General Instructions; Unpacking - Packing; Precautions And Safety In Measurements; Before Any Use - Metrix MX 670 Manual De Instrucciones

Thank you for purchasing this MX670 or MX675 series
multimeter clamp.
To obtain the best service from your unit:

read these operating instructions carefully,

comply with the precautions for use.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

If the device is used in a manner unspecified in these
instructions, the protection provided by the device may be
compromised.
1.1 Unpacking – Packing
All instruments are checked mechanically and electronically
before shipment. All precautions are taken to be sure you
receive an undamaged instrument. If there is damage, notify
the carrier immediately.
1.2

Precautions and safety in measurements

1.2.1

Before any use

The MX670 & MX675 are dual display multimeter clamps.
These multimeter clamps are compliant with electrical
standard IEC 61010 concerning measuring instruments. For
your own safety and to prevent any damage to your measuring
instrument, you must follow the instructions in this manual.
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This instrument can be used for measurement on
category IV electrical installations, in a degree 2 pollution
environment, indoors at an altitude lower than 2000 m
and with a voltage in relation to ground lower than or
equal to 600 V.
* Definition of installation categories
(see IEC 61010-1):
CAT I: Circuits not directly connected to network and
specially protected.
Example : protected electronic circuits
CAT II: Circuits connected directly to low-voltage
installation
Example : power supply for domestic electrical appliances
and portable tools
CAT III: Power supply circuits in the building installation
Example : Electrical panel, circuit breakers, fixed industrial
machines or devices
CAT IV: Source circuits
installation.
Example : Power feeders, counters and protection
systems
For safety reasons, you must use only measuring leads, of
voltage and category at least equal to those of the instrument
and compliant with standard IEC 61010.
Before use, always check the integrity of the instrument casing
and cable insulation.
MX670 / MX675
of building low-voltage
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