Extech EX450 Digital-Multimeter, DMM, 2,000 counts EX450 Data Sheet

Product codes
EX450
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EX450-EU_ENG       V3.1    10/07 
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Maintenance 
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the meter from any circuit, remove the 
test leads from the input terminals, and turn OFF the meter before opening the case. Do 
not operate the meter with an open case. 
 
This MultiMeter is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following care 
instructions are performed: 
1.  KEEP THE METER DRY. If it gets wet, wipe it off. 
2.  USE AND STORE THE METER IN NORMAL TEMPERATURES. Temperature extremes 
can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts. 
3.  HANDLE THE METER GENTLY AND CAREFULLY. Dropping it can damage the 
electronic parts or the case. 
4.  KEEP THE METER CLEAN. Wipe the case occasionally with a damp cloth. DO NOT use 
chemicals, cleaning solvents, or detergents. 
5.  USE ONLY FRESH BATTERIES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE. Remove 
old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit. 
6.  IF THE METER IS TO BE STORED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME, the batteries 
should be removed to prevent damage to the unit. 
Battery Replacement 
1. 
Remove the Phillips head screw that secures the rear battery door 
2. 
Open the battery compartment 
3. 
Replace the 9V battery 
4. 
Secure the battery compartment 
 
You, as the end user, are legally bound (Battery ordinance) to return all used 
batteries and accumulators; disposal in the household garbage is prohibited! 
You can hand over your used batteries / accumulators, gratuitously, at the 
collection points for our branches in your community or wherever batteries / 
accumulators are sold! 
Disposal 
Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the 
end of its lifecycle 
 
 
 
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate the meter until the battery cover is in 
place and fastened securely. 
NOTE:: If your meter does not work properly, check the fuses and batteries to make sure that 
they are still good and that they are properly inserted.