Introduction - AEMC MR417 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing an AEMC
MR527. For best results from your instrument and for your safety, please read the
following operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use.
This instrument is compliant with the IEC 61010-2-032 safety standards for voltages of
300 V in measurement Category IV or 600 V in Category III.
Symbols
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Whenever this symbol is
present, the operator must refer to the user manual before operation
Application or withdrawal authorized on conductors carrying dangerous voltages.
Type A current sensor as per IEC 61010-2-032
Signifies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced insulation
Battery
USB Socket
Indicates important information to acknowledge.
Direction of the current
The product has been declared recyclable
This product complies with the Low Voltage & Electromagnetic Compatibility
European directives (73/23/CEE & 89/336/CEE)
In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection system for
recycling electrical and electronic components in accordance with directive WEEE
2002/96/EC
Definition of Measurement Categories (CAT)
CAT IV corresponds to measurements performed at the primary electrical
supply (< 1000 V).
Example: primary overcurrent protection devices, ripple control units, and
meters.
CAT III corresponds to measurements performed in the building installation at
the distribution level.
Example: hardwired equipment in fixed installation and circuit breakers.
CAT II corresponds to measurements performed on circuits directly connected
to the electrical distribution system.
Example: measurements on household appliances and portable tools.
AC/DC Current Probes MR417 & MR527

1. INTRODUCTION

Instruments Current Probe Model MR417 or
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