Safety Information

Use this instrument only as specified in this manual. Otherwise, the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired. Refer to the safety information in Sections 1.2.1 and 1.2.2.

The following definitions apply to the terms “Warning” and “Caution”.

• “Warning” identifies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the user.

• “Caution” identifies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument being used.

Warnings

To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines.

DO NOT operate this unit without a properly grounded, properly polarized power cord.

DO NOT connect this unit to a non-grounded, non-polarized outlet

DO NOT use this unit for any application other than calibration work.

DO NOT use this unit in environments other than those listed in the user's guide.

DO NOT use this instrument in combination with any probe to measure the temperature or resistance of any device where the probe might come in contact with a conductor that is electrically energized. Severe electric shock, personal injury, or death may occur.

If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Before initial use, or after transport, or after storage in humid or semi-humid environments, or anytime the instrument has not been energized for more than 10 days, the instrument needs to be energized for a "dry-out" period of 2 hours before it can be assumed to meet all of the safety requirements of the IEC 1010-1. If the product is wet or has been in a wet environment, take necessary measures to remove moisture prior to applying power such as storage in a low humidity temperature chamber operating at 50°C for 4 hours or more.

Follow all safety guidelines listed in this user's guide.

Calibration Equipment should only be used by Trained Personnel.

To avoid possible burn hazards, follow these guidelines.

This instrument can measure extreme temperatures. Precautions must be taken to prevent personal injury or damage to objects. Probes may be extremely hot or cold. Cautiously handle probes to prevent personal injury. Carefully place probes on a heat/cold resistant surface or rack until they reach room temperature.