Safety Instructions; General Guidelines; User Manual - Velleman DCM268N Bedienungsanleitung

1. Introduction
To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product
This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device
after its lifecycle could harm the environment.
Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should
be taken to a specialized company for recycling.
This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service.
Respect the local environmental rules.
If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.
Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this
device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact
your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

For indoor use only. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and
dripping liquids. Protect the device against extreme heat (e.g. direct sunlight,
heater ...) and dust.
Keep the device away from children and unauthorised users.
Risk of electric shock.
Improper use of this device can cause damage, shock, injury or death.
Be very careful when measuring live circuits.
DO NOT disassemble or open the cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer to an authorized dealer for service and/or spare parts.
• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the
warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the
warranty.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.
• Caution: risk of electroshock when measuring voltages > 35VDC, 25VAC, currents > 10mA,
AC power lines with inductance load and AC power lines with fluctuating power.

3. General Guidelines

• Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating.
• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will
void the warranty.
• Do not store or use the devices in places with high humidity or temperature, places where
combustible or explosive gasses reside or near strong magnetic fields.
• Only use the included test leads. When damaged, replace them with test leads of the same
type and with the same specifications.
• Always verify that all connections are reliable and safe.
• Before measuring, always check the selected range. Always use the device within its
specified range.
• Always discharge capacitors and remove power from the device under test before
performing diode, resistance or continuity test.
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