Important Hints; Safety; Used Symbols; Operating Conditions - Hameg Instruments HM8012 Manuel

I m p o r t a n t h i n t s

Important hints

The operator is requested to carefully read the
following instructions and those of the mainfra-
me HM8001-2, to avoid
any operating errors and
mis-takes and in order to
become aquainted with the
module.
After unpacking the module, check for any me-
chanical damage or loose parts inside. Should
there be any transportation damage, inform the
supplier immediately and do not put the module
into operation. This plug-in module is primarily
intended for use in conjunction with the Mainfra-
me HM8001-2. When incorporating it into other
systems, the module should only be operated with
the specifi ed supply voltages.

Safety

This instrument has been designed and tested in
accor dance with IEC Publication 1010-1, Safety
require ments for electrical equipment for measu-
rement, control, and laboratory use. It corre-
sponds as well to the the CENELEC regulations EN
61010-1. All case and chassis parts are connected
to the safety earth conductor. Corresponding to
Safety Class 1 regulations (three-conductor AC
power cable). Without an isolating transformer,
the instrument's power cable must be plugged into
an approved three-contact electrical outlet, which
meets International Electrotechnical Commission
(IEC) safety standards.
Warning!
Any interruption of the protective conductor
inside or outside the instrument or discon-
nection of the protective earth terminal is
likely to render the instrument dangerous.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
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The istrument must be disconnected and secured
against unintentional operation if there is any sug-
gestion that safe operation is not possible.
This may occur:
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When removing or replacing the metal case, the
instrument must be completely disconnected
from the mains supply. If any measurement or
TRIPLE POWER SUPPLY HM 8040-3
FUSE FUSE
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
OUTPUT
calibration procedures are necessary on the
HAMEG
PUSH LONG
VOLTAGE CURRENT VOLTAGE CURRENT
opened-up instrument, these must only be carried
out by qualifi ed personnel acquainted with the
danger involved.

Used Symbols

Operating conditions

The ambient temperature range during operation
should be between +10 °C and +40 °C and should
not exceed –40 °C or +70 °C during transport or
storage. The operational position is optional,
however, the ventilation holes on the HM8001-2
and on the plug-in modules must not be ob-
structed.

Warranty and Repair

HAMEG instruments are subject to a strict qua-
lity control. All instruments are burned in for 10
hrs prior to shipment. By intermittent operation
almost all early failures are detected. After burn-
in a thorough test of all functions and of quality
is run, all specifi cations and operating modes
are checked.
In case of reclamations during the two years
warranty period please contact the dealer from
if the instrument shows visible damage,
if the instrument has loose parts.
if the instrument does not function,
after long storage under unfavourable
circumstances (e.g. outdoors or in moist
environments),
after excessive transportation stress (e.g. in
poor packaging).
ATTENTION refer to manual.
DANGER High voltage.
Protective ground (earth) terminal.