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Overvoltage Category - Extech Instruments MultiLog ML720 User Manual

Digital multimeter with built-in datalogger

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8. Remove the battery from the meter if the meter is to be stored for
long periods.
9. To avoid electric shock, do not measure AC current on any circuit
whose voltage exceeds 500V AC.
10. Voltage checks on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading
because of the uncertainty of connection to the electrical contacts.
Other means should be used to ensure that the terminals are not
"live".
11. The product is intended only for indoor use
12. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
13. Pollution degree: 2
PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I is equipment for
connection to circuits in which measures are taken to limit the transient
overvoltages to an appropriate low level. Note – Examples include
protected electronic circuits.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy-consuming
equipment to be supplied from the fixed installation.
Note – Examples include household, office, and laboratory appliances.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III is equipment in fixed
installations.
Note – Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some
equipment for industrial use with permanent connection to the fixed
installation.
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV
Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV is for use at the origin of
the installation.
Note – Examples include electricity meters and primary over-current
protection equipment
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