Safety Precautions - Chauvin Arnoux C.A 6541 Manual De Instrucciones

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Meaning of the symbol
Warning ! Please refer to the User's Manual before using the instrument.
In this User's Manual, the instructions preceded by the above symbol, should they not be carried out
as shown, can result in a physical accident or dammage the instrument and the installations.
Meaning of the symbol
This device is protected by a double insulation or by a reinforced insulation. No linking is required from
the protection earth terminal to ensure the electrical security.
Meaning of the symbol
WARNING! Risk of electric shock.
The voltage of parts indicated with this symbol can be ≥ 120 V DC. For safety reasons, this symbol
lights up on the LCD screen as soon as a voltage is generated.
Thank you for purchasing a C.A 6541 or C.A 6543 megohmmeter.
To get the best service from this instrument :
I read this user's manual carefully
I respect the safety precautions detailed
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I Observe the conditions for use : temperature, humidity, altitude, pollution level and place of use.
I This instrument can be used on category III installations with voltages not exceeding 600 V in
relation to the earth. Category III meets with the severe reliability and environmental requisites
corresponding to permanent use on fixed industrial installations (see EN 61010 Ed. 95)
I Use connection accessories with overvoltage category and service voltage that are above or equal
to that of the test instrument (600 V Cat III). Only use accessories that comply with the safety
standards (EN 61010-2-032).
I Observe the correct value and type of fuse (see § 8.1.3) at risk of damaging the device and rendering
your guarantee void.
I Select the OFF position on the selector switch when the device is not in use.
I Check that none of the terminals are connected and that the selector switch is set to OFF before
opening up the instrument.
I All repairs and metrological verification procedures must be carried out by qualified personnel.
I The CA 6543 does not allow measurements to be carried out during battery charging.
I A battery charging up is indispensable before metrological tests.

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