Ampcontrol HPB - SAFETY AND OTHER WARNINGS; Safe Use of Equipment

Ampcontrol Pty Ltd – ABN 28 000 915 542
HPB USER MANUAL
HPBB012 Version 9 – March/2020
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1 SAFETY AND OTHER WARNINGS
For safety reasons, the HPB must be installed, operated and serviced only by competent personnel.
Please read and understand this instruction manual completely before installing, operating or servicing
this equipment. Failure to install or operate this instrument in accordance with the instructions contained
in this manual may create hazardous operating conditions.
WARNING!
This equipment generated dangerously high voltage levels. Because of
the potential risks associated with this equipment it is essential that only
qualified and experienced personnel be permitted to work in or around
this equipment.
1.1 Safe Use of Equipment
The equipment supplied has been designed and manufactured to ensure safe operation. The equipment
must only be used within the design parameters.
The instructions within this manual must be observed as an aid towards achieving the safest possible
installation.
Persons responsible for installation, maintenance, or operation, must observe the following
instructions:
1.1.1 Changes to Equipment
Changes in the design and modifications to the equipment are not permitted. Unauthorised changes
made to the hardware or operating firmware will void the manufacturer's warranty, and may
compromise the integrity of the system into which it is installed and other connected equipment.
1.1.2 Equipment Knowledge
Experience with, or understanding of, this equipment is essential for the safe installation and removal of
the equipment. Therefore, please read and understand this manual prior to use. Competency based
training courses are recommended and are available on request.
1.1.3 Manual Handling
The transformers supplied with the CCMB-22kV are heavy. Care should be taken when transporting
and handling these transformers.
Precautions have been taken to ensure all equipment is safe to handle and free from sharp edges.
However care should always be taken when handling enclosures and gloves should be worn.
1.1.4 Installation
Correct operation and safety depend on the HPB and associated equipment being installed correctly.
Mechanical and or electrical installation and maintenance of plant and equipment must only be carried
out by appropriately qualified personnel and must be tested thoroughly prior to operation.
1.1.5 Operation
As safety depends on the HPB functioning correctly it is highly recommended that all safety functions of
the HPB be periodically tested to ensure correct operation.