About This Guide - Radiodetection RD5100S Guide D'utilisation

Preface

About this guide

CAUTION: This guide provides basic operating instructions for the RD5100S locator.
It also contains important safety information and guidelines and as such should be read
in its entirety before attempting to operate the RD5100S locator.
This guide is intended as a quick reference guide only. For detailed instructions, including
the use of accessories, please refer to the RD5100S locator operation manual, which is
available for download from: www.radiodetection.com
Certificates of conformity for the RD5100S locator can be found at:
www.radiodetection.com
WARNING: Direct connection to live conductors is POTENTIALLY LETHAL.
Direct connections to live conductors should be attempted by fully qualified personnel
only using the relevant products that allow connections to energized lines.
WARNING: The optional transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal
voltages. Take care when applying signals to any pipe or cable and be sure to notify
other technicians who may be working on the line.
WARNING: Risk of Hearing Loss. The locator emits noise levels which can
cause partial or total hearing loss. When using headphones these must have an
independent volume control. Set the volume level to its lowest value before donning
the headphones.
WARNING: This equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where hazardous
gases may be present.
WARNING: When using the optional transmitter, switch off the unit and disconnect
cables before removing the battery pack.
WARNING: Batteries can get hot after prolonged use at full output power. Take
care while replacing or handling batteries.
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