MPD 800 User Manual
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1 Safety instructions
1.1 Operator qualifications
Working on high-voltage assets can be extremely dangerous. Only authorized personnel who are
qualified, skilled and regularly trained in electrical engineering are allowed to operate the MPD 800
acquisition unit and its accessories. Before starting to work, clearly establish the responsibilities.
Personnel receiving training, instructions, directions, or education on the MPD 800 acquisition unit must
be under constant supervision of an experienced operator while working with the equipment. The
supervising operator must be familiar with the equipment and the regulations on site. The operator is
responsible for the safety requirements during the whole test.
1.2 Safety standards and rules
1.2.1 Safety standards
Testing with the MPD 800 acquisition unit must comply with the internal safety instructions and additional
safety-relevant documents.
In addition, observe the following safety standards, if applicable:
• EN 50191 (VDE 0104) "Erection and Operation of Electrical Test Equipment"
• EN 50110-1 (VDE 0105 Part 100) "Operation of Electrical Installations"
• IEEE 510 "IEEE Recommended Practices for Safety in High-Voltage and High-Power Testing"
Moreover, observe all applicable regulations for accident prevention in the country and at the site of
operation.
Before operating the MPD 800 acquisition unit and its accessories, read the safety instructions in this
User Manual and the appropriate accessory User Manual carefully.
Do not turn on the MPD 800 acquisition unit and do not operate the MPD 800 acquisition unit without
understanding the safety information in this manual. If you do not understand some safety instructions,
contact OMICRON before proceeding (see "Support" on page 66).
Maintenance and repair of the MPD 800 acquisition unit and its accessories is only permitted by qualified
experts at OMICRON Service Centers (see "Support" on page 66).
1.2.2 Safety rules
Always observe the five safety rules:
► Disconnect completely.
► Secure against re-connection.
► Verify that the installation is dead.
► Carry out grounding and short-circuiting.
► Provide protection against adjacent live parts.
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