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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.
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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The device is supplied with a warning sign. Prior to initial start-up,
make sure to paste the corresponding warning sign in your local
language over the one present at the rear of the device.
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Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or areas and do not
install it there.
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Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
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Do not immerse the device in water. Do not allow liquids to penetrate
into the device.
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Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
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Do not cover the device! With a higher power input the device will warm
up. Covering the device may cause overheating and consequently may
cause a fire!
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Do not open the device.
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Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the device. Keep
all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible condition.
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Check the device for potential damage before each application. Do not
use any defective devices.
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Do not connect several devices by plugging one into another.
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Only operate the device in dry surroundings.
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Please note that the device is only de-energized when the plug has
been disconnected from the mains.
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Observe the storage and operating conditions (see Technical data).
Intended use
Only use the device for measurements on circuits directly connected to the
low-voltage grid via a plug connection, e. g. household appliances, portable
electrical appliances etc., whilst adhering to the technical data.
If you are in the position as measuring instrument operator or if you have been
assigned by the measuring instrument operator to record measured values,
you shall, depending on the intended purpose, register the usage of new or
renewed measuring devices to your responsible calibration authority
within 6 hours after initial operation. For this purpose, it is best to use the
central German control platform (www.eichamt.de).
On this website, you can find the PDF information file 'Duty to give notice'
("Infoblatt Anzeigepflicht") that contains further useful information about the
procedure.
Any use other than the intended use is regarded as misuse.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
The device is not suitable for use with any type of extension cables. The
device may not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres, when wet or
very humid.
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Personnel qualification
People who use this device must:
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have read and understood the instructions, especially the Safety
chapter.
Safety signs and labels on the device
Notice
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the device.
Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the device:
For indoor use only
This symbol indicates the following:
Only use the device in dry interior spaces, not in outdoor areas.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to insufficient insulation! Check the device for
damages and proper functioning before each use.
If you detect damages, do not use the device any longer.
Do not use the device when either the device or your hands are
damp or wet!
Do not use the device when the battery compartment or the
housing is open.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids penetrating the
housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in water. Make
sure that no water or other liquids can enter the housing.
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be carried out by an
authorised specialist company!
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may use it as a
dangerous toy.
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the hands of
children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by untrained
people in an unprofessional or improper way! Observe the
personnel qualifications!
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Notice
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to extreme
temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Notice
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the device.
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