Fluke 1623-2 Manual - Page 37

Earth/Ground Tester Maintenance Maintenance If used and treated properly, the instrument needs no maintenance. To clean the instrument, use only a moist cloth with some soap water or soft household detergent or spirit. Avoid aggressive cleaning agents and solvents, such as trilene or chlorothene. Service work must only be undertaken by trained qualified staff. In all repair work care must be taken that the design parameters of the instrument are not modified to the detriment of safety, that assembled parts correspond to the original spares and that they are reassembled properly (factory state).  Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: • Use only specified replacement parts. • Have an approved technician repair the Product. • The battery door must be closed and locked before you operate the Product. • Replace the batteries when the low battery indicator shows to prevent incorrect measurements. • Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can cause burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals occurs, clean with water and get medical aid. • Remove the input signals before you clean the Product.  Warning For safe operation and maintenance of the Product: • Repair the Product before use if the battery leaks. • Be sure that the battery polarity is correct to prevent battery leakage. Calibration One-year calibration intervals are recommended. Service If you suspect that the Tester has failed, review this manual to make sure you are operating it correctly. If the meter still fails to operate properly, pack it securely (in its original container if available) and forward it, postage paid, to the nearest Fluke Service Center. Include a brief description of the problem. Fluke assumes NO responsibility for damage in transit. 29 MyFlukeStore Shop for Fluke products online at: www. .com 1.877.766.5412