Hioki PW3335 - Safety Information; Notation; Symbols affixed to the instrument

Safety Information
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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.
Notation
In this manual, the risk seriousness and the hazard levels are classified as follows.
Symbols affixed to the instrument
Safety Information
Mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as well as damage to the instru-
ment. Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in the manual
before use.
With regard to the electricity supply, there are risks of electric shock, heat generation,
fire, and arc discharge due to short circuits. If persons unfamiliar with electricity mea-
suring instruments are to use the instrument, another person familiar with such
instruments must supervise operations.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury to the operator.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in death or serious injury to the operator.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury to the operator or
damage to the instrument or 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 haz-
ardous situation; the operator may receive an electric shock, may get burnt or may even be fatally
injured.
Indicates prohibited actions.
Indicates the action which must be performed.
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Additional information is presented below.
Indicates cautions and hazards. When the symbol is printed on the instrument, refer to a corresponding topic in
the Instruction Manual.
Indicates the ON side of the power switch.
Indicates the OFF side of the power switch.
Indicates a grounding terminal.
Indicates AC (Alternating Current).