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From: Bert Thomas <bert_at_brothom.nl>
Date: Sat Jul 3 11:21:56 2004

Teo Zenios wrote:
>
> > I used to work in a factory where the electrical installation was
> > basically undocumented. I was tought that to make sure to "power off"
> > the right section, I had to make a short circuit. To do this, 1) always
> > use proper insulated thick enough (in my case at least 2,5mm2) wire, 2)
> > Do not hesitate, but handle firmly, as to not allow "bad connections"
> > and 3) always look away when making the contact.
> >
> > I've seen many people looking surprised when I did this, but I feel it's
> > indeed is a very secure way to make sure to switch off the right
> > section.
> >
> > Bert
> >
>
> You did this with high voltage? Shorting out 480VAC by hand with a small
> cable is a good way to shit your pants at the very least.

No, only 230VAC.
Received on Sat Jul 03 2004 - 11:21:56 BST

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