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Safety
K0454 Issue 1 - [EN] English
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Safety
Before you use the instrument, make sure that you read and
understand all the related data. This includes: the applicable
local safety procedures, the user manual (K0449), and the
instructions for the accessories/options/equipment you are
using it with.
General
warnings
WARNING
•
It is dangerous to ignore the specified limits for the
instrument or to use the instrument when it is not in its
normal condition. Use the applicable protection and
obey all safety precautions.
•
Do not use the instrument in locations with explosive
gas, vapour or dust. There is a risk of an explosion.
Electrical
warnings
•
To prevent electrical shocks or damage to the
instrument, do not connect more than 30V between the
terminals, or between the terminals and the ground
(earth).
•
To prevent electrical shocks, use only the GE specified
AC probe (Part: IO620-AC) to measure AC voltages
(maximum: 300 Vac).
•
This instrument uses a Lithium-Polymer (Li-Polymer)
battery pack. To prevent an explosion or fire, do not
short circuit, do not disassemble, keep it safe from
damage. For operating conditions, see Table 1.
•
To prevent an explosion or fire, use only the GE
specified battery, power supply and battery charger.
•
To prevent battery leakage or heat generation, only use
the battery charger and power supply in the
temperature range 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F). For
operating conditions, see Table 1.
Pressure
warnings
•
Some liquid and gas mixtures are dangerous. This
includes mixtures that occur because of
contamination. Make sure that the equipment is safe to
use with the necessary media.
•
To prevent a dangerous release of pressure, isolate and
bleed the system before you disconnect a pressure
connection.
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