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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
This meter has been designed according to IEC-1010
concerning electronic measuring instruments with an
overvoltage category CAT II 600V and pollution 2.
Follow all safety and operating instructions to ensure
that the meter is used safely and is kept in good
operating condition.
With proper use and care, the digital meter will give
you years of satisfactory service.
1.1.1 When using the meter, the user must observe
all normal safety rules concerning:
- Protection against the dangers of electrical current.
- Protection of the meter against misuse.
BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL IN THE USE OF THIS
METER. Improper use of this device can result
in electric shock or destroy of the meter. Follow
all safeguards suggested in this manual and the
normal safety precautions used in working with
electrical circuits.
Do not service this device if you are not qualified
to do so.
To ensure safe operation, and in order to exploit
to the full the functionality of the meter, please
follow the directions in this section carefully.
WARNING
1.1 Preliminary
1.1.2
or shipping conditions caused, inspect and
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified
by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment/probe assembly may be impaired.
1.1.3 When the meter is delivered, check that it has
not been damaged in transit.
1.1.4 When poor condition under harsh preservation
confirm this meter without delay.
1.1.5 Test lead or test clip must be in good condition.
Before using verify that the insulation on test lead
or test clip is not damaged and/or the leads wire is
not exposed.
1.1.6 Full compliance with safety standards can be
guaranteed only if used with test leads supplied.
If necessary, they must be replaced with the same
model or same electric ratings.
Measurement category II is for measurements
performed in the building installation. (Examples are
measurements on distribution boards, circuit-breakers,
wiring, including cables, bus-bars, junction boxes,
switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and
equipment for industrial use and some other equipment,
for example, stationary motors with permanent
connection to the fixed installation.)
1.2 During Use
1.2.1 Before using, you must select the right function
and range.
1.2.2 Never exceed the protection limit values indicated
in specifications for each range of measurement.
1.2.3 When the meter is linked to a measurement circuit,
do not touch the probe tip of the meter and test lead
(or test clip).
1.2.4 At the manual range, when the value scale to be
measured is unknown beforehand, select the
highest range.
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