Multimetrix CM600 Notice De Fonctionnement page 9

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 voltages to a low level.
E.g.: protected electronic circuits
CAT II: Power circuits for domestic appliances or similar
equipment, which may be subject to medium level temporary
excessive voltages.
E.g.: power supplies for domestic appliances and portable
power tools
CAT III: Power circuits for powerful machinery, which may be
subject to significant temporary excessive voltages.
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
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.
Never touch any metal part of the contact points with your
finger.
Check the mechanical and electrical condition of the power
cables and the contact points before taking any measurements.
Any power cables or contact points that are damaged must be
replaced immediately. Never use the instrument if it is damaged.
Never work with the instrument's rear casing open.
Never change the batteries while the power cables are
connected.
Do not use the instrument in, or expose it to, direct sunlight,
high temperatures or high levels of humidity.
Never alter the internal electronic circuits.
Do not remove the casing; only the battery compartment cover
may be opened.
Never alter the internal electronic circuits.
GENERAL SAFETY
Definition
Instrument with
double insulation
Alternating current
(AC)
Direct current (DC)
Warning! Please refer
to the operating
instructions.
Symboe
9
Definition
Earth
Fuse
CE approved
.