Precautions During Use; Explanation Of The Symbols - Multimetrix CM600 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
E.g.: protected electronic circuits
 CAT II: Power circuits for domestic appliances or similar
equipment, which may be subject to medium level temporary
excessive
E.g.: power supplies for domestic appliances and portable
power tools
 CAT III: Power circuits for powerful machinery, which may be
subject to
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.

1.3 EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS

Symbol Definition
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 30 VAC RMS
and 50 VDC.
 Never work above the indicated maximum voltage ranges,
particularly as regards the Earth.
 When measuring the intensity, always check that the value
for the current to be measured is compatible with the size 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 move your fingers outside the guard for the contact
points.
GENERAL SAFETY
voltages
significant temporary
to a
excessive
Symbol
10
low level.
voltages.
voltages.
Definition
Fuse
CE approved
According to WEEE
directive
2002/96/EC
Do not apply around
or remove from
hazardous live
conductors