KIKUSUI Z1-005-040 Testing Webinar Instructions

: June 5, 2024
: KIKUSUI

Table of Contents

Safety Information
- Safety Symbols
- Safety Precautions
Precautions Concerning Installation Location
Precautions to Be Taken When Moving the Product
References
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KIKUSUI Z1-005-040 Testing Webinar Instructions

Safety Information

This document contains general safety precautions for Kikusui products. Be sure to understand and observe them and the precautions specific to the product described in the product manual. The precautions specific to the product take precedence over the precautions in this document.

Safety Symbols

DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if ignored, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if ignored, may result in slight injury or damage to the product and other property.

Indicates a general danger, warning, or caution. When this symbol is marked on the product, see the relevant sections in the operation manual.
Indicates that a high voltage is used here.
or
Touching the part causes a possibly fatal electric shock. If physical contact is required by your work, start work only after you make sure that no voltage is output here.
Indicates a location whose surface can become hot.
Shows that the act indicated is prohibited.
Direct current (DC)
Alternating current (AC)
Direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC)
Protective conductor terminal
Earth (ground) terminal
Chassis (frame) terminal
On (supply)
Off (supply)
On (supply) / standby
In position of a bi-stable push control
Out position of a bi-stable push control
*CAT II IEC Measurement Category II**
Applies to test and measuring circuits connected directly to utilization points of the low-voltage installation. This category applies to circuits connected to circuits of equipment on the primary side of a transformer. Such pieces of equipment have a power cord connected to a power outlet. Examples are household appliances and portable tools.
*CAT III IEC Measurement Category III**
Applies to test and measuring circuits connected to the distribution part of the building’s low-voltage installation. For example, this category applies to circuits connected to distribution boards, circuit breakers, and wiring systems in the fixed distribution installation, and to stationary motors with a permanent connection to the fixed distribution installation.
*CAT IV IEC Measurement Category IV**
Applies to test and measuring circuits connected at the source of the building’s low-voltage installation. For example, this category applies to circuits connected to a building’s service lines, electricity meters, primary overcurrent protection equipment (switchboards and distribution boards), and their electric circuits.
Indicates that this product conforms to the requirements of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive.
Indicates that this product conforms to the requirements of the applicable EU directive.

Safety Precautions

The following safety precautions must be observed to avoid fire hazards, electric shock, accidents, and other failures.

Using the product not in accordance with the operation manual may impair the protection functions provided by the product.

Users

This product must be used only by qualified personnel who understand the contents of this operation manual.
If unqualified personnel is to use the product, be sure the product is handled under the supervision of qualified personnel (those who have electrical knowledge).
This is to prevent the possibility of personal injury.

Purpose

Never use the product for purposes other than the product’s intended use.
This product has been designed and manufactured on the assumption that it is used in general industrial applications. It is not intended for use in applications that require high degrees of reliability or safety. If you use any of the product in a system that requires high degrees of reliability or safety, equip the system with protection or redundant circuits at your own risk to ensure the reliability and safety of the system.

Input power

Use the product within the rated input power voltage range.
For applying power, use the power cord provided.
This product is designed as an equipment of IEC Overvoltage Category II (energy consuming equipment supplied from a fixed installation).

Fuse

With products with a fuse holder on the exterior surface, the fuse can be replaced with a new one. When replacing the fuse, use a fuse of shape, rating, and characteristics that conform to the product.

Cover

Do not remove the external cover. Some parts inside the product may cause physical hazards.

Grounding

This product is IEC Safety Class I equipment (equipment with a protective conductor terminal). To prevent electric shock, be sure to connect the protective conductor terminal of the product to electrical ground (safety ground).

Operation

If a malfunction or abnormality is detected on the product, stop using it immediately, and remove the power plug from the outlet or turn off the circuit breaker of distribution.
In addition, prevent the product from being used mistakenly until the malfunction or abnormality is corrected.
Use cables or wires with sufficiently large current capacity for output wires and load cables.
Do not disassemble or modify the product. If you need to modify the product, contact your Kikusui distributor/agent.

Maintenance, Inspection and Calibration

To maintain the performance and safe operation of the product, it is recommended that periodic maintenance, inspection, and cleaning be performed.
To prevent the possibility of electric shock, remove the power plug from the outlet or turn off the circuit breaker of distribution before carrying out maintenance or inspection.
Check periodically that there are no tears or breaks in the power cord.
If the panel needs cleaning, gently wipe it using a soft cloth with water-diluted neutral detergent. Do not use volatile chemicals such as benzene or thinner.
This product is calibrated before shipment.
To maintain the product’s performance, we recommend periodic calibration. To have your product calibrated, contact your Kikusui agent/distributor.

Adjustments and Repairs

Kikusui service engineers will perform internal service on the product. If the product needs adjustment or repairs, contact your Kikusui distributor/agent.

Warning label

Pay attention to the condition of the warning label attached to the outer surface of this product. If this label tears or falls off, replace with a new label. If you need a new label, contact your Kikusui agent or distributor.

Precautions Concerning Installation Location

Note the following points when installing the product.

Do not use the product in a flammable atmosphere.
To prevent the possibility of explosion or fire, do not use the product near alcohol, thinner, or other combustible materials, or in an atmosphere containing such vapors.
Avoid locations where the product is exposed to high temperature or direct sunlight.
Do not install the product near a heater or in areas subject to drastic temperature changes. For the operating and storage temperature range of the product, see the specification table in the operation manual.
Avoid high humidity.
Do not install the product in high-humidity locations–near a boiler, humidifier, or water supply. For the operating and storage humidity range of the product, see the specification table in the operation manual.
Condensation may occur even within the operating humidity range. In such cases, do not use the product until the condensation dries up completely.
Be sure to use it indoors.
Except for specific products, our products have been designed so that safety can be secured when they are used indoors.
Do not install the product in a corrosive atmosphere or in environments containing sulfuric acid mist, etc.
This may cause corrosion of various conductors and bad contacts of terminals inside the product leading to malfunction and failure, or in the worst case, a fire.
Do not install the product in a dusty location.
Accumulation of dust can lead to electric shock or fire.
Do not use the product where ventilation is poor.
On the rear panel of products that use fanbased forced air cooling, heat is expelled from vents. To prevent the heat from building up and causing a fire, keep the vents at least 20 cm away from walls. Also, do not place objects within 20 cm of the rear panel.
For products that do not have fans and use unforced air cooling, air rises from the bottom panel to the top panel, so make sure that the bottom and top panels are not blocked.
Do not place objects on the product.
Placing objects on top of the product can cause failures (especially heavy objects).
Do not install the product on an inclined surface or location subject to vibrations.
The product may fall and break or cause personal injury.
Do not use the product in a location where strong magnetic or electric fields are nearby or a location where large amount of distortion and noise is present on the input power supply waveform.
The product may malfunction.
Do not use the unit near highly sensitive measuring instruments or transceivers.
The noise generated by the unit may affect them.
Use the product in an industrial environment.
This product may cause interference if used in residential areas. Such use must be avoided unless the user takes special measures to reduce electromagnetic emissions to prevent interference to the reception of radio and television broadcasts.
When installing products with casters, be sure to lock the casters.

Precautions to Be Taken When Moving the Product

Note the following points when moving or transporting the product to the installation location.

Turn off the power switch.
Moving the product while the power is turned on can cause electric shock or damage to it.
Remove all wiring.
Moving the product with the wires connected can cause wires to break or injuries due to the product falling over.
Use two or more persons when moving the product which weighs more than 18 kg.
The weight of the product is indicated on the rear panel of the product and in the specification table in this manual.
Use extra precautions such as using more people when moving into or out of present locations including inclines or steps. Also handle carefully when relocating tall products as they can fall over easily.
When transporting the product, be sure to use the original packing materials.
Otherwise, damage may result from vibrations or from the product falling during transportation.
Be sure to include the operation manual.