Working Safely - Elcometer 266 Manual Del Usuario

1 WORKING SAFELY

The high voltage handle generates a voltage at the probe tip of up to
30 000 V. If the user makes contact with the probe, it is possible to
experience a mild electric shock. Due to the current being very low,
this is not normally dangerous, nevertheless Elcometer does not
advise using this product if you are fitted with a pacemaker.
An electrical spark indicates detection of a coating flaw; do not use
this instrument in hazardous situations and environments, e.g. an
explosive atmosphere.
Due to its method of operation, the Elcometer 266 will generate broad
band RF emissions when a spark is produced at the probe, i.e., when
a flaw in the coating is located. These emissions may interfere with
the operation of sensitive electronic apparatus in the vicinity. In the
extreme case of a continuous spark of length 5mm, the magnitude of
emissions at a distance of 3m was found to be approximately
60 dBµV/m from 30 MHz to 1000 MHz. It is therefore recommended
that this equipment is not operated within 30m of known sensitive
electronic equipment and that the user does not deliberately generate
continuous sparks.
In order to avoid injury and damage, the following should always be
observed:
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DO NOT use this instrument in hazardous situations and
environments, e.g. any combustible, flammable or other
atmosphere where an arc or spark may result in an
explosion.
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DO NOT carry out tests close to moving machinery.
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DO NOT use the instrument in a precarious, unstable or elevated
situation from which a fall may result, unless a suitable
safety harness is used.
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DO NOT use this product if you are fitted with a pacemaker.
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DO NOT use this product when it is raining, in a damp atmosphere
or if the unit is wet.
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The equipment should be used with extreme care.
Follow the instructions given in this user guide.
Caution - risk of electric shock.
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