MARTINDALE PD240 Instruction Manual

PD240 PROVING UNIT
Thank you for buying one of our products. For safety and full
understanding of its benefits please read this manual before
use. Technical support is available from 01923 441717 and
support@martindale-electric.co.uk.
CONTENTS
1 Introduction
1.1 Inspection
1.2 Description
2 Product Specific Safety Information
2.1 Precautions
3 Operation
3.1 Installing or Replacing Batteries
3.2 How it Works
4 Maintenance
4.1 Calibration
4.2 Cleaning
4.3 Repair & Service
4.4 Storage Conditions
5 Warranty
Specifications
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read before proceeding.
Warning
These instructions contain both information and warnings that are
necessary for the safe operation and maintenance of this product. It is
recommended that you read the instructions carefully and ensure that the contents
are fully understood. Failure to understand and to comply with the warnings and
instructions can result in serious injury, damage or even death.
In order to avoid the danger of electrical shock, it is important that proper safety
measures are taken when working with voltages exceeding 33V AC RMS, 46V AC
peak or 70V DC.
This product must only be used by a competent person capable of interpreting the
results under the conditions and for the purposes for which it has been
constructed. Particular attention should be paid to the Warnings, Precautions and
Technical Specifications. Always check the unit is in good working order before
use and that there are no signs of damage to it. Do not use if damaged.
Where applicable other safety measures such as use of protective gloves, goggles
etc. should be employed.
Please keep these instructions for future reference. Updated instructions and
product information are available at: www.martindale-electric.co.uk/instruct
REMEMBER: SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT
MEANING OF SYMBOLS:
Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives
Caution - risk of danger & refer to instructions
Caution - risk of electric shock
End of life disposal of this equipment should be
in accordance with relevant EU Directives
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Inspection
Examine the shipping carton for any sign of damage. Inspect the
unit and any accessories for damage. If there is any damage then
consult your distributor immediately.
1.2 Description
To install or replace the battery refer to section 3.1
The PD240 is a convenient pocket-sized, battery powered proving
unit that produces a 240VDC output.
Any device used for voltage detection and for proving dead should
be tested before and after use to ensure the safety of the
operative.
The PD240 is current limited to 2mA and is suitable for use with
multimeters and other voltage detectors that have an input
impedance greater than 120kΩ.
The unit is actuated by microswitch when probes of a voltage
detector are inserted into the probe apertures on front face.
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