Fluke 183 - Safety Precautions

True RMS Digital Multimeters
Safety Information
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Safety Precautions
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Only qualified personnel should perform service
procedures.
To avoid fire or personal injury:
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Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or
disconnect probes or test leads while they are
connected to a voltage source.
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Observe all ratings and markings on the meter. Consult
the meter manual for further ratings information before
making connections to the meter.
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Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the
common terminal, that exceeds the maximum rating of
that terminal.
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If this product is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
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Replace batteries only with the proper type and rating
specified.
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Do not operate the meter with covers or panels
removed.
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Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this
meter.
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Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed
connections and components when power is present.
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If you suspect there is damage to the meter, have it
inspected by qualified service personnel.
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Do not operate in wet/damp conditions. Do not operate
in an explosive atmosphere. Keep meter surfaces clean
and dry.
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This meter is sensitive to strong external magnetic
fields.
Do not use the meter within 1-inch (2.54 cm) of strong
external magnetic fields such as that produced by the
Fluke ToolPak hanging magnet accessory. Incorrect
readings may result. If erratic behavior is noted, turn
meter off to reset.