MI 3152(H)
Eurotest
XC (2,5 kV)
General description
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1 General description
1.1
Warnings and notes
Read before use
1.1.1 Safety warnings
In order to reach high level of operator safety while carrying out various measurements using
the EurotestXC instrument, as well as to keep the test equipment undamaged, it is necessary to
consider the following general warnings:
Read this user manual carefully, otherwise the use of the instrument may be
dangerous for the operator, the instrument or for the equipment under test!
Consider warning markings on the instrument (see next chapter for more
information).
If the test equipment is used in a manner not specified in this user manual, the
protection provided by the equipment could be impaired!
Do not use the instrument or any of the accessories if any damage is noticed!
Consider all generally known precautions in order to avoid risk of electric shock
while dealing with hazardous voltages!
Use only standard or optional test accessories supplied by your distributor!
In case a fuse has blown follow the instructions in this manual in order to replace
it! Use only fuses that are specified!
Service, calibration or adjustment of instruments and accessories is only allowed
to be carried out by a competent authorized person!
Do not use the instrument in AC supply systems with voltages higher than 550
Va.c.
Consider that protection category of some accessories is lower than of the
instrument. Test tips and Tip commander have removable caps. If they are
removed the protection falls to CAT II. Check markings on accessories!
cap off, 18 mm tip: CAT II up to 1000 V
cap on, 4 mm tip: CAT II 1000 V / CAT III 600 V / CAT IV 300 V
The instrument comes supplied with rechargeable Ni-MH battery cells. The cells
should only be replaced with the same type as defined on the battery
compartment label or as described in this manual. Do not use standard alkaline
battery cells while the power supply adapter is connected, otherwise they may
explode!
Hazardous voltages exist inside the instrument. Disconnect all test leads, remove
the power supply cable and switch off the instrument before removing battery
compartment cover.
Do not connect any voltage source on C1/C2 inputs. It is intended only for
connection of current clamps. Maximal input voltage is 3 V!
