– Do not operate the meter around explosive gas, vapor, or wet
WARNING
– Do not apply more than the rated voltage and current (as marked on the
– Never use the meter in wet conditions or when there is water on the
– Before use, verify the meter's operation by measuring a known voltage.
– When measuring current, turn off the circuit power before connecting the
– When measuring temperature, keep the thermocouple probe as close to
– When servicing the meter, use only the specified replacement parts.
– When using the probes, keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the
– Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead.
– Remove the test leads from the meter before you open the battery cover.
– To avoid false readings, which may lead to possible electric shock or
Keysight U1190A Series User's Guide
environments.
meter) between the terminals or between the terminal and the earth
ground.
surface. If the meter is wet, ensure that the meter is dried only by trained
personnel.
Use caution when working above 60 V DC, 30 V AC RMS, or 42.4 V peak.
Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
meter in the circuit. Remember to place the meter in series with the
circuit.
the meter as possible, and avoid contact with surfaces above 60 V DC,
30 V AC RMS, or 42.4 V peak. Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
probes.
When you disconnect the leads, disconnect the live test lead first.
Do not operate the meter with the battery cover or portions of the cover
removed or loosened.
personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator
appears and flashes.
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