Ideal 61-796 Manual De Instrucciones

Earth Ground Resistance Tester
Instruction Manual
61-796 FEATURES
• Measures ground rod resistance using the 3-pole method
• Measures earth voltage
• Includes 2 108 ft. test leads and electrodes
• 0Ω adjustment
• Data hold
• Low battery indicator
Read First: Safety Information
Understand and follow operating instructions carefully. If this tester is not used in a manner
specified by IDEAL, protection provided by the product may be impaired.
WARNING
To avoid possible electric shock, personal injury or death, follow these instructions:
• Do not use if tester appears damaged. Visually inspect the tester to ensure case is not cracked
and back case is securely in place.
• Inspect and replace leads if insulation is damaged, metal is exposed, or probes are cracked.
Pay particular attention to the insulation surrounding the connectors.
• A shock hazard exists during normal testing as a voltage is present across the measuring
terminals.
• Do not use tester if it operates abnormally as protection maybe impaired.
• Do not use during electrical storms or in wet weather.
• Do not use if the meter is moist, or has ever been exposed to water or other fluids.
• Do not use around explosive gas, dust, or vapor.
• Do not use tester on energized circuits.
• Do not use without the battery and the back case properly installed.
• Replace battery as soon as the low battery indicator "
• Remove the batteries for storage or if the meter will not be used for longer than one month.
• Battery leakage will compromise the safety of the meter and cause damage to internal
components.
• Remove the test leads from unit prior to removing battery cap.
• Use the proper terminals, function and range for your measurements.
• Do not attempt to repair this unit as it has no user-serviceable parts.
• Comply with local and national safety requirements, including the use of appropriate personal
protective equipment.
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