WARNING!
Do not operate your meter until the back cover is in place and fully
closed.
7. Maintenance
Warning:
To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source
of voltage before removing the back cover or the battery/fuse door.
Warning:
To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the battery/
fuse door are in place and fastened securely. This multimeter is
designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following
care instructions are performed.
1. Keep the meter dry. If it gets wet, wipe it off.
2. Use and store the meter in normal temperatures. Temperature
extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort
or melt plastic parts.
3. Handle the meter gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage
the electronic parts or the case.
4. Keep the meter clean. Wipe the case occasionally with a
damp cloth. Do not use chemicals, cleaning solvents or
detergents.
5. Use only fresh batteries or the recommended size and type.
Remove old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage
the unit.
6. If the meter is to be stored for a long period of time, the
batteries should be removed to prevent damage to the unit.
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