Safety precautions
This product complies with the requirements of the following European Community directives: 89/336/EC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23/EC (Low Voltage) as amended by 93/68/EC (CE-Marking).
To ensure safe operation of the equipment and eliminate the danger of serious injury due to short-
circuits (arcing), the following safety precautions must be observed.
Damages resulting from failure to observe these safety precautions are exempt from any legal claims
whatever.
* Prior to connection of the equipment to the mains outlet check that the available mains voltage
corresponds to the voltage setting of the equipment
* Connect the mains plug of the equipment only to a mains outlet with earth connection
* Do not exceed the maximum permissible input ratings (danger of serious injury and/or destruction of
the equipment).
* Replace a defective fuse only with a fuse of the original rating. Never short-circuit fuse or fuse
holding.
* Check test leads and probes for faulty insulation or bare wires before connection to the equipment.
* To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions. Conduct measuring
works only in dry clothing and rubber shoes, i. e. on isolating mats.
* Never touch the tips of the test leads or probe.
* Comply with the warning labels and other info on the equipment.
* Do not subject the equipment to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, humidity or dampness.
* Disconnect test leads or probe from the measuring circuit before switching modes or functions
* Do not cover the ventilation slots of the cabinet to ensure that the air is able to circulate freely inside
* Do not insert metal objects into the equipment by way of the ventilation slots
* Do not place water-filled containers on the equipment (danger of short-circuit in case of knock over of
the container)
* Do not subject the equipment to shocks or strong vibrations.
* Do not operate the equipment near strong magnetic fields (motors, transformers etc.).
* Keep hot soldering irons or guns away from the equipment.
* Allow the equipment to stabilize at room temperature before taking up measurement (important for
exact measurements).
* The meter is suitable for indoor use only
* Do not operate the meter before the cabinet has been closed and screwed safely as terminal can
carry voltage.
* Do not store the meter in a place of explosive, inflammable substances.
* Do not modify the equipment in any way
* Do not place the equipment face-down on any table or work bench to prevent damaging the controls
at the front.
* Opening the equipment and service – and repair work must only be performed by qualified service
personnel
* Measuring instruments don’t belong to children hands.
Cleaning the cabinet
Prior to cleaning the cabinet, withdraw the mains plug from the power outlet. Clean only with a damp,
soft cloth and a commercially available mild household cleanser. Ensure that no water gets inside the
equipment to prevent possible shorts and damage to the equipment.
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