Hioki IM7580, Instruction Manual

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Safety Information
Safety Information
This instrument is designed to conform to IEC 61010 Safety Standards, and has been thoroughly tested
for safety prior to shipment. However, using the instrument in a way not described in this manual may
negate the provided safety features.
Before using the instrument, be certain to carefully read the following safety notes.
DANGER
Mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as well as damage to the
instrument. Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in
the manual before use.
WARNING
With regard to the electricity supply, there are risks of electric shock, heat
generation, fire, and arc discharge due to short circuits. If persons unfamiliar
with electricity measuring instrument are to use the instrument, another person
familiar with such instruments must supervise operations.
Notation
In this manual, the risk seriousness and the hazard levels are classified as follows.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury to
the operator.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in death or serious injury to
the operator.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury
to the operator or damage to the instrument or malfunction.
IMPORTANT
Indicates information related to the operation of the instrument or maintenance tasks
with which the operators must be fully familiar.
Indicates a high voltage hazard.
If a particular safety check is not performed or the instrument is mishandled, this may
give rise to a hazardous situation; the operator may receive an electric shock, may get
burnt or may even be fatally injured.
Indicates prohibited actions.
Indicates the action which must be performed.
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Additional information is explained below.
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