Safety Information; During Use - Velleman HPS140i Mode D'emploi

To all citizens of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product
This symbol on this unit or the package indicates that disposal of this unit after its lifecycle could
harm the environment. Do not dispose the unit (or batteries if used) as unsorted municipal
waste; it should be disposed by a specialized company for recycling. This unit should be
returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.
If any doubt contact your local authorities about waste disposal rules.
Safety : General rules concerning safe.
To ensure your safety, please observe these safety measures. In no way these are complete. As safety
requirements vary, please check with your local authorities, in order to comply with local requirements.
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed against defects in components and construction from the moment it is purchased and for a period of TWO YEAR
starting from the date of sale. This guarantee is only valid if the unit is submitted together with the original purchase invoice. VELLEMAN
Ltd. limits its responsibility to the reparation of defects or, as VELLEMAN Ltd. deems necessary, to the replacement or reparation of defective
components. Costs and risks connected to the transport, removal or placement of the product, or any other costs directly or indirectly
connected to the repair, will not be reimbursed by VELLEMAN Ltd. VELLEMAN Ltd. will not be held responsible for any damages caused by
the malfunctioning of a unit.

Safety information

During use

Never exceed the limit values for protection. These values are listed in the specifications.
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Do not touch unused terminals when the unit is linked to a circuit which is being tested.
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When carrying out measurements on a TV set or switching power circuits, always remember
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that the meter may be damaged by high amplitude voltage pulses at test points.
Always be careful when working with voltages above 60Vdc or 30Vac rms. Keep your fingers
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behind the probe barriers at all times during measurement.
Use a measuring probe with an insulated connector when measuring voltages exceeding 30V.
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For X10 probe: Match the frequency response to the oscilloscope input by adjusting the
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compensation trimmer on the probe, see probe manual
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OVERVOLTAGE / INSTALLATION
CATEGORIES
CAT II : A CAT II-rated meter is suitable for measurements on
mono-phase appliances that are connected to the mains by
means of a plug and circuits in a normal domestic environment.
E.g. household appliances, portable tools...
Provided that the circuit is at least 10m apart from a CAT III- or
20m apart from a CAT IV-environment.
POLLUTION DEGREE
Pollution degree 2 : Only nonconductive pollution occurs. Occa-
sionally, temporary conductivity caused by condensation is to be
expected.(home and office environments fall under this category).