GW Instek GBM-3080, User Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7
Safety Guidelines
General Guideline
CAUTION

Make sure that the voltage input level does not
exceed DC330V (for GBM-3300).
DC80.8V (for GBM-3080).

AC voltage input is strictly prohibited.

Do not place any heavy object on the
instrument.

Avoid severe impact or rough handling that can
lead to damaging the instrument.

Do not discharge static electricity to the
instrument.

Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for
the terminals.

Do not perform measurement at the source of a
low-voltage installation or at building
installations (Note below).

Do not disassemble the instrument unless you
are qualified as service personnel.

Remove all test leads before disconnecting the
mains power cord from the socket.

If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

The device should be placed in a place where
the plug connected to it can be removed easily.
(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and
their requirements as follows. The GBM-3000 Series doesn’t fall
under category II, III or IV.

Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the
source of low-voltage installation.

Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the
building installation.

Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the
circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation.