Solar Power Clamp Manual
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1. 10dgt Harmonic distortion measurement Harmonic order Range Accuracy HO1 H12 H12 5 10dgt 5 10dgt 99 9 H13 H25 10 10dgt Overload protection 1000 Vms 600 Ams If ACV lt 10Vrms or ACA lt 10Arms it will display rdy If the fundamental frequency out of range 45 65Hz it will display out F 26 6 Inrush Current Fant Range Acre 99 99A 2 5 0 2A ACA 599 9A 2 5 5dgt Overload protection 1000 Vim 600 Ams Accuracy defined for Sine wave ACA 10Arms Freq 50 60Hz Integration time about 100m sec 7 Active Power Watt DC AC Function Range Accuracy 9 999 kW ACW DCW 99 99 kW A errorxV reading V errorxA reading 599 9kW The measured value lt 1 000kW gt add 10 dgt to the accuracy Overload protection 1000 Vms 600 Ams Accuracy defined for ACW Sine wave ACV 2 10 Vrms ACA 5 Arms Freq 50 60Hz PF 1 00 DCW DCV 10V DCA 5A 8 Power Factor Function Range Accuracy PF 4 00 0 00 1 00 3 1dgt Overload protection 1000 Vms 600 Ams 2l 9 Resistance amp Continuity amp Diode Function Range Accuracy 999 9 Q 1 0 5dgt ae 1 0 3dgt 99 99 kQ Continuity 999 9 0 1 0 5dgt 0 40 0 80V 0 1V Overload protection 1000V ms Max Test Current Approx 0 5mA Maximum Open Circuit Voltage for Q Approximate 3V Maximum Open2. 460V 280A 2 690V 420A AC DC Vrms Accuracy same as ACV spec DCV spec 24 2 Current meen ee f ne 99 99A 1 5 0 2A 599 9A 1 5 5dgt 0 10A 99 99A 50 60Hz 1 5 5dgt 599 9A gt 60 400Hz 2 5dgt foe 0 10A 99 99A 59 60Hz 1 5 5dgt The measured value lt 1000dgt add 5 dgt to the accuracy Overload protection 600A Position Error 1 of reading AC Conversion Type and additional accuracy is same as AC Voltage AC DC Arms Accuracy Same as ACA spec DCA spec DCA affected by the temperature and the residual magnetism Press HOLD key gt 2sec to compensate it 3 Peak Hold Peak MAX Peak MIN 140 0V 3 0 15dgt 1400V 140 0A 3 0 15dgt 850A Overload protection 1000 Vim 600 Ams Accuracy defined for Sine wave ACV gt 5Vrms ACA 5Arms Freg 50 400Hz Only suitable for the repetitive events 25 4 Freguency Function Range Accuracy 20 00 99 99Hz Frequency 20 0 999 9Hz 0 999 9Hz 0 5 3dgt emer 020 9 999KHz Overload protection 1000 Vms 600 Ams Sensitivity 10 100Vrms for AC 100V range 10 100Arms for AC 100A range gt 400Hz Unspecified 100 1000Vrms for AC 1000V range 100 600 1000Arms for AC 600A 1000A range gt 400Hz Unspecified Reading will be 0 0 for signals below 10 0 Hz 5 Total Harmonic Distortion tanetan pango Aero ACA ACV 99 9 3 0
3. 7 Step 4 If it displays L2 then BUZZER will be sound for twice Please switch the Red test lead to connect to the supposed phase Line 2 immediately before the L2 is disappeared Step 5 When L2 is disappeared it will display the testing result a If it displays 1 2 3 then the phase sequence is forward sequence which means the supposed phase Line 1 is ahead of the supposed phase Line 2 b If it displays 3 2 1 then the phase sequence is reversed sequence which means the supposed phase Line 2 is ahead of the supposed phase Line 1 c Display means it is unable to judge d If displays LoU it is possible that you remove the test leads before completing the whole testing procedures Step 6 To repeat the test using the Navigator key to choose the RST mode again OHM Measurment A CAUTION To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the eguipment under test disconnect circuit power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before measuring resistance and diode Note Select Q or indicator then press the navigator key to enter the D y mode Select Q or indicator then press the navigator key for more than 2sec to return to the AUTO SENSE mode Note Under diode mode LCD displays bad when measuring a diode conducted at forward and reverse bias Measuring Capacitance Set the rotary s
4. Circuit Voltage for diode Approximate 1 8V Continuity Threshold 300 Beep On gt 1000 Beep OFF Continuity Indicator 2 KHz Tone Buzzer Continuity response time lt 100ms 10 Capacitance Function Range Accuracy 3 999 uF F Capacitance Eaa 1 9 8dgt 399 9 uF 3999 uF Overload protection 1000 Vms 28 Limited Warranty This Meter is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase During this warranty period manufacturer will at its option replace or repair the defective unit subject to verification of the defect or malfunction This warranty does not cover fuses disposable batteries or damage from abuse neglect accident unauthorized repair alteration contamination or abnormal conditions of operation or handling Any implied warranties arising out of the sale of this product including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the above The manufacturer shall not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages expenses or economic loss or for any claim or claims for such damage expense or economic loss Some states or countries laws vary so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you 29 Seaward Electronic Ltd 15 18 Bracken Hill South West Industrial Estate Peterlee Coun
5. I CAT Application field I The circuits not connected to mains The circuits not connectedtomains circuits not connected to mains Ea The circuits directly connected to Low voltage installation Ea The building installation The source of the Low voltage installation Operating altitude 2000m 6562 ft Conductor Size 37mm diameter Pollution degree 2 EMC EN 61326 1 Shock vibration Sinusoidal vibration per MIL T 28800E 5 55 Hz 3g maximum Drop Protection 4 feet drop to hardwood on concrete floor 23 Electrical Specifications Accuracy is reading number of digits at 23 C 5 C lt 80 RH 1 Voltage Range Accuracy 99 99V 0 7 2dgt 999 9V seer 99V 1 0 5dgt 999 9V 9V je 500Hz NT 99V 50 60Hz 1 5dgt 999 9V 9V gt 60 400Hz 5 5dgt DCV lt 1000dgt add 6 dgt to the accuracy ACV lt 1000dgt add 3 dgt to the accuracy Overload protection 1000V ms Input Impedance 3 5MO lt 100pF AC Conversion Type AC Conversions are ac coupled true RMS responding calibrated to the RMS value of a sine wave input Accuracies are given for sine wave at full scale and non sine wave below half scale For non sine wave 50 60Hz add the following Crest Factor corrections For Crest Factor of 1 4 to 2 0 add 1 0 to accuracy For Crest Factor of 2 0 to 2 5 add 2 5 to accuracy For Crest Factor of 2 5 to 3 0 add 4 0 to accuracy CF 3
6. Solar b HOLD 4 6 AUTO SENSE ZERO INRUSH AC DC PEAK MAX MIN AVG LPF lt p gt ah apap _ IEA Pe eo me ae o at Tkw AH ui ITIN kOHz IL l iimw THDPF Ctrsiy F Hz III Man DC AC DC E MAXMIN LPF RANGE INI 4 FROM SEAWARD A Read First A Safety Information Understand and follow operating instructions carefully Use the meter only as specified in this manual otherwise the protection provided by the meter may be impaired A WARNING Identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause BODILY HARM or DEATH A CAUTION Identifies conditions and actions that could DAMAGE the meter or equipment under test A WARNING When using test leads or probes keep your fingers behind the finger guards Remove test lead from Meter before opening the battery door or Meter case Use the Meter only as specified in this manual or the protec tion by the Meter might be impaired Always use proper terminals switch position and range for measurements Verify the Meter s operation by measuring a known voltage If in doubt have the Meter serviced Do not apply more than the rated voltage as marked on Meter between terminals or between any terminal and earth ground Use caution with voltages above 30 Vac rms 42 Vac peak or 60 Vdc These voltages pose a shock hazard To avoid false readings that can lead to electric
7. e is connected to meter Don t clamp on any conductor while the meter power on Torch lightening when clamping AUTO SENSE mode Display measurement result at AC only with RMS value or DC value it depends on whichever is greater AC mode AC only with RMS value DC mode DC value AC DC mode AC DC RMS value Note Select AC DC or AC DC indicator then press the navigator key to enter the AC DC AC DC mode Select AC DC or AC DC indicator then press the navigator key for more than 2sec to return to the AUTO SENSE mode PEAK HOLD Aw AC mode only 1 In ACV mode select Aw indicator on the display to enter PEAK HOLD mode To guit from PEAK HOLD mode press the navigator key for more than 2sec 2 In ACA mode select Up indicator then press the navigator key for more than 2sec to enter PEAK HOLD Ie mode To quit from PEAK HOLD w mode just press the navigator key for more than 2sec to return to the Ww indicator Nn Pye ENTER In PEAK HOLD mode the meter is activated to save the posi tive peak value and negative peak value Positive peak value is displayed in PEAK MAX mode Negative peak value is dis played in PEAK MIN mode Inrush current wi AC mode only If the under testing Inrush current could be bigger than 100A ac please select the range to 600A in advance before activating inrush current 30 0A 10 0A 0 0A al Time Mot
8. he individual harmonic mode To quit from the individual harmonic mode press the navigator key for more than 2sec Hn RMS of Individual Harmonic RMS of fundamental x100 T na l gt 2SEC joy ou RIGHTWARD L a Hui LEFTWARD RIGHTWARD gt qui LEFTWARD LPF AC mode only Select the LPF indicator then press the navigator key to eliminate high freguency noise NOTE Peak Hold Inrush THD HZ individual Harmonic and LPF mode are only available in AC mode Measuring Active power W Power factor PF 1 Single Phase Power Measurement Step1 Set the rotary switch to the W position Step2 Connect the Red test lead to the L and the Black test lead to the N Step3 Press the trigger to open the transformer jaws and clamp one conductor only make sure that the jaw is firmly closed around the conductor Step4 Using the Navigator key to choose the W PF mode NOTE The symbol on the jaw must face on the power source side In AutoSense mode The meter will displays ACW DCW depends on if there has AC frequency been detected Active power sign No sign Indicates the power flows from the power source to the load sign Indicates the power flows from the load to the power source 13 Power factor sign No sign The phase of the current signal is lagging behind the voltage signal inducti
9. ing should only be performed by qualified personnel Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a dry cloth and detergent Do not use abrasives or solvents Feature 10000 Count digital display Active Backlit Large scale display VoltSense None Contact Voltage Analog Bar graph True RMS reading on AC and AC DC mode Torch lightening when clamping Auto AC DC 600 Amps capability and selection Auto AC DC 1000 Volts capability and selection Auto Ohms Continuity Diode selection 100K Resistance capability Continuity Beeper Frequency Counter Power and Power factor measurement Total Harmonics distortion and Harmonics 1 to 25 Capacitance capability Inrush Current DCA Auto Zeroing Key Peak Hold MIN MAX HOLD Smart Data Hold Phase rotation indication Low pass Filter Auto Power Off CAT IV 600V CAT II 1000V Safety Standard Unpacking and Inspection Upon removing your new Power Clamp Meter from its packing you should have the following items 1 APPA 130 Series Power Clamp Meter 2 Test leads set one black one red 3 4 5 User Manual Carrying case Battery Installed HoldIDCA Zero Key 4 O Rotary Switch A Display __ Navigator Key o OLI Input 9 Common Input Power On Off Power on After idle 15 min The meter can work again by turning it on from the OFF position Auto Po
10. or Trigger Motor Off Point On Watting Tigger HW up Hui DCA ZERO Remove the jaw out of the conductor Press HOLD Key gt 2 Sec to compensate the residual magnetism HOLD 2 Sec DCA Zero is only available in Auto Sense DC and AC DC mode Measuring Frequency AC mode only Select the Hz indicator then press the navigator key to enter exit the frequency measurement mode MAX MIN AVG Select the MAX MIN indicator then press the navigator key to enter the MAX MIN AVG mode To quit from the MAX MIN AVG mode press the navigator key for more than 2sec The MAX MIN AVG mode records the minimum and maximum input values When the inputs go below the record minimum value or above the record maximum value the meter records the new value The MAX MIN AVG mode can also calculate the average of the maximum value and the minimum value MAXMIN gt 2sec MAXMIN NOTE Press HOLD key in MAX MIN mode to make the meter stop updating the maximum and minimum value When the HOLD mode is nested in MAX MIN mode the HOLD mode must be released before the MAX MIN mode Li THD Measurement AC mode only Select the THD indicator then press the navigator key to enter the THD mode THD F RMS of Harmonics RMS of fundamental x100 harmonics up to the 25 gt Hui TH D Individual Harmonic Measurement AC mode only Select the MI indicator then press the navigator key to enter t
11. shock and injury replace battery as soon as low battery indicator Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before testing resistance continuity diodes or capacitance Do not use Meter around explosive gas or vapor To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture KN PA C G N V U A CAUTION e Disconnect the test leads from the test points before chang ing the position of the function rotary switch e Never connect a source of voltage with the function rotary switch in Q 4 position e Do not expose Meter to extremes in temperature or high humidity e Never set the meter in Q 4 function to measure the voltage of a power supply circuit in equipment that could result in damage the meter and the equipment under test Symbols as marked on the Meter and Instruction manual Risk of electric shock See instruction card _ DC measurement SSS O El Equipment protected by double or reinforced insulation Battery Conforms to EU directives Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted Do not discard this product or throw away Unsafe Voltage To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous voltage when the Tester detects a voltage 30 V or a voltage overload OL in V The 4 symbol is displayed Maintenance Do not attempt to repair this Meter It contains no userservice able parts Repair or servic
12. tward of Navigator key Disable active backlight HOLD KEY Display all LCD symbols approx 10sec Battery State display User can know the battery state from the battery indicator The battery is full charged TE The battery is remained 2 3 power Pe The battery is remained 1 3 power Replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator appears to avoid inaccurate reading Battery Replacement A Caution Remove test leads from Meter before opening the battery cover or Meter case 22 Specifications General Specifications Display count 10000 or 4000 Measuring rate 3 times sec Overrange display OL or OL Auto Power Off Approx 15 minutes Low battery indicator 0 is displayed Replace the battery when the indicator J appears in the display Power requirement 9V battery Battery life ALKALINE 9V 50 hours without Backlight Dimensions 87 5mm W x 242mm L x 50 5mm D Weight approx 435g with battery Environmental Conditions Indoor Use Calibration One year calibration cycle Operating temperature 0 C 10 C 10 C 30 C 80 RH 30 C 40 C 75 RH 40 C 50 C S45 RH Storage temperature 10 to 50 C for current 20 to 60 C for other function 0 to 80 RH batteries not fitted Temperature coefficient 0 2 x Specified accuracy C lt 18 C gt 28 C Over voltage category IEC 61010 1 600V CAT IV 1000V CAT I
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14. ve load sign The phase of the current signal is leading the voltage signal capacitive load Overrange display OL U Voltage overload OL A Current overload OL UA Both Voltage and current overload OL kW Active Power gt 600 kW or lt 600 kW 14 2 1 hree Phase Power Measurement A 3 phase 3 wire balanced unbalanced Step1 Set the rotary switch to the W position Step2 Using the Navigator key to choose the W mode Wye or star Black 15 b 3 phase 4 wire balanced unbalanced Step1 Set the rotary switch to the W position Step2 Using the Navigator key to choose the W mode W W1 W2 W3 16 Phase Rotation NOTE Connect the supposed three phase of power source as shown above The test is only available while the system freguency is stable Step 1 Set the rotary switch to the W position Step 2 Using the Navigator key to choose the RST mode Step 3 Connect the Red test lead to the supposed phase Line 1 and the Black test lead to the supposed phase Line 3 a if volt gt 1000V it will display OLU and flash if volt lt 30V it will display LoU b If the frequency gt 65Hz or lt 45Hz it will display outF and flash c If it is normal then it will display L1 and flash for about 3 Sec 1
15. wer Off APO disable Press Downward of Navigator key while tuning meter on from OFF position Navigator KEY LEFT ENTER RIGHT DOWN The Navigator Key has 5 directions of switch on the display toggle the navigator key to select the desired feature to activate the feature by a simple click Making Basic Measurements Preparation and Caution Before Measurement A Observe the rules of A Warnings and A Cautions The figures on the following pages show how to make basic measurements When connecting the test leads to the DUT Device Under Test connect the common test lead before connecting the live lead when removing the test leads remove the test live lead before removing the common test lead Measuring Voltage AUTO SENSE DC Ar Kn A Warning To avoid electrical shock hazard or damage to meter do not attempt to measurement that might exceed 1000 V DC or AC RMS Do not apply more then 1000 V DC or AC RMS between the comment input terminal and earth ground Note If the measured voltage is greater than 30 V DC or AC RMS the display will show the 4 symbol Measuring Current A CAT IV 600V CAT 1000V with respect to earth for the jaw Tactile Barrier for hand guard A Do not hold the meter across the Tactile Barrier 1 D 0 A Caution Please do not measure current from clamp jaw when tempera ture prob
16. witch to the 4e position Capcitance 19 A CAUTION To avoid possible damage to the meter or to the eguipment under test disconnect circuit power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before measuring capacitance Use the DC voltage function to confirm that the capacitor discharged Note The meter will display diSC while discharging the capacitor Other Function AUTO MANUAL RANGE Select the RANGE indicator then press the navigator key to enter the manual range mode To return to the auto range mode press the navigator key for more than 2sec Auto Range mode Manual Range mode 20 HOLD Key Press HOLD key to freeze display value Press Hold key SMART HOLD The meter will beep continuously and the display will flash if the measured signal is larger than the display reading for V A W function VoltSense The red diamond shape of LED will Illuminate If there has electric field been detected form the jaw A Caution The light indicator turns on while the clamp tips are close to a electric field If no indication voltage could still be present 21 Buzzer The Meter beeps once for every valid key press and beeps twice for every invalid key press Power up options Press one of the following keys while tuning meter on from OFF position Upward of Navigator key Display of the software version Downward of Navigator key Disable auto power off Lef
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