Health and Safety Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology Plasmalab and Ionfab
Health and Safety
Printed:06 April 2010, 09:32 Page 1-5 of 24 Issue 18: April 2010
1.4 Specific Hazards
1.4.1 Electrical
WARNING
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE - CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH, SEVERE INJURY OR BURNS
Any work requiring the removal of covers or panels must only be performed by authorised
personnel who are aware of the hazards involved.
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Section 6.
Before removing any covers or panels, power down the system then carry out the lock ou
tag out procedure detailed in
1.4.1.1 Parts of the system carry high voltages, which are capable of causing injury or death.
Take great care when carrying out maintenance tasks.
the main distribution
panel.
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the cables that may be required.
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Section 6.
1.4.1.2 Do not operate the system if any of the doors, panels or covers are removed. Parts of
the system may still be 'live' even when shut down by a switch, blown fuse or control
function. Note that the system POWER OFF button does not isolate
Ensure that all system units are connected to electrical earth (ground). For details of t
required electrical installation, refer to the ‘Services Specifications for Plasmalab and
Ionfab systems’ document which is included at the rear of this manual’s binder.
1.4.1.4 During troubleshooting and calibration, the power supplies may need to be connected
with live components exposed. This work must only be carried out by skilled
personnel who are aware of the hazards inv
1.4.1.5 Ensure that all safety interlocks are tested before the system is used for the first time
and at scheduled intervals thereafter. These tests must be carried out by suitably
qualified personnel.
1.4.1.6 Inspect the system regularly for damaged components, e.g. cables, connectors or
switches. Any components found damaged must be replaced before continuing to
operate the system. Refer to the instructions in the maintenance section of this manual
for details of any particular tests of
1.4.1.7 If any water leaks are detected, immediately switch the system off at the main incoming
circuit br
1.4.1.8 No servicing is to be carried out unless all personnel involved fully understand the
danger of stored electrical energy. Refer to the lock out / tag out procedure deta
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