Safety Precautions - PeakTech 1280 Bedienungsanleitung

1. Safety Precautions

This product complies with the requirements of the following European Community Directives:
2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage) as amended by
2004/22/EC (CE-Marking).
Overvoltage category II; pollution degree 2.
To ensure safe operation of the equipment and eliminate the danger of serious injury due to short-
circuits (arcing), the following safety precautions must be observed.
Damages resulting from failure to observe these safety precautions are exempt from any legal claims
whatever.
* Do not use this instrument for high-energy industrial installation measurement.
* Do not place the equipment on damp or wet surfaces.
* Do not exceed the maximum permissible input ratings (danger of serious injury and/or destruction
of the equipment).
* The meter is designed to withstand the stated max voltages. If it is not possible to exclude without
that impulses, transients, disturbance or for other reasons, these voltages are exceeded a suitable
presale (10:1) must be used.
* Replace a defective fuse only with a fuse of the original rating. Never short-circuit fuse or fuse
holding.
* Disconnect test leads or probe from the measuring circuit before switching modes or functions.
* Check test leads and probes for faulty insulation or bare wires before connection to the equipment.
* To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions.
* Conduct measuring works only in dry clothing and rubber shoes, i. e. on isolating mats.
* Never touch the tips of the test leads or probe.
* Comply with the warning labels and other info on the equipment.
* The measurement instrument is not to be to operated unattended.
* Always start with the highest measuring range when measuring unknown values.
* Do not subject the equipment to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, humidity or dampness.
* Do not subject the equipment to shocks or strong vibrations.
* Do not operate the equipment near strong magnetic fields (motors, transformers etc.).
* Keep hot soldering irons or guns away from the equipment.
* Allow the equipment to stabilize at room temperature before taking up measurement
(important for exact measurements).
* Do not input values over the maximum range of each measurement to avoid damages of the
instrument.
* Use caution when working with voltages above 35V DC or 25V AC. These Voltages pose shock
hazard.
* Periodically wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth and mid detergent. Do not use abrasives or
solvents.
* The meter is suitable for indoor use only
* Do not operate the meter before the cabinet has been closed and screwed safely as terminal can
carry voltage.
* Do not store the meter in a place of explosive, inflammable substances.
* Do not modify the equipment in any way.
* Do not place the equipment face-down on any table or work bench to prevent damaging the
controls at the front.
* Opening the equipment and service – and repair work must only be performed by qualified service
personnel
* Measuring instruments don't belong to children hands.
Cleaning the cabinet
Prior to cleaning the cabinet, withdraw the mains plug from the power outlet.
Clean only with a damp, soft cloth and a commercially available mild household cleanser. Ensure that
no water gets inside the equipment to prevent possible shorts and damage to the equipment.
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