Fluke 281 Getting Started Manual page 3

Safety
This generator is a Safety Class I instrument according to IEC classification and has been designed to meet the require-
ments of EN61010-1 (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use). It is an
Installation Category II instrument intended for operation from a normal single phase supply.
This instrument has been tested in accordance with EN61010-1 and has been supplied in a safe condition. This instruction
manual contains some information and warnings which have to be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to retain
the instrument in a safe condition.
This instrument has been designed for indoor use in a Pollution Degree 2 environment in the temperature range 5 °C to
40 °C, 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing). It may occasionally be subjected to temperatures between +5 °C and -10 °C with-
out degradation of its safety. Do not operate the instrument while condensation is present.
Use of this instrument in a manner not specified by these instructions may impair the safety protection provided. Do not op-
erate the instrument outside its rated supply voltages or environmental range.
To avoid the possibility of electric shock:
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This instrument must be earthed.
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Any interruption of the mains earth conductor inside or outside the instrument will make the instrument
dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited. The protective action must not be negated by the use
of an extension cord without a protective conductor.
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When the instrument is connected to its supply, terminals may be live and opening the covers or re-
moval of parts (except those to which access can be gained by hand) is likely to expose live parts.
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