General Introduction - Megger VLF CR-28 Operating Manual

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GENERAL INTRODUCTION

The VLF Test System shall be used for the stated field of application in cable diagnosis
only. Any other application is strictly forbidden! Megger cannot be made liable for any
damage to persons or matter caused by using the system for some other application.
This is why we advise you to absolutely abide by the safety precautions given in
chapter1 whenever you use the VLF Test Systems.
Each person involved in the assembly, operation, maintenance, and repair of the VLF
Test Systems is required to have read this handbook carefully.
Only trained and/or instructed staff are permitted to deal with the VLF Test System and
its periphery. Other persons have to stay away.
This handbook must be available to the supervising, operating, and maintenance staff
for reference.
Never use foreign components on the VLF Test System and its periphery, otherwise the
safety of the system is jeopardised.
The user is obliged to immediately report any occurring change in the system to the
supervisor in charge.
The operator is obliged to immediately shut down the system should any fault occur
that might pose a threat to the staff. The system is permitted to be switched on again
only after the fault has been eliminated.
The VLF Test System and all its supplementary equipment has to be connected and
operated according to instructions. All relevant standards (DIN, VDE) shall be met. Any
repair or maintenance operation may be carried out only after all circuits have been
shut down (are in a dead state) and only by an electrical expert. A person is regarded
an electrical expert if due to his or her practical training, knowledge, and experience as
well as knowledge of the relevant standards he or she is able to assess the operation to
be carried out and detect every possible risk.
Attention!
The VLF Test System 28 kV is a upright device and has to be only transported
and operated in upright position.
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