5. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read through the operating instructions before using the product for the first time; they
contain important information on proper operation.
The guarantee will be void if damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance with these operat-
ing instructions! We assume no liability for any consequential damage!
We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by improper use or non-
compliance with the safety instructions! In such cases the warranty/guarantee is voided.
This device left the factory in perfect condition in terms of safety. To maintain this status and to ensure risk-free
operation, the user must comply with the safety instructions and warnings in these operating instructions.
The following symbols must be observed:
An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important information in these operating instructions that has
to be observed.
A lightning symbol in a triangle warns of danger of an electric shock or of the impairment of the electrical
safety of the device.
The arrow symbol informs you that there are special tips and hints concerning the operation.
This product has been CE certified and meets the required European guidelines.
Protection class II (double or reinforced insulation)
CAT II
Measurement category II for measurements on electric and electronic devices connected to the mains sup-
ply. This category also covers all smaller categories (e.g. CAT I for measuring signal and control voltages).
CAT III
Measurement category III for measuring building wiring installation (e.g. outlets or sub-distributions). This
category also covers all smaller categories (e.g. CAT II for measuring electronic devices).
Earth potential
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