Introduction; Contacting Fluke; Safety Information - Fluke 80 Series V Getting Started Manual

Introduction

XW Warning
Read "Safety Information" before you use the Meter.
Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in this manual
apply to Series V Models 83 and 87 multimeters (hereafter referred to as
"the Meter").
Model 87 appears in all illustrations.

Contacting Fluke

To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers:
USA: 1-888-44-FLUKE (1-888-443-5853)
Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
Europe: +31 402-675-200
Japan: +81-3-3434-0181
Singapore: +65-738-5655
Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500
USA Service: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
Or, visit Fluke's Web site at www.fluke.com.
To register your product, visit register.fluke.com

Safety Information

The Meter complies with:
EN61010-1:2001
ANSI/ISA S82.01-2004
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:2004
UL610101-1
Measurement Category III, 1000V, Pollution Degree 2
Measurement Category IV, 600V, Pollution Degree 2
In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose
hazards to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and actions that may
damage the Meter or the equipment under test.
Electrical symbols used on the Meter and in this manual are explained in
Table 1.
XWWarning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow
these guidelines:
Use this Meter only as specified in this manual or the
protection provided by the Meter might be impaired.
Do not use the Meter if it is damaged. Before you use
the Meter, inspect the case. Look for cracks or
missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the
insulation surrounding the connectors.
Make sure the battery door is closed and latched
before operating the Meter.
Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator
(M) appears.
Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the
battery door.
Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or
exposed metal. Check the test leads for continuity.
Replace damaged test leads before you use the
Meter.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked
on the Meter, between the terminals or between any
terminal and earth ground.
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