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1.2 General Safety Overview
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This instrument is designed and manufactured in compliance with: G84793, lEC61010-1, CAT III 600V, Pollution
Degree 2 and Double Insulation standards.
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When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed.
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Check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds with that of the local network before connecting
the appliance to the mains power supply.
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Please operate according to this manual, otherwise the protection provided by the device will be impaired or fail.
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This product must be grounded.
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This product is grounded through the earth wire in the mains lead. In order to prevent electric shock, please
check whether the power socket to be used for the product is grounded. Please ensure that the protective ground
terminal of the product is reliably connected to the ground terminal of power line before connecting any input or
output terminal.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge. They should be given supervision and instruction in the use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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There are no user-serviceable parts in this product. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
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In order to prevent fire or electric shock, please pay attention to all rated values and modes of the product.
Please read user’s manual before connection of the product to further understand information about rated
values.
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Check the test leads, cables and case insulation before using. If you find any breakage or abnormality, or you
consider the device is broken, stop using the device immediately.
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Do not use the product for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
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Don’t insert metal objects into input or output terminal of the product.
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If you suspect that the product is damaged, please ask qualified maintenance personnel to inspect.
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Never operate the product with the cover removed.
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Do not operate or store in an environment of high humidity or where moisture may enter the product.
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Do not use the meter around explosive gas or vapour.
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Disconnect from the supply when not in use.
