2.1. PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS
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This instrument has been designed for use in the environmental conditions specified in § 7.3
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We recommend following the usual safety rules to protect yourself from dangerous
voltages and currents and to protect the instrument against improper use
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Do not apply any voltage to the instrument’s inputs
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Only the accessories supplied with the instrument guarantee safety standards. They must
be in good conditions and replaced, if necessary, with identical models
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Do not subject the input connectors of the instrument to strong mechanical stress
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Check that the batteries are correctly inserted
2.2. DURING USE
We recommend carefully reading the following recommendations and instructions:
2.3. AFTER USE
When measurements are completed, turn off the instrument by pressing and holding the
ON/OFF key for some seconds. If the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove
the batteries and follow the instructions given in § 7.3
3. PREPARATION FOR USE
3.1. INITIAL INSPECTIONS
Before shipment, the instrument’s electronics and mechanics have been inspected. All
possible precautions have been taken in order for the instrument to be delivered without
damage. However, we recommend generally inspecting the instrument in order to detect
any damage suffered during transport. Should you detect any anomalies, immediately
contact the forwarding agent. Moreover, we recommend checking that the package
contains all parts listed in § 0. Should you find any discrepancy, please contact the dealer.
Should it become necessary to return the instrument, please follow the instructions
reported in § 8
3.2. POWER SUPPLY
The instrument is supplied by 4 x 1,5V batteries type IEC LR03 AAA. When batteries are
almost flat, the symbol “ ” appears on the display. To replace the batteries, see § 6.2
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Failure to observe the warnings and/or instructions may damage the
instrument and/or its components or generate a danger for the operator.
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The symbol “ ” indicates that the batteries are flat. Stop testing and
replace the batteries according to the procedure described in § 6.2
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When the instrument is connected to the circuit being tested, never touch
any lead, even if unused.