5 Verification and Performance Tests  
Verification and Performance Tests Overview
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Verification and Performance Tests Overview
Use the verification and performance tests to verify the measurement 
performance of the instrument. The verification and performance tests use 
the specifications of the instrument listed in Chapter 8, “Characteristics 
and Specifications,” starting on page 235.
You can perform three different levels of verification and performance 
tests:
Self-test.   A series of internal verification tests which give a high 
confidence that the instrument is operational.
Performance Verification Tests.   An extensive set of tests that are 
recommended as an acceptance test when you first receive the instrument 
or after performing adjustments.
Additional Verification Tests.   Tests are not performed with every 
calibration. Perform these tests to verify additional specifications or 
functions of the instrument.