Fluke 8508A - Introduction and Safety Information

Chapter 1
Introduction and Safety Information
Title Page
Introduction........................................................................................................ 1-3
How to Contact Fluke ........................................................................................ 1-3
Unpacking and Inspection.................................................................................. 1-4
Standard Accessories..................................................................................... 1-4
Optional Accessories ..................................................................................... 1-5
Storing and Shipping the Multimeter ................................................................. 1-6
Line Voltage ...................................................................................................... 1-6
Power Voltage Selector and Fuses ................................................................ 1-6
Changing Supply Voltage or Replacing Line Fuse ....................................... 1-6
Calibration Enable Switch ................................................................................. 1-7
System Use .................................................................................................... 1-7
Safety Considerations and Symbols ................................................................... 1-7
General Safety Summary............................................................................... 1-7
Safety Information ............................................................................................. 1-8
Symbols ............................................................................................................. 1-10
Protection Class I........................................................................................... 1-11
Protective Earth/Ground............................................................................ 1-11
Do Not Operate Without Covers ............................................................... 1-11
Safe Operating Conditions ........................................................................ 1-11
Fuse Requirements .................................................................................... 1-12
Rear Panel Detail....................................................................................... 1-12
The Power Cable and Power Supply Disconnection ................................. 1-12
Terminal Connections ............................................................................... 1-13
Measurement Category I ............................................................................... 1-13
Maintenance and Repair ................................................................................ 1-13
Moving and Cleaning .................................................................................... 1-13
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