GRAPHTEC GL980 - 1.3 Operating Environment

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CHAPTER 1 General Description
1.3 Operating Environment
This section explains the operating environment for this device.
Ambient Operating Conditions
(1) Ambient temperature and humidity (Use within the following range.)
• Temperature range: 0 to 40°C (When AC adapter or battery is operated)
: 15 to 25°C (Battery being charged)
• Humidity range: 5 to 85% R.H. (non-condensing)
(2) Environment (Do not use in the following conditions.)
• A Location exposed to direct sunlight
• Locations exposed to salty air, corrosive gases, or organic solvents
• Dusty locations
• Locations subject to vibration or impact
• Locations subject to voltage surge or electromagnetic interference such as lightning or electric furnaces
(3) Installation category (over-voltage category)
• This device belongs to Installation Category II dened in IEC60664-1.
• Never use this device for Installation Category III or IV.
(4) Measurement category
• This device is not available for Measurement category II, III and IV.
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If condensation occurs...
Condensation occurs in the form of water droplets on the device surfaces and interior when this device
is moved from a cold to a warm location. Using this device with condensation will cause malfunctioning.
Wait until the condensation has disappeared before turning the power on.
Warming-up Before Use
This device should be allowed to warm up with the power turned on for approximately 30 minutes to ensure
that it operates according to the specied performance.