Accessories – Seaward Apollo 500 User Manual
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The following symbols are used in these operating instructions and on the Apollo 500.
Warning of electrical danger!
Indicates instructions must be followed to avoid danger to
persons.
Caution, follow the documentation! This symbol indicates that
the operating instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid
danger.
Note: Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory under certain circumstances. Therefore Seaward Electronic assumes no responsibility for financial
losses or claims due to data lost or otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of abuse, improper use, defects, disregard of operating instructions or procedures, or any
allied causes.
5.
Safety Notes
This Apollo 500 has been built and tested in accordance with:
BS EN 61010-1: 2010.
BS EN 61557 part 1, 2, 4 and 10.
To ensure safe operation of the unit, all notes and warnings in these instructions must be observed at all times.
If the Apollo 500 is used in a manner not specified by these
operating instructions then the protection provided may be
impaired.
Always ensure that the circuit or appliance under test is
electrically isolated.
Do not connect the Apollo 500 to electric circuits with nominal
voltage greater than CAT II 300 V AC/DC.
The Apollo 500 and all associated cables and leads must be
checked for signs of damage before equipment is operated. Do
not use if there are signs of damage. Only use the correct leads
supplied with the Apollo 500.
Do not touch test probes beyond the hand barrier on the test
probe.
The Apollo 500 may apply high voltage or mains power to the
appliance under test. Do not touch conductive parts of the
appliance while tests are active.
If the Apollo 500 is being used to determine the presence or
absence of hazardous voltages, always prove the operation of
voltage measurement function before and after use by means of
a known voltage source or proving unit.
Do not operate the Apollo 500 in an explosive gas or dust
environment.
The Apollo 500 has been designed to make measurements in a
dry environment.
The Apollo 500 includes a rechargeable battery pack which is
charged while the Apollo 500 is connected to a mains supply.
Only a Seaward battery pack should be connected into the
Apollo 500. Disconnect the Apollo 500 from all leads before
opening the battery compartment.
Do not open the Apollo 500, no user serviceable parts.
Where safe operation of the Apollo 500 is no longer possible it should be immediately shut down and secured to prevent accidental operation.
It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible:
- if the instrument or leads show visible signs of damage or
- the instrument does not function or
- after long periods of storage under adverse environmental conditions.
6.
Accessories
6.1 Standard Accessories
The Apollo 500 is supplied with the following items:
Apollo 500 unit
1
Professional carry case
1
Seaward black power lead
1
Test lead, black, 1.2m
1
Alligator clip, black
1