VMS-3
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This equipment can produce POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES!
Improper operation or test practices may result in injury or death to the
operator or surrounding personnel.
The operation of High Voltage test equipment should only be performed by
personnel familiar with HIGH VOLTAGE testing and safety procedures. The
operator of this equipment must be aware of all hazards associated with
High Voltage testing. The operator is responsible for himself and others in
close proximity of the testing area.
Some General Safety Practices for working with High Voltage Test
Equipment have been listed below for your reference.
•Become familiar with your instrument before performing an actual
test
•Know your work area, check that all circuits are de-energized and
locked out.
•Never work alone; always work with another qualified worker.
•Mark off entire work area with barriers and warning tape.
•Make all personnel aware of your testing activities.
•Be aware of dangerous conditions that may arise from energizing a
test specimen.
•Never modify test equipment, modifications to equipment could
introduce an unknown hazard or hinder a designed-in safety feature.
•DO NOT operate damaged equipment. Remove power, and do not
use the equipment until safe operation can be verified by service-
trained personnel.
Phenix Technologies, Inc. assumes no liability for unsafe or improper use of test
equipment.
