Fluke 1734 - Safety Information

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Users Manual
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Safety Information
A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and procedures that are
dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and
procedures that can cause damage to the Product or the equipment
under test.
 Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal
injury:
• Read all safety information before you use the Product.
• Do not alter the Product and use only as specified, or
the protection supplied by the Product can be
compromised.
• Comply with local and national safety codes. Use
personal protective equipment (approved rubber
gloves, face protection, and flame-resistant clothes) to
prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous
live conductors are exposed.
• Examine the case before you use the Product. Look for
cracks or missing plastic. Carefully look at the
insulation around the terminals.
• Replace the mains power cord if the insulation is
damaged or if the insulation shows signs of wear.
• Use Product-approved measurement category (CAT),
voltage, and amperage rated accessories (probes, test
leads, and adapters) for all measurements.
• Do not use test leads if they are damaged. Examine the
test leads for damaged insulation and measure a
known voltage.
• Do not use the Product if it is altered or damaged.
• The battery door must be closed and locked before you
operate the Product.
• Do not work alone.
• Use this Product indoors only.
• Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or
in damp or wet environments.
• Use only the external mains power supply included
with the Product.