General Instructions - Multimetrix ERT 200 Manual De Instrucciones

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General instructions

Introduction
Precautions and safety
measures
Definition of
installation categories
(cf. IEC 664-1)
International electrical
symbols
Guarante
Metrological checking
Cleaning
Earth resistance tester
This tester has been designed and tested according to IEC Publication 348, Safety
Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus IEC-1010 (EN 61010).
Follow all warnings to ensure safe operation.
Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate or
service the meter.
Use the meter only as specified in this manual otherwise the protection provided by
the meter may be impairs.
Rated environmental conditions :
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indoor use
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Installation Category III 300 V
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Pollution Degree : 2
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Altitude up to 2000 m
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Relative humidity 80 % max
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Ambient temperature: 0 to 40°C
CAT I : CAT I circuits are protected by devices designed to minimize transient
overvoltages at a low level.
E.g.: protected electronic circuits
CAT II : CAT II circuits are domestic or similar equipment power supply circuits that
can include average value transient overvoltages.
E.g.: power supply to domestic appliances and portable tools.
CAT III : CAT III circuits are circuits for power equipment power supplies which may
include high transient overvoltages.
E.g.: machine or industrial apparatus power supply.
CAT IV : CAT IV circuits are circuits that can include very high transient
overvoltages.
E.g.: energy inputs
Meter protected throughout by double insulation
Warning ! Risk of electrical shock
Caution ! Refer to this manual before using the meter
This equipment is guaranteed against any material defect or manufacturing faults,
in conformity with the general conditions of sale.
During this period, the equipment may only be repaired by the manufacturer. He
reserves the right to carry out repair or replacement of all or part of the equipment.
If the equipment is returned to the manufacturer, forward transport is at the expense
of the customer.
The guarantee does not apply in the event of:
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unsuitable use of the equipment or by association with incompatible equipment
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modification of the equipment without the explicit authorization of the
manufacturer technical services
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operation by a person not approved by the manufacturer
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adaptation to a specific application not provided for in the equipment definition or
in the operating instructions
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impact, fall or flooding.
Return your instrument to your distributor for any work to be done within or outside
the guarantee.
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and detergent : do not use abrasive or
solvents.
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