About This Manual; Safety Information; General Safety Summary - Fluke 8808A User Manual

8808A
Users Manual

About this Manual

This manual contains all the information a new user will need to operate the Meter
effectively. This manual is divided into the following chapters:
Chapter 1, "Introduction and Specifications," provides information on how safely to
use the Meter, and standard and optional accessories and specifications.
Chapter 2, "Preparing the Meter for Operation," provides information on setting the
Meter's line voltage, connecting it to a power source, and turning the Meter on.
Chapter 3, "Operating the Meter from the Front Panel," provides detailed information
on using the Meter from the front panel.
Chapter 4, "Applications," provides detailed information on using the Meter to make
electrical measurements.
Chapter 5, "Operating the Meter using the Computer Interface," describes how to set
up, configure, and operate the Meter via the RS-232 computer interface on the
Meter's rear panel.
Appendices

Safety Information

This section addresses safety considerations and describes symbols that may appear on
the Meter or in the manual.
A Warning statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or
death. A Caution statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage
to the Meter or equipment to which it is connected.
To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read
the information in Table 1-1, "Safety Information," before
attempting to install, use or service the Meter.

General Safety Summary

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-
1:2004and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1:2004. The Meter 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.
To use the Meter correctly and safely, read and follow the precautions in Table 1-1 and
follow all the safety instructions or warnings given throughout this 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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