Sealey VS8801 - 1 Safety Precautions

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VS8801 Issue No.1 23/04/12
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
 Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards.
 Operate the vehicle to be tested in a well ventilated area. Exhaust gases are
poisonous. If necessary connect the vehicle exhaust to a fume extraction system.
 Place chocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended
whilst testing is in progress.
 Be extra cautious when working in close proximity to the ignition coil, distributor
cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages
when the engine is running.
 Ensure that the handbrake is on and the gearbox is in neutral or ‘Park’ for
automatic transmissions.
 Keepreextinguishersnearbysuitableforgasoline/chemical/electricalres.
 Keep the code reader clean and in good condition.
 Remain vigilant when using the code reader on, or near, machinery where there are
rotational parts such as belts, pulleys and fans.
 Removeillttingclothing.Removeties,watches,rings,andotherloosejewellery,
 andcontainand/ortiebacklonghair.
 Maintaincorrectbalanceandfooting.Ensuretheoorisnotslipperyandwear
non-slip shoes.
 Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
 DO NOT attempt to connect or disconnect any test equipment whilst the ignition
is on or the engine is running.
 DO NOT use the code reader if damage is suspected. If suspected damage occurs
 withthedevice,haveitinspectedbyqualiedservicepersonnelbeforeusingit
again.
 DO NOT get the code reader wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where
there is condensation.
 DO NOT use the code reader for any purpose other than for which it is designed.
 DO NOT allow untrained persons to use code reader.
 DO NOTusethecodereaderwhenyouaretiredorundertheinuenceof
alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
 DO NOToperateinapotentiallyexplosiveenvironment/atmosphere.
 WARNING: The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must
be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built
into this product, but must be applied by the operator.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS,
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT
IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE
WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
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