 6417 Quick Start User Manual

This instrument and its accessories comply with safety standards EN 61010-1, EN
61010-030, and EN 61010-2-032 for voltages of 600V in Category IV at an altitude of
less than 2000m with a pollution degree of not more than 2.
Failure to observe the safety instructions may result in electric shock, fire, explosion,
and destruction of the instrument and of the installations.
• The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand the various precautions to be taken in use. Sound knowledge and a
keen awareness of electrical hazards are essential when using this instrument.
• If you use this instrument other than as specified, the protection it provides may
be compromised, thereby endangering you.
• Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category exceeds
those mentioned.
• Do not use the instrument if it seems to be damaged, incomplete, or poorly
closed.
• Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on housing. Any item of
which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside for repair
or scrapping.
• Use personal protection equipment systematically.
• When handling the instrument, keep your fingers behind the physical guard.
• All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be performed by competent
and accredited personnel.
• Avoid impacts on the measurement head, in particular the air gap.
• Keep the surfaces of the air gap clean; even a little dirt can cause the clamp to
malfunction.
• All metal objects or wires connected to the electrical system should be assumed
to be lethal until tested. Grounding systems are no exception.
• Use extreme caution when using the instrument around energized electrical
equipment.
• Never attempt to use the instrument to twist or pry the ground electrode or
ground wire away from the equipment being grounded.

Precautions for Use