Fluke 88 V User Manual page 12

Model 88 V
Users Manual
XWWarning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal
injury, follow these guidelines:
Use this Meter only as specified in this
manual or the protection provided by the
Meter might be impaired.
Do not use the Meter if it is damaged.
Before you use the Meter, inspect the
case. Look for cracks or missing plastic.
Pay particular attention to the insulation
surrounding the connectors.
Make sure the battery door is closed and
latched before operating the Meter.
Replace the battery as soon as the
battery indicator (M) appears.
Remove test leads from the Meter before
opening the battery door.
Inspect the test leads for damaged
insulation or exposed metal. Check the
test leads for continuity. Replace
damaged test leads before you use the
Meter.
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Do not apply more than the rated voltage,
as marked on the Meter, between the
terminals or between any terminal and
earth ground.
Never operate the Meter with the cover
removed or the case open.
Use caution when working with voltages
above 30 V ac, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc.
These voltages pose a shock hazard.
Use only the replacement fuses specified
by the manual.
Use the proper terminals, function, and
range for measurements.
Avoid working alone.
When measuring current, turn off circuit
power before connecting the Meter in the
circuit. Remember to place the Meter in
series with the circuit.
When making electrical connections,
connect the common test lead before
connecting the live test lead; when
disconnecting, disconnect the live test
lead before disconnecting the common
test lead.
Do not use the Meter if it operates
abnormally. Protection may be impaired.
When in doubt, have the Meter serviced.