Safety Precautions for the MT-HV

Observe the following to avoid incorrect handling and injury to the user or destruction of the MT-HV arising from this:

  • Protect the MT-HV and all connecting cables from hot parts.
  • Protect the MT-HV and all connecting cables from rotating parts.
  • Regularly check all connecting cables/accessory parts for damage (destruction of the MT-HV due to short circuit).
  • Only use approved test prods and high-voltage test leads.
  • Regularly and prior to every application, check the test prods and high-voltage test leads for damage (visual inspection).
  • Do not remove the protective cap from the test prods during high-voltage measurements.
  • Do not exceed the allowed operating and ambient temperatures.
  • Keep the MT-HV away from fluids such as water, oil or gasoline.
  • Protect the MT-HV from strong impacts and do not drop it.
  • If the MT-HV shows signs of malfunction, immediately contact Hella Gutmann or a Hella Gutmann trading partner.