Calibration Enable Switch; System Use; Safety Considerations And Symbols; General Safety Summary - Fluke 8508A User Manual

Calibration Enable Switch

This two-position switch on the rear panel protects the instrument calibration
memory.
The instrument was initially calibrated at the factory and the switch covered
with a calibration sticker, so the sticker and the switch should remain as
delivered, until immediate recalibration is intended.
If the calibration menu is selected while the calibration switch is not in the
enabled position, the menu is replaced by the warning message:
CALIBRATION DISABLED

System Use

The Multimeter is designed as standard to form part of a system, conforming to IEEE
488.2 Standard Digital Interface. The Device Documentation Requirements of this
standard are provided in Chapter 4.

Safety Considerations and Symbols

This sections addresses safety considerations and describes symbols that appear on the
Multimeter.
A statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or
 Warning
death.
A statement identifies conditions or practices that could result in damage to
 Caution
the Multimeter or equipment to which it is connected.
This instrument can deliver a lethal electric shock.
To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read the
information under Safety Considerations before attempting to install,
use, or service the Multimeter.

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 61010-1:2004 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1-04. 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 Users
Manual could compromise your safety.
To use the 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 that relate to specific measurement functions. In addition, follow all generally
accepted safety practices and procedures required when working with and around
electricity.
Warning
Introduction and Safety Information

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