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6. Transport and storage
• Please keep the original packaging for later transport, e.g. for calibration. Any transport damage due to faulty
packaging will be excluded from warranty claims.
• In order to avoid instrument damage, it is advised to remove batteries when not using the instrument over a certain
time period. However, should the instrument be contaminated by leaking battery cells, you are kindly requested to
return it to the factory for cleaning and inspection.
• Instruments must be stored in dry and closed areas. In the case of an instrument being transported in extreme
temperatures, a recovery time of minimum 2 hours is required prior to instrument operation.
7. Safety instructions
Before using the instrument, instructions must be read and followed, particularly first time.
The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations for electrical
systems and equipment must be strictly always met.
The respective accident prevention regulations established by the professional associations are to be
strictly always enforced regarding body protection in the event of danger of burns.
In order to avoid electrical shock, the valid safety and VDE regulations regarding excessive contact
voltages must receive utmost attention, when working with voltages exceeding 120V (60V) DC or 50V
(25V) rms AC. The values in brackets are valid for limited ranges (as for example medicine and agriculture).
Measurements in dangerous proximity of electrical systems are only to be carried out in compliance with
the instructions of a responsible electronics technician, and never alone.
If the operator’s safety is no longer ensured, the instrument is to be put out of service and protected against
use. The safety is no longer insured if the instrument:
• shows obvious damage,
• does not carry out the desired measurements,
• has been stored for too long under unfavorable conditions,
• has been subjected to mechanical stress during transport.
