Fluke 355 Fluke 353 & 355 Users Manual - Page 11

• Do not operate the Meter around explosive gas, vapor, or dust. • When using probes, keep fingers behind the finger guards. • 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. • Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, or diodes. • Use only 6 AA/LR6 batteries, properly installed in the Meter case, to power the Meter. Clamp Meter Safety Information • To avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock and injury, replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator (B) appears. Check Meter operation on a known source before and after use. • When servicing, use only specified replacement parts. • Adhere to local and national safety codes. Individual protective equipment must be used to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed. • Do not use the Meter if the wear indicator in the jaw opening is not visible. See Figure 1. 3