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1.3 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This instrument is compliant with safety standard IEC 61010-2-032, for voltages
up to 100 V in CAT IV or 150 V in CAT III. Failure to observe the safety instructions
may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, and destruction of the instrument and
of the installations.
■ The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand the various precautions to be taken in use. The operator and/
or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly understand
the various precautions to be taken in use. Sound knowledge and a keen
awareness of electrical hazards are essential when using this instrument.
■ If you use this instrument other than as specified, the protection it provides
may be compromised, thereby endangering you.
■ The safety of any system in which this instrument might be incorporated is the
responsibility of the integrator of the system.
■ Do not use the clamp above its rated frequency, since this might cause it to
overheat dangerously.
■ Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category
exceeds those mentioned.
■ Observe the environmental conditions of use.
■ Do not use the instrument if it seems to be damaged, incomplete, or poorly
closed.
■ Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the housing. Any
item of which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside
for repair or scrapping.
■ Before using your instrument, check that it is perfectly dry. If it is wet, it must
be thoroughly dried before it can be connected or used.
■ When handling the instrument, keep your fingers behind the physical guard.
■ Avoid impacts on the measurement head, in particular the air gap.
■ Keep the surfaces of the air gap clean; even a little dirt can cause the clamp
to malfunction.
■ Use personal protection equipment systematically.
■ All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be done by competent
accredited personnel.
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