Precautions During Use; Explanation Of The Symbols - Multimetrix CM 605 Manual De Instrucciones

AND GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

1. PRECAUTIONS DURING USE

 Please read the safety instructions below before using the instrument to
avoid any accidental injuries, such as burns or electric shocks.
 You must observe the instructions preceded by the symbol
1.1 DEFINITION OF THE INSTALLATION CATEGORIES
Cf. CEI 664-1)
(
 CAT I: Circuits protected by devices restricting temporary excessive
voltages to a low level. E.g.: protected electronic circuits.
 CAT II: Power circuits for domestic appliances or similar equipment,
which may be subject to medium level temporary excessive voltages.
E.g.: power supplies for domestic appliances and portable power tools.
 CAT III: Power circuits for powerful machinery, which may be subject to
significant temporary excessive voltages. E.g.: power supplies for
industrial machinery and equipment.
1.2 NORMS
 Please refer to the norms and installation categories mentioned in the
specific instructions for each unit.
 Warning! This instrument is not a voltage or non-voltage detector in the
sense of UTE C18510.

1.3 EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS

Symbol Signification
Instrument with
double insulation.
Alternating current
(AC).
Direct current (DC).
Warning! Please refer
to the operating
instructions.
Earth.
1.4 FOR WORKING SAFELY
This symbol applies to the whole of this section.
 Take particular care with voltages in excess of 30V AC RMS and 50V
DC.
 Never work above the indicated maximum voltage ranges, particularly
with regards to the Earth.
 When measuring the intensity, always check that the value for the
current to be measured is within the measurement range of the
instrument. For instruments fitted with fuses, check the fuses' condition
before taking any measurements. Only replace worn-out fuses with the
fuses recommended in the product's instruction manual.
 Never use the instrument in a damp or dusty environment.
 Never use the instrument without wearing electrician's gloves and the
other safety equipment recommended by the legislation.
 Never touch any metal part of the contact points with your finger.
 Check the mechanical and electrical condition of the test leads and the
contact points before taking any measurements. Any test leads or
contact points that are damaged must be replaced immediately. Never
use the instrument if it is damaged.
 Never work with the instrument's rear casing open.
 Never change the batteries while the power cables are connected.
 Do not use the instrument in, or expose it to, direct sunlight, high
temperatures or high levels of humidity.
 Do not remove the casing; only the battery compartment cover may be
opened.
 Never alter the internal electronic circuits.
GENERAL SAFETY
9
Symbol Signification
Fuse.
CE approved.
According to WEEE
directive
2002/96/EC
Do not apply around
or remove from
hazardous live
conductors
.