Warning: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to the Auguscope or other property.
Repairing: Do not open the Auguscope, and do not attempt to repair it yourself. Disassembling the Auguscope might damage it or might result in injury.
Battery: Do not attempt to replace the Auguscope battery yourself. Doing so might damage the battery, which could cause overheating and injury.
Charging: Charge the Auguscope using the dedicated charging cable only, connected to a certified USB charger. Using damaged cables or chargers or charging when moisture is present can cause injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to the Auguscope or other property.
Operating temperature: Do not use the Auguscope when the temperature is below -4°F (-20°C) or above 122°F (50°C)
Recording: Approach machines with caution. Adhere to the safety regulations, where applicable, while mounting a sensor. Be mindful of the location of the sensor cable at all times.
General Guidelines
Do not pull on the cord to remove a sensor from the machine, always pull on the actual sensor.
Always wear proper personal protection equipment (PPE) such as a hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves when collecting data.
Always follow the facility's safety guidelines. If you are unsure about the safety of a task, then stop work and contact a supervisor.
Never touch a live shaft.
Always follow lock-out tag-out procedures when performing work on equipment.
Skip all vibration points that are unsafe to collect.
Never reach behind a coupling or sheave guard.
Ensure that the vibration sensor is securely attached to the machine before collecting data.