Important Hints; Safety; Symbols As Marked On Equipment; Operating Conditions - Hameg Instruments HM8010 Manual

Important hints

Important hints
The operator is requested to carefully read the
following instructions and those of the mainframe
HM8001-2, to avoid any
operating errors and mis-
takes and in order to become
aquainted with the module.
After unpacking the module, check for any
mechanical damage or loose parts inside. Should
there be any transportation damage, inform the
supplier immediately and do not put the module
into operation. This plug-in module is primarily
intended for use in conjunction with the
Mainframe HM8001-2. When incorporating it into
other systems, the module should only be
operated with the specified supply voltages.

Safety

This instrument has been designed and tested in
accordance with IEC Publication 1010-1, Safety
requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use. It
corresponds as well to the the CENELEC
regulations EN 61010-1. All case and chassis
parts are connected to the safety earth conductor.
Corresponding to Safety Class 1 regulations
(three-conductor AC power cable). Without an
isolating transformer, the instrument's power
cable must be plugged into an approved three-
contact electrical outlet, which meets Interna-
tional Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety
standards.
Warning!
Any interruption of the protective conductor
inside or outside the instrument or discon-
nection of the protective earth terminal is
likely to render the instrument dangerous.
Intentional interruption is prohibited.
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The istrument must be disconnected and secured
against unintentional operation if there is any
suggestion that safe operation is not possible.
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When removing or replacing the metal case, the
instrument must be completely disconnected
TRIPLE POWER SUPPLY HM 8040-3
from the mains supply. If any measurement or
FUSE FUSE
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
OUTPUT
HAMEG
calibration procedures are necessary on the
PUSH LONG
VOLTAGE CURRENT VOLTAGE CURRENT
opened-up instrument, these must only be
carried out by qualified personnel acquainted with
the danger involved.
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Operating conditions

The ambient temperature range during operation
should be between +10 °C and +40 °C and should
not exceed –40 °C or +70 °C during transport or
storage. The operational position is optional,
however, the ventilation holes on the HM8001-2
and on the plug-in modules must not be
obstructed.

Warranty and Repair

HAMEG instruments are subject to a strict quality
control. All instruments are burned in for 10 hrs
prior to shipment. By intermittent operation
almost all early failures are detected. After burn-
in a thorough test of all functions and of quality
is run, all specifications and operating modes are
checked.
In case of reclamations during the two years
warranty period please contact the dealer from
whom you purchased your HAMEG instrument.
if the instrument shows visible damage,
if the instrument has loose parts.
if the instrument does not function,
after long storage under unfavourable
circumstances (e.g. outdoors or in moist
environments),
after excessive transportation stress (e.g.
in poor packaging).
ATTENTION refer to manual.
DANGER High voltage.
Protective ground (earth) terminal.