Safety Instructions - Velleman DVM760 Bedienungsanleitung

DVM760 – 3
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 buying a Velleman product! 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. Accessories included: test leads,
holster, battery, multifunction test socket and this manual.

2. Safety Instructions

WARNING: To ensure safe operation and in order to exploit to the full the functionality of the
meter, please follow the directions in this section carefully.
• 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.
• This multimeter has been designed according to IEC-61010-1 concerning electronic measuring instruments with
an overvoltage category CAT II 1 000V and pollution 2.
• When using the meter, the user must observe all normal safety rules concerning protection against dangers of
electrical current and protection of the meter against misuse.
• Verify that the test leads be in a condition and that the insulation is not exposed before each use.
• Full compliance with safety standards can only be guaranteed if used with the supplied test leads. If necessary,
they must be replaced with the same model or same electric ratings.
• Select the correct input jack function and range before use.
• Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in the chapter "8. Technical Specifications" at the back of the
manual.
• Do not touch the unused terminals when the meter is linked to a measurement circuit.
• Set the range selector at the highest position when the value scale to be measured is unknown.
• Never measure voltage if the voltage on the terminals exceed 1 000V above earth ground.
• Always be careful when working with voltages over 60V DC or AC RMS. Keep fingers behind the probe barriers
while measuring.
• Never connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the selector switch is in the current, resistance,
capacitance, diode, transistor or continuity mode.
• Before rotating the selector switch, disconnect the test leads from the circuit under test.
• Never perform resistance, capacitance, transistor or continuity measurements on live circuits.
• Never use the meter near explosives, steam or dirt.
• Do not use a meter showing abnormal readings.
• Never use the meter with an open housing.
• Store the meter away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, humidity or condensation.
DVM760
DIGITAL MULTIMETER – 30 RANGES
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3 VELLEMAN