IM CA71-E
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Precautions for Safe Use of the Instrument
NOTE
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and features.
TIP
Provides additional information to complement the present topic.
Damage to the instrument or personal injury or even loss of life
may result from electrical shock or other factors.
To avoid this, follow the precautions below.
WARNING
• Use the instrument Only for Its Intended Purpose
This instrument is for generating (sourcing)/measuring voltage or current.
(This instrument is for generating and measuring resistance and
generating and measuring temperature using resistance or thermocouples.)
Do not use this instrument for other purpose.
• Check the Physical Appearance
Do not use the instrument if there is a problem with its physical appearance.
• Use in gases
Do not operate this instrument in areas where inflammable or explosive
gases or vapor exists.
It is extremely hazardous to use the instrument under such environments.
• Defects in protective features
Do not operate this instrument if any defect seems to exist in such protective
features as fuses.
Before operating the instrument, make sure the protective features are free
from any defect.
• External connection
When connecting the instrument to the object under test or an external
control circuit, or if you need to touch any external circuit, cut off the power
to the circuit and make sure no voltage is being supplied.
• Fuses
In order to prevent a possible fire, use a fuse with ratings (current, voltage,
and type) specified for the instrument. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder.