Safety Warnings And Precautions - CEN-TECH 32418 Operating Instructions Manual

WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this tester!
If all warnings and safety precautions in this manual are not followed
completely, the protection provided by this product will be reduced.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious personal injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in a minor/moderate personal injury or damage to this tool or the unit
being tested by it.
1. Avoid working alone. If an accident happens, an assistant can bring help.
2. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
3. Avoid electrical shock. Use extreme caution when working around uninsulated
conductors or bus bars. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges, and cabinet enclosures when testing voltages.
4. Avoid damaging meter. Use only as specified in this manual.
5. Observe work area conditions. Do not test circuits in damp or wet locations.
Don't expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
6. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not
let them handle machines, tools, or extensions cords.
7. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
8. Dress properly. Do not wear jewelry as an accidental brush may cause a short
circuit causing electric shock or severe burns. Protective, electrically noncon-
ductive clothes and nonskid rubber-soled footwear are recommended when
working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
9. Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles.
10. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach
over or across electrical cables or frames.
11. Maintain tools with care. Ensure multimeter has a fresh battery. Inspect tool
cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized techni-
cian.
12. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any
tool when you are tired.
SKU 32418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

On this sheet, and in the included manual:
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