Precautions For Use - Chauvin Arnoux C.A 5231 Manual De Instrucciones

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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

This device complies with safety standard IEC-61010-1 for
voltages up to 1000V in category III or 600V in category IV, at
an altitude below 2000m, indoors, with a pollution level of not
more than 2.
Failure to observe the safety instructions may cause an electric
shock, fire, explosion, or destruction of the instrument and of
the installations.
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Do not use the instrument in an explosive atmosphere or in
the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
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Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage
or category exceeds those mentioned.
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Do not exceed the rated maximum voltages and currents
between terminals or with respect to earth.
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Do not use the instrument if it appears to be damaged,
incomplete, or not properly closed.
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Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the
leads, housing, and accessories. Any element of which the
insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside
for repair or scrapped.
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Use leads and accessories rated for voltages and categories
at least equal to those of the instrument.
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Observe the environmental conditions of use.
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Do not modify the instrument and do not replace components
with "equivalents". Repairs and adjustments must be done by
approved qualified personnel.
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Replace the battery as soon as the
the display unit. Disconnect all leads before opening the
battery compartment cover.
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Use personal protective equipment when conditions require.
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Keep your hands away from the unused terminals of the
instrument.
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When handling probes or contact tips, keep your fingers
behind the guards.
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