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Safety Warnings
The following Safety Warnings and Precautions must be read and understood before the instrument is used. They must be observed during use.
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Only use test leads and accessories supplied or approved by Megger Instruments Limited
■ At any time the G symbol or F symbol is displayed, the user guide and warnings documentation must be consulted to identify the nature of the hazard and any actions
necessary to avoid the hazard
■ Do not use the instrument if there are any signs of damage
■ This instrument meets the EMC requirements of Class A applications. Not for use in domestic installations
■ All test leads, probes and clips must be in good order, clean and with no broken or cracked insulation
■ Probes and clips should be held behind the finger guard
■ Test leads not used during a measurement should be disconnected from the Appliance tester
■ During testing, ensure no hazard will exist as a result of normal running or under fault conditions
■ During testing the unit under test (appliance) should not be touched, other than using the appropriate accessories, as faulty appliances can present a shock hazard
■ Do not touch the exposed parts of test leads during tests as hazardous voltages may be present
■ Do not intentionally connect test leads to live systems or hazardous voltages
■ Do not touch the IEC extension lead socket pins especially during a test, as hazardous voltages may be present due to a potentially faulty appliance
■ Do not touch the exposed earth pins of the 230 V test socket during a test, as voltages may be present due to a potentially faulty appliance
■ Serviceable fuses should only be replaced with those that are suitably rated
■ Replacement fuses must be of the correct rating and type. Refer to page 18
■ If this instrument is used in a manner not specified in the supplied documentation, the protection provided by the instrument may be compromised