Important safety information
This document contains information and warnings that must be followed by the
user for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.
NOTE. This d
between the two, the information in this document supersedes the information in
the manual.
General safety summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to
avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Comply w
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential t hat you follow
genera
in this manual.
The pr
personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove the cover for
repair, maintenance, or adjustment.
Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is
operating correctly.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
ocument is a supplement to the User Manual. Where there is conflict
ith local and national safety codes.
lly accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified
oduct is designed to be used by trained personnel only. Only qualified
To Avoid Fire or Personal
njury
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e personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
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hazardous live conductors are exposed.
en incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the
Wh
responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoi d fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating and voltage or current
rating of the lowest rated individual component of a product, probe, or accessory.
Use caution when using 1:1 test leads because the probe tip voltage is directly
transmitted to the product.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual's installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
Important safety information
Slots a nd openi
otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects into any of the openings.
Provide a safe working environment. Always place the product in a location
convenient for viewing the display and indicators. Avoid improper or prolonged
use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads. Improper or prolonged keyboard or
pointer use
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an
ergonomic
Use care when lifting and carrying the product.
Servicesafetysummary
The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to
safely p
Only qualified personnel should p erform service procedures. Read this Service
safety
procedures.
To avoid electric shock. Do not touch exposed connections.
ngs are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or
may result in serious injury.
s professional to avoid stress injuries.
erform service on the product.
summary and the General safety summary before performing any service
Do not service alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
uct unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
prod
present.
Disconnect power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and
disconnect the power cord from the mains power before removing any covers or
panels, or opening the case for servicing.
Use care when servicing with power on. Dangerous voltages or currents may exist
in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and d isconnect
test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.
Verify safety after repair. Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric
strength after performing a repair.
2 Important Safety and Compliance Information
Compliance information
Compliance in
Safety compliance
EC declaration of
conformity – low voltage
U.S. nation ally recognized
testing lab oratory listing
formation
This section
other safety compliance information.
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specifi cation as listed in the
Official Journal of the European Union:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use. Part 1: General requirements.
EN 61010-2-030. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 2-030: Particular requirements
for testing and measuring circuits.
UL 61010-1. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use. Part 1: General requirements.
lists the safety standards with which the instrument complies and
Canadian certification
Additional compliances
Equipment type
IEC 61010-2-030. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 2-030: Particular requirements
for testing and measuring circuits.
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1. Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 1: General requirements.
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-2-030. Safety requirements for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 2-030:
Particular requirements for testing and measuring circuits.
IEC 61010-1. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use. Part 1: General requirements.
IEC 61010-2-030. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use. Part 2-030: Particular requirements
for testing and measuring circuits.
Test and measuring equipment.
Safety class
Important Safety and Compliance Information 3
Class1–groundedproduct.
Compliance information
Pollution degree
description
Pollution degree
A measure of the
and within a product. Typically the internal environment inside a product is
considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the
environment for which they are rated.
Pollution Degree 1 . No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.
Products in this category are generally encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or
located in clean rooms.
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution o ccurs.
Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused by condensation must
be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary
condensa
Pollution Degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution
that bec
where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected
from direct sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution Degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through
conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical outdoor locations.
tion Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor, dry
Pollu
location use only.
contaminants that could occur in the environment around
tion occurs only when the product is out of service.
omes conductive due to condensation. These are sheltered locations
Measurement and
voltage category
over
descriptions
Mains overvoltage
category rating
Measurement terminals on this product may be rated for measuring mains voltages
m one or more of the following categories (see specific ratings marked on the
fro
product and in the manual):
tegory II. Circuits directly connected to the building wiring at utilization
Ca
points (socket outlets and similar points).
ategory III. In the building wiring and distribution system.
C
Category IV. At the source of the electrical supply to the building.
NOTE. Only mains power supply circuits have an overvoltage category rating.
Only measurement circuits have a measurement category rating. Other circuits
within the product do not have either rating.
Overvoltage Category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1)
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