INTRODUCTION
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1.1.2 WARNING:
A Hipot produces voltages and currents which can cause harmful or fatal electric
shock. To prevent accidental injury or death, these safety procedures must be strictly
observed when handling and using the test instrument.
1.1.3 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
User Service
To prevent electric shock do not remove the instrument cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside. Routine maintenance or cleaning of internal parts is not
necessary. Any external cleaning should be done with a clean dry or slightly damp cloth.
Avoid the use of cleaning agents or chemicals to prevent any foreign liquid from
entering the cabinet through ventilation holes or damaging controls and switches, also
some chemicals may damage plastic parts or lettering. Schematics, when provided, are
for reference only. Any replacement cables and high voltage components should be
acquired directly from Associated Research, Inc. Refer servicing to a Extech Electronics
Co., Ltd. authorized service center.
Service Interval
The instrument and its power cord, test leads, and accessories must be returned at least
once a year to a Extech Electronics Co., Ltd. authorized service center for calibration and
inspection of safety related components. Extech Electronics Co., Ltd. will not be held
liable for injuries suffered if the instrument is not returned for its annual safety check and
maintained properly.
User Modifications
Unauthorized user modifications will void your warranty. Extech Electronics Co., Ltd.
will not be responsible for any injuries sustained due to unauthorized equipment
modifications or use of parts not specified by Associated Research. Instruments returned
to Extech Electronics Co., Ltd. with unsafe modifications will be returned to their
original operating condition at your expense.
1.1.4 OPERATING, STORAGE AND SHIPMENT ENVIRONMENT
Operating Environment
This instrument may be operated in temperatures from 0° - 40° C. and relative humidity
of 20 to 80%, altitude 2000 meters (6560 feet)
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Storage Environment
This instrument may be stored or shipped in environments with the following limits:
Temperature......................... -40° to 75°C
Altitude..........................….. 7,620 meters (25,000 feet)
The instrument should also be protected against temperature extremes, which may cause
condensation within the instrument.