Safety Warnings - Megger IMT100 Quick Start Manual

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Safety warnings

1. Safety warnings
These safety warnings must be read and understood before the instrument is used. Retain for
future reference.
WARNING : This instrument must be operated only by suitably trained and competent
people. Protection provided by the instrument may be impaired if it is not used in a manner
specified by the manufacturer.
Local Health and Safety Legislation requires users of this equipment and their employers to carry
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out valid risk assessments of all electrical work to identify potential sources of electrical danger
and risk of electrical injury such as inadvertent short circuits. Where the assessments show that
the risk is significant then the use of fused test leads may be appropriate.
„ The voltage indicator and automatic discharge features must be regarded as additional safety
features and not a substitute for normal safe working practice which MUST be followed.
The circuit under test must be switched off, de-energized, securely isolated and proved dead
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before test connections are made unless measuring voltage or phase rotation.
„ Circuit connections, exposed conductive parts and other metalwork of an installation or
equipment under test must not be touched during testing.
„ When inductive loads are measured it is essential that the current carrying leads are securely
clamped to the item being tested and that they are not removed before any stored charge has
been discharged at the end of the test. Failure to comply with these instructions might result in an
arc being produced, which might be dangerous for the instrument and the operator.
„ The Voltmeter function will operate only if the instrument is switched on and working correctly.
„ After an insulation test, the instrument must be left connected until the circuit has been
discharged to a safe voltage.
The instrument must not be used if any part of it is damaged or if the terminal shutter is missing.
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„ All test leads, probes and crocodile clips must be in good order, clean, with no broken or cracked
insulation. Verify the integrity of the test leads before use. Only "Megger" approved test leads
must be used with this product.
The safe maximum limit of a measurement connection is that of the lowest rated component in
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the measurement circuit formed by the instrument, test leads and any accessories.
„ Ensure that hands remain behind finger guards of probes/clips.
„ Replacement fuses must be of the correct type and rating. Failure to fit the correctly rated fuse
will result in a safety hazard and cause damage to the instrument in the event of an overload.
All covers must be in place whilst conducting tests.
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„ This product is not intrinsically safe. Do not use in an explosive atmosphere.
„ Ensure every cell in the battery compartment is of identical type. Never mix rechargeable and non-
chargeable cells.
For Full Safety Warnings see Product User Guide.
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