Instructions

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GMC-I Messtechnik GmbH 9
Safety Precautions
Maximum allowable voltage between the voltage measuring
terminals, and between all connections and earth is 1000 V for
measuring category III, or 600 V for measuring category IV.
The METRAHIT E
SPECIAL variant is an exception.
Be prepared for the occurrence of unexpected voltages at
devices under test (e.g. defective devices). For example,
capacitors may be dangerously charged.
Make certain that the measurement cables are in flawless
condition, e.g. no damage to insulation, no interruptions in
cables or plugs etc.
No measurements may be made with this instrument in
electrical circuits with corona discharge (high-voltage).
Special care is required when measurements are made in HF
electrical circuits. Dangerous pulsating voltages may be pres-
ent.
Measurements under moist ambient conditions are not
permitted.
Be absolutely certain that the measuring ranges are not
overloaded beyond their allowable capacities. Limit values are
included in chapter 8, “Technical Data”, in the table entitled
“Measuring Functions and Measuring Ranges” in the “Over-
load Capacity” column.
The multimeter may only be operated with installed batteries or
rechargeable batteries. Dangerous currents and voltages are
otherwise not indicated, and the instrument may be damaged.
The instrument may not be operated if the fuse cover or the
battery compartment lid has been removed, or if its housing is
open.
The input for the current measuring range is equipped with a
fuse link (exception: METRAHIT E
SPECIAL and METRAHIT EBASE).
Maximum permissible voltage for the measuring circuit (= rated
voltage of the fuse) is 1000 V AC/DC.
Use specified fuses only (see page 60)! The fuse must have a
breaking capacity of at least 30 kA.