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NT530 Plus User’s Manual_English_V1.03
Safety Information
For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the equipment and vehicles, read this
manual thoroughly before operating your scanner. The safety messages presented below and throughout this
user’s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care when using this device. Always refer to
and follow safety messages and test procedures provided by vehicle manufacturer. Read, understand and
follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual.
Safety Message Conventions Used
We provide safety messages to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Below are signal words
we used to indicate the hazard level in a condition.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to the
operator or to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the
operator or to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the
operator or to bystanders.
Important Safety Instructions
And always use your scanner as described in the user’s manual, and follow all safety messages.
● Do not route the test cable in a manner that would interfere with driving controls.
● Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs specified in this user’s manual.
● Always wear ANSI approved goggles to protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or caustic
liquids.
● Fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris produced by a
malfunction engine can cause serious injury or death. Do not use the scanner in areas where explosive vapor
may collect, such as in below-ground pits, confined areas, or areas that are less than 18 inches (45 cm)
above the floor.
● Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark near the vehicle while testing and keep all sparks, heated
items and open flames away from the battery and fuel / fuel vapors as they are highly flammable.
● Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline, chemical and electrical fires in work area.
● Always be aware of rotating parts that move at high speed when an engine is running and keep a safe
distance from these parts as well as other potentially moving objects to avoid serious injury.
● Do not touch engine components that get very hot when an engine is running to avoid severe burns.
● Block drive wheels before testing with engine running. Put the transmission in park (for automatic
transmission) or neutral (for manual transmission). And never leave a running engine unattended.
● Do not wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing when working on engine.
● Don't connect or disconnect the equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running.
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