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3. Safety Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly. Familiarise yourself with the fu
before actually using it.
Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the devic
way will void the warranty. Damage caused by disregard of c
manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will no
for any ensuing defects or problems.
Follow the instructions below to guarantee a safe use of the m
functionalities.
During use of the meter, respect all directives concerning pro
electroshocks and misuse. Never exceed the indicated limits.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock always disconnect the
opening the housing.
Remark: refer to the warning on the back of the meter
WARNING: To prevent fire, use exact fuses.
Remark: refer to the warning on the back of the meter
Keep the device away from children and unauthorised users.
Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force
Avoid cold, heat and large temperature fluctuations. When th
cold to a warm location, leave it switched off until it has reach
This to avoid condensation and measuring errors.
This is an installation category CAT III 600V / CAT II 1
instrument. Never use this equipment in a higher category
§4 Overvoltage /installation category.
Pollution degree 2Bdevice. For indoor use only. Keep this devi
moisture, splashing and dripping liquids. Not for industrial use
Pollution degree.
Before each use, make sure the test probes are in good cond
fingers behind the protective edges of the test probes while m
touch free terminals when the meter is connected to a circuit
Make sure the meter is in the appropriate measuring range b
test circuit.
Risk of electric shock during operation. Be very careful w
circuits. Use extreme caution when measuring voltages highe
rms.
Do not measure circuits that may contain voltages > 1000V
Do not measure current in circuits with voltages > 250V
Do not conduct resistance, diodeB or continuity measurement
When measuring currents above 5A, max. 15s continuous me
a 10 minutes break between 2 measurements.
When carrying out measurements on a TV set or switching po
aware that high amplitude voltage pulses at the test points m
meter.
Do not replace internal parts yourself. Replace damaged or l
identical ones with the same specifications. Order spare acce
at your dealer.
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functions of the device
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not accept responsibility
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protection against
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the unit is moved from a
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ry than indicated. Refer to
evice away from rain,
use. Refer to §5
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uit.
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l when measuring live
her than 60Vdc or 30Vac
ents on live circuits.
measurement followed by
power circuits, always be
s might damage the
or lost accessories by
ccessories e.g. test probes
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