Manual
3
1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a PCE-DC 41 from PCE Instruments.
This instrument is highly versatile in power system maintenance as it has several functions. It is not only
very reliable in measuring power, it can also measure voltage, current and continuity at high accuracy.
Measurement results are easily readable from the 4-digit LC display with backlight. The d
evice’s special
features are its Peak Hold and Data Hold functions, its Auto Zero function as well as an Auto Power Off
function which turns off the meter after 30 minutes of inactivity. The instrument comes with batteries, a
test lead, a carrying case and an instruction manual.
2
Safety notes
2.1
Warning symbols
Attention! Please refer to instruction manual.
Dangerous voltage may be present at terminals.
Double insulation.
2.2
Safety instructions
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device
may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. There is no
warranty
of
damages
or
injuries
caused
by
non-observance
of
the
manual.
- The device may only be used in the approved temperature and humidity range.
Operat
ing conditions: 0 … 40 °C (32 … 104 °F); ˂70 % RH
Storage conditions: -
10 … 60 °C (14 … 140 °F); ˂80 % RH
- Inspect the device as well as the test leads before each use. If there is any visible damage, do not use
the device.
- Make sure that the main function dial is in the correct position before each measurement.
- Do not carry out any resistance or continuity tests on a live power system.
- Do not apply voltage between the test terminals or a test terminal to ground exceeding the maximum
limit as specified in this manual.
- Keep your fingers behind the protection ring when using the test lead for measurement.
-
To
ensure
high
accuracy,
replace
the
battery
whenever
the
icon
appears.
-
The
case
should
only
be
opened
by
qualified
personnel
of
PCE
Instruments.
- The instrument should never be placed with the user interface facing an object (e.g. keyboard side on a
table).
-
You
must
not
make
any
technical
changes
to
the
device.
- The appliance should only be cleaned with a dry cloth. /
Do not use any abrasives or solvents.
This manual is published by PCE Instruments without any guarantee.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments.
