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Safety Information
SafetyInformation
This instrument is designed to conform to IEC 61010 Safety Standards, and has been thoroughly
tested for safety prior to shipment. However, using the instrument in a way not described in this
manual may negate the provided safety features.
Before using the instrument, be certain to carefully read the following safety notes.
DANGER
Mishandlingduringusecouldresultininjuryordeath,aswellasdamagetothe
instrument.Becertainthatyouunderstandtheinstructionsandprecautionsin
the manual before use.
WARNING
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Withregardtotheelectricitysupply,therearerisksofelectricshock,heat
generation,re,andarcdischargeduetoshortcircuits.Ifpersonsunfamiliar
withelectricitymeasuringinstrumentaretousetheinstrument,anotherperson
familiar with such instruments must supervise operations.
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Thisinstrumentismeasuredonaliveline.Toavoidelectricshockwhen
measuringlivelines,wearappropriateprotectivegear,suchasinsulatedrubber
gloves,bootsandasafetyhelmet.
Notations
In this manual, the risk seriousness and the hazard levels are classied as follows.
DANGER
Indicates an imminent hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury to
the operator.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in death or serious injury to
the operator.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury
to the operator or damage to the instrument or a malfunction.
IMPORTANT
Indicates information related to the operation of the instrument or maintenance tasks
with which the operators must be fully familiar.
Indicates a high voltage hazard.
If a particular safety check is not performed or the instrument is mishandled, this may
give rise to a hazardous situation; the operator may receive an electric shock, may get
burnt or may even be fatally injured.
Indicates a prohibited action.
Indicates the action which must be performed.
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