Safety alert, Utiliguard™ series operator’s manual – Ditch Witch UtiliGuard User Manual
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UtiliGuard™ Series Operator’s Manual
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Safety Alert
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Safety Alert
Read and follow all safety precautions.
Do not operate equipment unless you have completed proper training and have read the operator’s
manual.
Check that equipment is in good condition and that test leads are clean and have no cracked insulation.
HIGH VOLTAGE. This device produces electric current that could cause
death or serious injury. Electric shock may result if you touch the clips on the HV output
cable. Use electrically insulating rubber gloves and proper procedures.
Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to
live cable. Have qualified utility personnel disconnect both ends of cable before working.
Turn off transmitter when connecting or moving ground probe.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and
maintain proper safety equipment.
Explosion possible. Do not operate transmitter near explosive devices or
blasting operations.
Battery cells inside may vent or rupture. Do not crush, do not heat or
incinerate, do not short circuit, do not dismantle, do not immerse in any liquid. Observe
charging instructions.