Fluke 179 User Manual
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Warning. Read before using the Meter:
To avoid possible electrical shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines:
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Use the Meter only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the Meter might be impaired.
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Do not use the Meter or test leads if they appear damaged, or if the Meter is not operating properly. If in doubt, have the
Meter serviced.
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Always use the proper terminals, switch position, and range for measurements.
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Verify the Meter's operation by measuring a known voltage.
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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.
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Use caution with voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock hazard.
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Replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator (
b
) appears.
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Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or
capacitance.
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Do not use the Meter around explosive gas or vapor.
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When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards.
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Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the Meter case or battery door.
Symbols
B
AC (Alternating Current)
I
Fuse
F
DC (Direct Current)
P
Conforms to European Union directives
F
B
DC/AC
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Canadian Standards Association
J
Earth ground
T
Double insulated
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Important Information; see manual
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Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Meter in accordance with IEC 61010-1. 54CJ
b
Battery (Low battery when shown on
display.)
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Conforms to relevant Australian standards
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Inspected and licensed by TÜV
(Technischer Überwachungs Verein)
Product Services
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VDE (Verband Deutscher Electroniker)