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2. INTENDED uSE
- Measuring and displaying electric parameters in the range of measurement category CAT
III up to 600 v against earth potential, pursuant to EN 61010-1 and all lower measuring
categories. The meter must not be used in the measuring category CAT Iv.
- Measurement of direct and alternating voltage of 1 up to 600 v
- Measurement of resistances up to 10 MΩ
- Acoustic continuity test (<30 Ω)
- Contact-free recognition of alternating voltages in the range of 100 - 240 v/AC, 50 - 60 Hz.
The measuring functions are automatically set by the multimeter based on the measuring
signal. From a voltage level of >1 volt onwards, the voltage measurement takes place, <1
v activates resistance measurement. The measuring range is selected automatically for all
measuring functions. Switching of AC/DC in the voltage measuring range is also performed
automatically by the multimeter.
The vC-13 shows the actual effective values (True RMS) in the AC voltage measuring range.
Polarity is automatically indicated with the minus prefix (-) if the measured values are negative.
Use of personal protection equipment is recommended for measurements in CAT III environ-
ments. The meter must not be used in the measuring category CAT Iv.
An integrated LED lamp can be used as a flashlight for dark areas.
The multimeter is operated with two conventional 1.5 v micro batteries (type AAA, LR03 or
same build). The device must only be operated with the specified battery type. Rechargeable
batteries must not be used because of the lower cell voltage and the resulting shorter operat-
ing time.
The multimeter must not be operated when it is open, i.e. with an open battery compartment or
when the battery compartment cover is missing.
Measuring in potentially explosive areas (Ex) or damp rooms or under unfavourable ambient
conditions is not permitted. Unfavourable ambient conditions are: Moisture or high humidity,
dust and flammable gases, fumes or solvents, thunderstorms or thunderstorm conditions like
strong electrostatic fields, etc.
The measuring lines are firmly connected to the multimeter and cannot be replaced. If dam-
aged, the multimeter must no longer be used and must be secured before use.
The meter must only be operated by persons who are familiar with the required provisions for
