Safety and warnings – Velleman PCS100A pcs100 - pcs500 - k8031 User Manual
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PCS500 / PCS100 / K8031
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SAFETY and WARNINGS
Symbols displayed on the unit
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Important safety information, see user manual.
The PC scopes are optically isolated from the PC, but even then it
is advisable to measure only safe devices.
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Measurements should be avoided in case of polluted or very humid air.
One should also refrain from measuring conductors or installations that
use voltages that exceed 600Vrm s above ground level. CAT II indicates
conformity for measurements of domestic installations.
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The maximum input voltage for the connections of the unit stands at 100Vp
(AC+DC)
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Do NOT open the enclosure while performing measurements.
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Remove all test leads before opening the enclosure in order to avoid
electrical shock.
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Use a measuring probe with an insulated connector ( e.g. type
PROBE60S) when measuring voltages exceeding 30V.
Before making measurements and for safety reasons, it is important to know
some information about the measured unit.
Safe devices are:
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Battery operated equipment
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Equipment supplied via a transformer or adapter.
Unsafe devices are:
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Equipment directly connected to mains (e.g. old TV sets)
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Equipment that contains components that are d irectly connected to mains
(dimmers…).
It is advisable, when measuring on above equipment, to use a isolation
transformer.
Always be careful when measuring directly to the mains; please remember
that the ground of both channels is interconnected!
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IMPORTANT: Prior to measuring high voltages, set the probe to the X10
position.