SC54 - Swivel Head Clamp Meter
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1. to measure temperature Cold junction is located inside the meter and allows for extremely accurate measurements even in rapidly changing ambient temperatures going from rooftop to freezer No adapter is required See Temp Calibration section for calibration instructions Range 40 F to 2200 F 40 C to 1200 C Resolution 0 1 Accuracy 1 F 32 F to 120 F 1 C 0 C to 49 C 1 2 F 120 F to 750 F 1 1 C 49 C to 400 C 2 6 F 40 F to 32 F 2 3 C 40 C to 0 C 2 6 F 750 F to 2200 F 2 3 C 400 C to 1200 C Sensor type K type thermocouple Overload protection 30 VDC or 30VAC rms TEMP Switch to the Right repair Do not use during electrical storms e Do not apply more than rated voltages be tween input and ground e Isolate capacitors from system and discharge them safely before testing All voltage tests All voltage ranges will withstand up to 600V Do not apply more than 600VDC or AC rms Symbols used E Caution risk of electric shock A Caution refer to manual Ground E Double insulation A WARNINGS DISCONNECT AND UNPLUG TEST LEADS before opening case TEST NCV FUNCTION ON KNOWN LIVE WIRE before using DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE greater than 30VAC or 60VDC to the thermocouple or the jacks when the rotary dial is on F Use only k type thermocouples REMOVE THE THERMOCOUPLE when taking voltage measurements DISCONNECT TEST LEADS when measuring temperature DO2. 20Hz to 400Hz Accuracy 0 5 5 Minimum current range gt 5AAC at 20 to 100Hz gt 10AAC at 100 to 400Hz Resolution 0 1Hz Overload Protection 400AAC Resistance 0 Used for ohming out a motor 0 10 resolution is necessary to test the resistance between the motor poles because the values are typically very low Select MFD 0Q and press SEL button once Ranges 0 to 10000 10000 to 99990 Resolution 0 10 Overload Protection 600VDC VAC rms Accuracy 1 5 5 Continuity Use the continuity feature to test if a circuit is open or closed Use this feature to check fuses as well A steady beep and green LED indicate the circuit is good Select MFD Q and press SEL twice Range 10000 Resolution 0 10 Response time 100ms Audible beep lt 300 Overload Protection 600VDC VACrms ke Sh a Se i il Non Contact Voltage NCV Use the non contact voltage NCV feature to test if a wire is hot or not Always test on a known live source before using A red LED blinks and beeping sound is emitted at voltages gt 24VAC AC Voltage Detection Range 24VAC to 600VAC 50 60Hz Safety Features Bright LED and beeper warn you when testing voltages above 30V 2 Switch to the NCV function non contact volt age and point clamp claw towards suspected voltage source Monitor the bright LED and beeper to see if the source is hot 3 Rotate the clamp to the angle that best suits the situation 4 Tempswitch to pr
3. Fieldpiece Swivel Clamp Meter OPERATOR S MANUAL Model SC54 MAXMINHOLD Specifications Display 10000 count display with backlight Overrange OL or OL is displayed Measurement rate 2 times per second nominal Zero Automatic Operating environment 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C at lt 70 relative humidity Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C 0 to 80 RH with battery removed Accuracy Stated accuracy 73 F 9 F 23 C 5 C lt 75 RH Temperature coefficient 0 1 x specified accuracy per C 0 C to 18 C 32 F to 64 F 28 C to 50 C 82 F to 122 F APO Auto Power Off Approx 30 minutes Power Single standard 9 volt battery NEDA 1604 JIS 006P IEC 6F22 Battery life 100 hours typical alkaline Low battery indication Battery icon will be empty _ batt displays along with a continuous beep when the battery voltage drops below the operating level Meter shuts off in 5 seconds Dimensions 258 3mm H x 71 2mm W x 42 7mm D Weight Approx 278g including battery Altitude 6562 feet 2000m Overload protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms unless otherwise stated in the individual test sections Test leads Shall use UL listed test leads complied UL61010 031 rated CATIII 600V or above Quick Start 1 For electrical testing connect test leads to COM and jacks For temperature testing remove test leads and slide TEMP switch to the right 2 Rotate th
4. NOT APPLY VOLTAGE TO THE JACKS when the rotary dial is on microamps Even low voltages can cause a current overload and potentially harm the meter Temp Calibration For accuracies of 1 F calibrate to a known temperature A glass of stabilized ice water is very close to 32 F 0 C and is usually very convenient but any known temperature can be used Select the F C range Plug thermocouple to be calibrated into the K type jack Unscrew A and B and remove the battery cover Stabilize a large cup of ice water Stir the ice with the water until temperature stays at 32 F 0 C Immerse the thermocouple probe and let it stabilize Keep stirring to prevent micro environments Use a small screwdriver to adjust calibration pot C to the right of the battery as close to 32 F as you would like N w A gt va a n a Maintenance Clean the exterior with a dry cloth Do not use liquid Limited Warranty This meter is warranted against defects in material or workmanship for one year from date of purchase Fieldpiece will replace or repair the defective unit at its option subject to verification of the defect This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse neglect accident unauthorized repair alteration or unreasonable use of the instrument Any implied warranties arising from the sale of a Fieldpiece product including but not limited to implied war
5. e dial to your desired function Press SEL to cycle through the parameters within the switch position 3 Connect to test pointsand read measurement on display Certifications UL us LISTED CE N22675 C Tick N22675 54 WEEE CATIII 600V class Il and pollution degree 2 indoor use comply with CE RoHS compliant UL 61010 1 Second Edition IEC EN61010 1 IEC EN61010 2 032 EMC EN61326 1 Functions Voltage AC VAC 50Hz 400Hz Test power lines 120 220 480 test 24V going to controls and test for transformer failure Ranges 0 to 600V Resolution 0 1V Accuracy 1 0 5 dgts 50 100Hz 6 5 dgts 100 400Hz True RMS Yes Crest factor lt 3 Input impedance 1M0 ee ee ee ee ee ee eB ee eB ee ee ee ee Voltage DC VDC Select VDC to measure DC voltage Ranges 0 to600V Accuracy 1 0 5 dgts on 600V range Resolution 0 1V Input impedance 1M0 Cr ee MilliVolt DC mVDC Select the mVDC range to display measurements from any Fieldpiece accessory head See Modular Expandability section on reverse page for more details Ranges 1000mV and 10000mV Accuracy 0 5 5 dgts Resolution 0 1mV or 1mV Inputimpedance 1MQ Description Your SC54 is a swivel clamp meter specially designed for the HVACR technician The swivel on the SC54 allows you to get a good viewing angle on the display while taking amperage readings through the clamp regardless of the wire orientation The SC54 has the functio
6. eventleaving thermocouple plugged in while measuring voltage BatteryReplacement The battery must be replaced when the battery icon is empty bAtt will display with a beeping sound Meter will shut off in 5 seconds Disconnect and unplug leads turn meter off and remove battery cover Safety Information Never ground yourself when taking electrical measurements Do not touch exposed metal pipes outlets fixtures etc which might be at ground potential while taking measurements Keep your body isolated from ground by us ing dry clothing rubber shoes rubber mats or any approved insulating material e Disconnect the test leads before opening the case Inspect the test leads for damage to the insulation or exposed wire Replace if suspect Keep yourfingers behind the finger guards on the probes while taking measurements e Whendisconnecting froma circuit disconnect the RED lead first then the common BLACK lead Use one handed testing when possible Work with others e Turn off power to the circuit under test before cutting unsoldering or breaking the circuit Do not measure resistance ohms when cir cuitis powered Isolate load by disconnecting from circuit e Disconnect the meter from the circuit before turning any inductor off including motors transformers and solenoids High voltage transients can damage the meter beyond Temperature F C Plug any K type thermocouple directly into the meter
7. ns you want as an HVACR technician Get fast manual ranging performance on an easy to use auto ranging clamp meter The SC54 is compatible with Fieldpiece accessory heads allowing you to measure many parameters on the SC54 display The bright blue backlight makes it easier to use in any lighting condition True RMS helps you take more accurate voltage and amperage readings on variable frequency drives The unique temperature circuit allows the SC54 to get accurate temperature readings faster when moving from a rooftop to a freezer The easily accessible field calibration allows you to calibrate the temperature on your SC54 without hassle Controls Rotate dial to the function you want to use Cycle through parameters or ranges within a dial position Press to illuminate backlight for 3 min Press to freeze maximum or minimum reading OR RORO Press to freeze the reading MicroAmps DC pADC Microamps for flame rectifier diode test on a heater control Connect leads between flame sensor probe and control module and turn heating unit on to read pA measurement When the flame is on there should be a measurable pADC signal typically under 10HADC Compare measurement to manufacture s specification to determine if replacement is necessary Ranges 1000A Resolution 0 1pA Accuracy 1 0 5 dgts Voltage burden 1V Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Frequency Hz Through Leads Check variable frequenc
8. ranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the above Fieldpiece 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 of such damage expenses or economic loss State laws vary The above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Modular Expandability Your Swivel Clamp Meter is compatible with all Fieldpiece Accessory Heads With Fieldpiece Accessory Heads you can measure any available parameter and read the measurement on your meter s display in real time Just set the range to mVDC Pressing SEL changes the mV range Remove the probe tips of your test leads and connect your accessory head model AAV3 shown Visit www fieldpiece com to see all of the different accessory heads that Fieldpiece offers Obtaining Service Call Fieldpiece Instruments for one price fix all out of warranty service pricing Send check or money order for the amount quoted Send the meter freight prepaid to Fieldpiece Instruments Send proof of date and location of purchase for in warranty service The meter will be repaired or replaced at the option of Fieldpiece and returned via least cost transportation Fieldpiece Designed in USA MADE IN TAIWAN www fieldpiece com Fieldpiece Instruments Inc 2012 v04
9. y drives Check incoming voltages to ensure they are cycling at 60Hz or desired frequency Select VAC Hz and press SEL button Ranges 20 to 400Hz Resolution 0 1Hz Accuracy 0 5 5 Sensitivity 5V rms on VAC range ee Capacitance MFD Capacitors are one of the most failure prone components in a HVAC R system Set to MFD Q to test motor start and run capacitors Discharge the capacitor and disconnect from power and resistors between terminals before testing Ranges 0 to 1000uF Resolution 0 1pF Accuracy 5 15 dgts Overload Protection 600VDC or 600VAC rms Display mm APO Battery Life Indicator Auto Power Off Enabled High Voltage Warning 30V Manual Ranging HOLD Data Hold Mode 3 F FnDI Maximum Reading Minimum Reading Continuity Test Frequency Test hertz Resistance Test ohms Capacitance Test farads Micro Unit 10 one millionth Milli Unit 10 3 one thousandth ou odoc Ga s Gee DD a Gee a Gee MAXMINHOLD APO QHZ pFA mV mi F C DCAC Discharge Cap First Amps AC AAC TrueRMS 50 60Hz Test any isolated power line Select AAC Hz dial position Ranges 0 to 400AAC Resolution 0 1A Crest factor lt 3 Accuracy 2 0 5dgts 50 60Hz Jaw Opening 1 2in 30 mm Overload Protection 400AAC Frequency Hz Through Clamp Measure frequency without using test leads just use the clamp Turn dial to AAC Hz and press SEL Clamp Hz will be displayed Range
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