Safety
2 Safety
Safety has priority! Respect all safety information; only use the HVA for
appropriate applications and ensure that operators possess the required
operator qualifications.
2.1 General Safety
2.2 Work Safety
NOTICE
Before carrying out any high voltage test with this instrument, read this
Manual in its entirety.
DANGER
shock hazard
Never assume that equipment is safe to handle
– always use the required safety
earthing procedures.
All procedures must comply with local safety regulations.
Always treat exposed connectors and conductors as potential electric shock
hazards.
DUT must be earthed, de-energized and isolated from all power sources.
All auxiliary electrical apparatus such as switchgear, surge arresters, etc.,
must be isolated from the test power source and the DUT.
All cables and connectors must be inspected for damage before use.
Damaged equipment is not allowed to be used.
Earth connections must be made first and removed last!
DUT must be discharged and earthed before disconnecting the test lead.
Avoid testing alone. In the event of an emergency, another person’s
presence may be essential.
DANGER
personnel only
The test area must be secured
to keep non-qualified personnel off the premises!
Signs must warn all persons of the high voltage test area.
Only qualified electrical technicians should have access to the test area.
Other persons must be accompanied by qualified electrical technicians and
must be informed of the risks involved.