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Prior to Use
Checking accessories
After unpacking the meter, check it for appearance and its accessories.
Accessories: Instruction manual: 1
Recorder output plug (JC017A): 1
Soft-sided case (RB038A): 1
One dry cell battery (9 V) in the meter.
Precautions on Handling
· Exercise care not to drop the meter or hit it with a hard object.
· Avoid placing the meter in a room at a temperature above 60
°
C or below -
20
°
C. Also, avoid placing it in an area subject to direct sunlight or at a
high humidity.
· Using the meter at low temperatures (between -10 and 0
°
C) causes the
display response to be delayed.
· Avoid using the meter in a dirty, dusty, or salt-air area or where there are
corrosive gases.
· Dirt or dust adhering to the light-detecting surface decreases measurement
accuracy. Wipe the surface clean with a soft, dry cloth.
· Do not use solvent (trichloroethylene, paint thinner, benzene, alcohol,
etc.), which may deform the case material or cause the print to peel off.
To remove stains from the case, gently wipe them off with a soft cloth.
If the instrument is badly stained, use a soft cloth moistened with a neutral
detergent, then wipe off the moisture using a dry cloth.
· Do not disassemble the meter.
· Do not separate mainunit from light-detector with the power on.
Safety Summary
The CAUTION Which appear on the following page must be followed to
ensure operator safety and to retain the operating condition of the
Illuminance Meter,
Safety Symbol
Indicates the operator must refer to an explanation in this manual.
