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User Manual
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afety
inforMation
This multimeter complies to the IEC1010
standard, and is a CAT II. (1000V) and CAT III.
(600V) touch protection electronic measuring
device. Follow the safety and usage instructions
to ensure safe operation and good condition of
the device. Compliance to the safety standards
is only guaranteed if the measuring wires
are intact. In case of damage, replace them
immediately.
security warnings
introduction
The user must consider the following safety
instructions when using the device:
•
protect yourself from electric shock
•
protect the device from damage resulting
from improper usage
•
verify the accessories (measuring wires,
capsule) before use to make sure they are
intact.
in use
•
The device may show incorrect results
or nothing when used near a device that
produces electronic or magnetic noise.
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Never use defective measuring wires.
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Only use the device for purposes described
in the user manual! Improper usage does
not guarantee the further functioning of the
device.
•
Never use the device near flammable or
explosive gases or powders.
•
Before measuring, verify that the device is
in a proper measuring position and that the
measuring wires are connected properly. Do
this before every single measuring!
•
If the measured result is unknown, always start
measuring in the highest available range and
go backwards from that.
•
To protect the device, never exceed the
maximum inward values.
•
Be careful when measuring above 60V DC or
30V AC. These voltages may cause electric
shock.
•
When using a measuring sensor, make sure
that your fingers do not touch the metal
parts of the sensor and are behind the finger
protection area at all times.
•
Before switching between measuring
modes and functions always disconnect the
measuring wires from the measured circuit.
•
When measuring resistance, continuity or
diode, always make sure that the device is not
connected to a circuit that is under power,
and that all high capacity capacitors are
discharged.
•
Before measuring current, disconnect
the power source from the circuit before
connecting the device to it.
•
If the low battery symbol appears on the
screen, replace the battery.
symbols
Symbols used on the device and in the manual:
WARNING: Check the referring pages of the
manual. Improper usage may lead to damage.
Ground
Fuse: F 500mA/250V
tips
•
Always remove the measuring wires from the
device and the circuit before opening the
device.
•
If you encounter any abnormal phenomena
during the operation, stop measuring and turn
off the device.
•
If you do not use the device for a longer time
period, take the battery out. Do not store the
device at a place with high temperatures or
humidity.
•
To avoid fire and other damage, always
replace the fuse to one of the same type: F
500mA/250V
•
Never use the device if the battery cover in the
back is open or not properly in its place.
