Introduction; Safety Considerations - Fluke 8508A Service Manual

Introduction

The Fluke 8508A Reference Multimeter (hereafter "the Multimeter") is designed for the
most demanding measurement applications and provides extremely high measurement
precision in both stand-alone and systems applications.
This Service Manual provides the information necessary to maintain the Multimeter at a
module (or board) level. A brief description of the information contained in the various
chapters follows:
Chapter 1 Introduction and Specification provides a brief description of the product,
safety information regarding the product and its use, and a complete set of detailed
specifications.
Chapter 2 Theory of Operation provides an overall functional description of the internal
workings of the Multimeter. The intent of the theory is to aid in locating and isolating a
faulty PCA.
Chapter 3 Calibration and Verification provides a thorough and complete description of
both the Verification and the Calibration procedures for the Multimeter.
Chapter 4 Maintenance provides detailed descriptions of how to disassemble the
Multimeter to the PCA level. The purpose of the descriptions is to assist with equipment
repairs at the PCA level.
Chapter 5 List of Replaceable Parts provides all of the information required to identify
and order replacement parts for repairing the Multimenter at the PCA level.
To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read
the information under Safety Considerations before attempting
to install, use, or service the Multimeter.

Safety Considerations

This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with the European standard
publication EN61010-1: 2001 and U.S. / Canadian standard publications UL 61010-1A1
and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1. The instrument has been supplied in a safe condition.
This manual contains information and warnings that must be observed to keep the
instrument in a safe condition and ensure safe operation.
Using or servicing this Multimeter in conditions other than as specified in the Service
Manual could compromise your safety.
To use the Multimeter correctly and safely, read and adhere to the precautions on the
Safety Page and follow all the safety instructions or warnings given throughout this
manual and the Users Manual that relate to specific measurement functions. In addition,
follow all generally accepted safety practices and procedures required when working with
and around electricity.
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Introduction and Specifications

Introduction

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