Safety Warnings - Megger S1-5010 User Manual

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Safety Warnings and Testing Precautions must be read and understood before the
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instrument is used. They must be observed during use
The circuit under test must be switched off, de-energised and isolated before test
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connections are made.
The test terminal panel and side recess panel must be kept in a dry, clean condition.
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• Circuits must be discharged before disconnecting the test leads - Capacitive loads
can be lethal. See 'Testing Precautions'.
Circuit connections must not be touched during a test.
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• In certain circumstances, break-down of the circuit under test may cause the
instrument to terminate the test in an uncontrolled manner, possibly causing a loss of
display and warning indications while the circuit remains energised. In this event, it is
important that the circuit is discharged and the instrument is turned off, before
touching any connections.
• Replacement fuses must be of the correct type and rating.
• The instrument should not be used if any part of it is damaged.
• Refer to 'Testing Precautions' for further explanations and precautions.
THE INSTRUMENT MUST ONLY BE USED BY SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT PERSONS.
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SAFETY WARNINGS

Symbols used on the instrument
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Caution: Refer to accompanying notes.
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Risk of electric shock.
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Equipment complies with relevant EU Directives
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Equipment protected throughout by Double Insulation (Class II).
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