
table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................3
Technical data .......................................................................4
Transport and storage...........................................................4
Operation ...............................................................................5
Maintenance and repair ........................................................6
Disposal .................................................................................6
Declaration of conformity .....................................................6
Notes regarding the operating manual
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Legal notice
This release replaces all previous versions. No part of this
publication may be reproduced without written permission from
Trotec. The same applies for electronically processing,
duplicating or spreading the publication. Subject to technical
changes. All rights reserved. Trademarks are used without
guarantee that they may be used freely and primarily following
the spelling of the manufacturer. Product names are registered.
Changes to construction in the interests of constant
improvements to the product, as well as changes to the shape
and colour are reserved.
The scope of delivery may vary from product images. This
document was created with all due care. Trotec accepts no
liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or omissions.
The only party responsible for determining valid measured
results, drawing conclusions and deriving actions is the user!
Trotec accepts no claims of warranty for the correctness of the
determined measured values or measured results. Further,
Trotec accepts no liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or
damage which have been caused by utilising the determined
measured results.
© Trotec
Danger from electric current
Warns about hazards from electric current which can
lead to injuries or even death.
Danger
Warns of a hazard which can lead to personal injury.
Caution
Warns of a hazard which can lead to property damage.
The current version of the operating manual can be found at:
BE38
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Warranty and liability
The device complies with the fundamental health and safety
requirements of the applicable EU regulations and was tested at
the factory for perfect functionality multiple times.
If malfunctions occur nonetheless, please contact your dealer or
distributor.
When manufacturer's instructions or legal regulations have not
been followed, or after unauthorised changes to the device are
made, the manufacturer is not responsible for the resulting
damages. Changes to the device or unauthorised replacement
of individual parts can drastically impact the electrical safety of
this product and leads to the forfeit of the warranty. Liability
does not extend to damages to people or property caused by the
device being used other than as described in the instructions in
this operating manual. Subject to changes to technical design
and model changes as part of constant development and
product improvement without prior notice.
No liability is accepted for damages resulting from improper
use. In such a case, any warranty claims be voided also.
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Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not open the device with a tool.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see chapter
Technical data).
Residual risks
Danger
Electric shock from contact with live parts. Do not
touch any live parts. Secure neighbouring live parts by
insulating them or switching them off.
Danger
Electric shock from insufficient insulation. Check the
device for damages and proper functioning before each
use.
If you notice damages, no longer use the device.
Do not use the device when the device or your hands
are damp or wet!
Do not use the device when the battery compartment
or the housing are open.
Intended use
This device is intended for measurements in the measuring
range specified in the technical data.
Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres,
when wet or very humid.
Unauthorized modifications of the device are forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Danger from electric current
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Danger
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Danger
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Danger
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Caution
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Caution
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
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