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User's Guide V1.2
Operating and Safety Instructions
Please follow the given instructions for use of the instrument because this will guarantee
correct instrument operation. Due to the fact that these instructions touch on Product
Liability, it is absolutely imperative that they be read carefully. Any claim for defect will be
rejected if one or more of the items was observed. Disregard of the instructions can
endanger warranty.
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The instrument may only be used for the purpose described in this operating manual.
Due to safety reasons, the instrument must never be used for other purposes not
described in this manual. If you are not sure about the intended purpose of the
instrument please contact an expert.
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The instrument has to be shipped only in the original packaging. Any instruments shipped
to us for return, exchange, warranty repair, update or examination must be in their
original packaging! Any other deliveries will be rejected. Therefore, you should keep the
original packaging and the technical documentation.
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The instrument may only be operated with the voltage written on the power input on the
rear panel. Before opening the case disconnect the power plug.
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Every modification has to be carried out only at the manufacturer or an authorized
service company. Any modification not released by the manufacturer leads to the
extinction of the operation permission.
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With the introduction of a third person the warranty will be lost. In case of a destroyed
warranty seal, any warranty claim will be rejected.
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The instrument must never be operated outdoors but only in dry, closed rooms. Never
use the instrument in a humid or wet environment nor near inflammables.
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No liquids or conducting materials must get into the instrument. If this should happen the
instrument must be disconnected from power immediately and be examined, cleaned and
eventually be repaired by a qualified person.
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Never subject the instrument to temperatures above +50
°
C or below -10
°
C. Before
operation the instrument should have a temperature of at least 10
°
C. Do not place the
instrument into direct sun light. Do not install the instrument near heat sources.
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Keep the top side of the instrument free in order to guarantee proper ventilation,
otherwise the instrument could be overheated. Never place heavy objects on the
instrument.
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All cables connected with the instrument must be checked periodically. If there is any
damage the cables must be repaired or replaced by an authorized person.
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Transport the instrument carefully, never let it fall or overturn. Make sure that during
transport and in use the instrument has a proper stand and does not fall, slip or turn over
because persons could be injured.
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Never use the instrument in the immediate proximity of interfering electronic devices (e.g.
monitors, computers) since this could create disturbances within the instrument and
corrupt memory data.
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The exchange of electronic parts (e.g. EPROMs for software update) is allowed only if
the instrument is disconnected from power supply.
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When using the instrument in Germany, the appropriate VDE standards must be
followed. The following standards are of special importance: DIN VDE 0100 (Teil
300/11.85, Teil 410/11.83, Teil 481/10.87), DIN VDE 0532 (Teil 1/03.82), DIN VDE 0550
(Teil 1/12.69), DIN VDE 0551 (05.72), DIN VDE 0551e (06.75), DIN VDE 0700 (Teil
1/02.81, Teil 207/10.82), DIN VDE 0711 (Teil 500/10.89), DIN VDE 0860 (05.89), DIN
VDE 0869 (01.85). VDE papers can be obtained from the VDE-Verlag GmbH, Berlin.
