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• Never carry out any measurements if the protecting insulation is defective (torn, ripped
off etc.).
• To avoid electric shock, make sure not to touch the connections/measuring points to be
measured directly or indirectly during measurement.
• During measuring, do not grip beyond the grip range markings (which you can feel)
present on the test prods.
• Do not use the multimeter just before, during or just after a thunderstorm (lightning!
/ high-energy overvoltage!). Make sure that your hands, shoes, clothing, the
fl
oor,
circuits and circuit components are dry.
• Avoid operating the product near:
- strong magnetic or electromagnetic
fi
elds
- transmitter aerials or HF generators.
This could affect the measurement.
• Do not switch the meter on immediately after it was taken from a cold to a warm
environment. The condensation that forms might destroy your device.
• Allow the device to reach room temperature before switching it on.
Batteries / Rechargeable batteries
• Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the (rechargeable) batteries.
• (Rechargeable) batteries should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long
period of time to avoid damage through leaking. Leaking or damaged (rechargeable)
batteries might cause acid burns when in contact with skin, therefore use suitable
protective gloves to handle corrupted (rechargeable) batteries.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave
(rechargeable) batteries lying around, as there is risk, that children or pets swallow
them.
• All (rechargeable) batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing old and new
(rechargeable) batteries in the device can lead to (rechargeable) battery leakage and
device damage.
• (Rechargeable) batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into
fi
re.
Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of explosion!
Miscellaneous
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
• Maintenance, modi
fi
cations and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert
or at a quali
fi
ed shop.
If you are not sure about the correct connection or use, or if questions arise which are not covered
by these operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or another
quali
fi
ed specialist.
