Fluke 8050A Instruction Manual page 14

2-1. INTRODUCTION
2-2. This section describes how to set up and make
measurements with your 8050A. Even though you may
have used a multimeter before, we recommend that you
read the entire section carefully so that you can use all of
the 8050A features.
2-3. SETTING UP YOUR INSTRUMENT
2-4. Unpacking
2-5. This instrument is shipped in a special protective
container that should prevent damage to the S050A
during shipping. Check the shipping order against the
contents of the container and report any damage or short
shipment to the place of purchase or the nearest Fluke
Technical Service Center. A list of these service centers is
located in Section 5. The container should include the
following:
Section 2
Operation
be used as a prop-stand or positioned out of the way. To
position the handle, pull outward on the hubs of the
bandle and rotate the handle into position.
2-8. AC Line Voltage Requirements
2-9. AC line voltage requirements for your 8050A are
listed on a decal attached to the bottom of the instrument.
Refer to Section 4 for the procedure to change the ac line
voltage setting.
CAUTION
Do not connect the power cable to the
Instrument before verifying that the Intended
source matches the ac line configuration of
the Instrument.
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The S050A M ultimeter
Two test leads (one red and one black)
Line power cord
2-10. Fuse Replacement
2-11. There is one, user replaceable, fuse in the 8050A.
The fuse, Fl, and the fuse holder form an integral part of
the rnA input connector and can be removed without
special tools. The fuse rating is: 2A, normal blow
(recommended part AGX2).
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2-6. If reshipment of the instrument is necessary, please
use the original shipping container. If the original
container is not available, be sure that adequate
protection is provided to prevent damage during
shipment. We recommend that the instrument be
surrounded by at least three inches of shock-absorbing
material on all sides of the container.
2-7. Remove the 8050A from the container and place it
in a convenient location. To facilitate operation in
different locations, the carrying handle on the meter can
2-12. Use the following procedure to replace the fuse,
Fl:
1.
Set the POWER switch to OFF.
2. Remove the input power cord from the SOSOA.
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPLACE THE FUSE
WITH THE INSTRUMENT TURNED ON OR
CONNECTED TO LINE POWER.
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