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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This instrument is compliant with safety standard IEC/EN 61010-1 or BS EN 61010-1 and the leads are compliant with IEC/EN
61010-031 or BS EN 61010-031, for voltages up to 1,000V in overvoltage category IV. The protection provided by the instrument
may be impaired if it is used other than as specified by the manufacturer.
Failure to observe the safety instructions may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, and destruction of the instrument and of the
installations.
The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly understand the various precautions to be taken
in use. Sound knowledge and a keen awareness of electrical hazards are essential when using this instrument.
Comply with the rated maximum voltage and current and the overvoltage category.
Never exceed the protection limits stated in the specifications.
Observe the conditions of use, namely the temperature, the relative humidity, the altitude, the degree of pollution, and the
place of use.
Do not use the instrument if it is open, damaged, or incorrectly reassembled. Before each use, check the integrity of the housing,
leads and accessories. Any item of which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside for repair or scrapping.
Use only the leads and accessories supplied. The use of leads (or accessories) of a lower voltage or category limits the voltage
or category of the combined instrument and leads (or accessories) to that of the leads (or accessories).
Do not expose the housing to a source of heat or to direct sunlight. Let air flow freely around it to ensure sufficient cooling.
When handling the crocodile clips, keep your fingers behind the physical guard.
Use suitable personal protection equipment when parts at a dangerous voltage may be accessible in the installation where
the measurement is made.
All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be done by competent, accredited personnel.
CONTENTS
1. PRESENTATION ................................................................................................................................................................14
1.1. Delivery condition ......................................................................................................................................................14
1.2. Accessories and spares .............................................................................................................................................14
1.3. View of the PA32ER ..................................................................................................................................................14
2. USE ......................................................................................................................................................................................15
2.1. Supply from the measurement ..................................................................................................................................15
2.2. Supply from mains .....................................................................................................................................................16
3. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ..................................................................................................................................18
3.1. Reference conditions .................................................................................................................................................18
3.2. Electrical characteristics ............................................................................................................................................18
3.3. Environmental conditions ..........................................................................................................................................19
3.4. Mechanical characteristics .......................................................................................................................................19
3.5. Compliance with international standards ...................................................................................................................19
3.6. Electromagnetic compatibility (CEM) .........................................................................................................................19
4. MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................................................20
4.1. Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................20
5. WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................................................21
