CLAMP MULTIMETER E N G L I S H User Manual
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1. u u 4 1 4 Ordering Information 4 1 4 1 Accessories and Replacement Parts 4 PRODUCT FEATURES 5 2 44 Description aaah eb tei ge bee ee DEEP npe 5 2 2 Model F01 Control FUNCtIons i 6 2 3 Rotary Switch 6 2 4 Hold Button Primary Functions 7 2 5 Hold Button Secondary Functions with rotary switch 7 2 5 1 Disable Auto Off Function 7 2 5 2 Activate The V Live Function 7 2 5 3 Displaying The Internal Software Version 7 2 6 Liquid Crystal Display sees eee eee 8 2 6 1 Digital Display uu u u uuu aa u em 8 2 6 2 Symbol Display sese 8 2 77 BUZZGr 3 edi tet cte teet ce Horae a 9 SPECIFICATI0NS 10 3 1 Reference Conditions u nne 10 3 2 Electrical Specifications 10 IAV Voltage V ide eem tere Pee tec e ee vet 10 3 2 2 Audio Continuity Resistance Measurement 2 10 3 2 3 C rrent eed etie gd e di ice 11 3 3 Mechanical Specifications2. 11 3 4 Safety Specifications 12 3 5 Variations in Operating 13 3 6 Typical Frequency Response 14 4 OPERATION 15 4 1 Voltage Measurement VE 15 4 2 Audio Continuity Test and Resistance Measurement 15 4 5 Current Measurements 16 5 MAINTENANCIE 17 5 1 Changing the Battery 17 0 2 IEA eee RETE ERA 17 5 39 Storage sce ben testes ae titus 17 2 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION A Warning AN Never use on circuits with a voltage higher than 600V and an overvoltage category higher than Cat Ill Use in inside environments with Pollution Degree 2 Temperature 0 C to 50 C 70 RH Only use accessories compliant with safety standards NF EN 61010 2 031 600V min and overvoltage Cat III Never open the clamp before disconnecting all power sources Never connect to the circuit to be measured if the clamp is not properly closed Before any measurement check the proper positioning of the cables and switch When measuring current check for proper alignment of the con ductor
3. CLAMP MULTIMETER F 0 A soovcarm 400A gt CHAUVIN acams 05007 Roter FOT 600 600V CAT III 4 T 33 ENGLISH User Manual AEMG Statement of Compliance Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMCS Instruments certifies that this instrument has been calibrated using standards and instruments traceable to international standards We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument has met its published specifications An NIST traceable certificate may be requested at the time of purchase or obtained by returning the instrument to our repair and calibration facility for a nominal charge The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer For recalibration please use our calibration services Refer to our repair and calibration section at www aemc com Serial Catalog 2129 51 Model 4 F01 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated Date Received Date Calibration Due Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments INSTRUMENTS www aemc com ceo Table of Contents 1 INTR0DUCTI0N N 3 1 1 International Electrical SymbolS i 3 1 2 Definition of Measurement Categories 4 1 3 Receiving Your Shipment
4. 1 Specified limits 2 3 4 5 Error measurement 6 7 8 10 Hz 100 Hz 1000 Hz 10000 Hz Frequency Hz 14 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 4 1 gt gt 4 2 CHAPTER 4 OPERATION Voltage Measurement V Connect the measurement leads to the instrument s terminals complying with the polarities indicated red lead on the termi nal and black lead on the COM terminal Set the rotary switch to the V position Connect the unit to the voltage source to be measured making sure that the voltage does not exceed the maximum acceptable limits see 3 2 1 Range switching and AC DC selection are automatic If the signal measured is gt 45V peak the audio indication is acti vated if the V Live function is selected see 2 6 2 For voltages gt 600Vpc or rms a repetitive beep indicates that the measured voltage is higher than the acceptable safety voltage OL Audio Continuity Test and Resistance Measurement Connect the measurement leads to the terminals Set the rotary switch to the Q e position Connect the unit to the circuit to be tested The buzzer is contin uously active as soon as contact is established circuit closed and if the resistance value measured is less than 40Q NOTE Above 4000 the display ind
5. fax or e mail our technical support hotline Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Boulevard Foxborough MA 02035 USA Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 techsupport aemc com www aemc com NOTE Do not ship Instruments to our Foxborough MA address 18 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 MTs Limited Warranty mz The Model F01 is warranted to the owner for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture This limited warranty is given by AEMC Instruments not by the distributor from whom it was purchased This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments For full and detailed warranty coverage please read the Warranty Cov erage Information which is attached to the Warranty Registration Card if enclosed or is available at www aemc com Please keep the War ranty Coverage Information with your records What AEMC Instruments will do If a malfunction occurs within the one year period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material YOU CAN NOW REGISTER ONLINE AT www aemc com Warranty Repairs What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair First reques
6. 50 F 2cts Q 0 1 R 50 F 0 2 R 50 F 2cts Relative V lt 1ct 0 1 R 1ct Humidit 10 to 90 RH A 0 296 R 0 3 R 2cts y Q tct 0 3 R 2cts 40Hz to 1kHz v 1 1ct Freguenc 1kHz to 5kHz 696 R 1ct queney 40Hz to 400Hz i T 1 tct 400Hz to 5kHz 5 1ct Pasion ol Position on internal conductor in the jaws enmeter of aws A 1 1 5 R 1ct f 400Hz P J Adjacent conductor Conductor in contact with AC current 50Hz with external A 40 dB 35 dB running through perimeter of jaws Conductor clamped 0 to 400VDC or rms V 1ct 1ct Application of voltage 14 600VDC or rms A tct ct to the clamp 1 4 to 3 5 limited to Peak factor 600A peak a E B E 7 e 900V peak d i Rejection of series 0 to 600V 50Hz V 50 dB 40 dB mode in DC Rejection of series 0 to 600VDC V 1ct 60 dB mode in AC 0 to 400ADC A 1ct 60 dB Rejection of common V 1ct 60 dB mode ie A 0 08A 100V 0 12A 100V Influence of external 0 to 400A m magnetic field 50Hz 9906 60 dB Number of jaw oper 50000 A 0 1 0 2 1ct ing movements Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 13 3 6 Typical Frequency Response Curves V f 2 5 0 2 Specified limits E 4 6 8 ui 10 12 10 Hz 100 Hz 1000 Hz 10000 Hz Frequency Hz Isf f 2 1 0
7. Symbol Display ul HOLD Function active e1 AC DC Constant operation no power auto off Flashing V Live function selected Fixed Continuity measurement Measurement in AC mode Measurement in DC mode Flashing power limited to approximately 1 hour Fixed battery drained operation and accuracy are no longer guaranteed Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 2 7 Buzzer Different sounds are emitted according to the function performed Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 Short and medium sound valid button Short and medium sound every 400 ms voltage measured is higher than the unit s guaranteed safety voltage 5 short and medium recurring sounds automatic deactivation of the instrument Continuous medium sound continuity value measured below 400 Modulated medium continuous sound value measured in volts higher than 45V peak when the V Live function is selected CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 1 Reference Conditions 23 C 3 K RH of 45 to 75 battery power at 8 5V x 5V frequency range 45 to 65Hz position of conductor centered in clamp jaws conductor diameter 2 5mm no electrical field no external AC magnetic field 3 2 Electrical Specifications 3 2 1 Voltage V Range 40V 400V 600V Measuring Range 0 2V to 39 99V 40 0V to 399 9V 400 to 600V Accuracy 196 of Reading 196 of Reading 196 of Reading 5cts 2cts 2cts Resolution 10mv 0 1V 1V Input Impedance 1MO Overload Prote
8. ction 600VAc DC In DC the display indicates OL above 600V and OL above 600 V In AC the display indicates OL over 600Vrms In AC if the value of the voltage measured is lt 0 15V the display indicates 0 00 3 2 2 Audio Continuity e Resistance Measurement Range 4000 Measuring Range 0 0 to 399 90 Accuracy 196 of Reading 2cts Resolution 0 10 Open Circuit Voltage lt 3 2V Measuring Current 3204A Overload Protection 500Vac or 750VDc or peak with compensation for measurement lead resistance 10 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 3 2 3 Current A Display Range 40A 400A 600A Measuring Range 0 20 to 39 99A 40 0 to 399 9A 400 to 600A peak Accuracy 1 5 of Reading 10cts 1 5 of Reading 2cts Resolution 10mA 100mA 1A The display indicates OL over 400Arms In AC if the value of the current measured is lt 0 15A the display shows 0 00 Battery 9V alkaline battery type IEC 6LF22 6LR61 or NEDA 1604 Battery Life 100 hrs approx Auto off After 10 minutes of no activity 3 3 Mechanical Specifications 1 Reference Range 2 Operating Range 3 Storage Range without battery Temperature Relative humidity in RH 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Temperature in C Operating Temperature 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C 90 RH Storage Temperature 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C 90 RH Altitude Operation l
9. icates OL Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 15 4 5 Current Measurements A 1 Set the rotary switch to position position 2 Clamp the conductor carrying the current to be measured checking for proper closing of the jaws and for foreign matter in the gap Range switching and AC DC selection are automatic 16 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Use only factory specified replacement parts AEMC will not be held responsible for any accident incident or malfunction following a repair done other than by its service center or by an approved repair center 5 1 Changing the Battery AN Disconnect the instrument from any source of electricity 1 Setthe switch to OFF 2 Slide a screwdriver into the slot at the top of the battery cover rear of the clamp and push the battery cover upwards 3 Replace the used battery with a 9V battery type LF22 observing the polarities 4 Installthe battery in its housing then reattach the battery cover 52 Cleaning AN Disconnect the instrument from any source of electricity Use a soft cloth lightly dampened with soapy water Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry with a dry cloth splash water directly on the clamp Donotuse alcohol solvents or hydrocarbons Make sure the gap between the jaws is kept clean and free from debris at all times to help ensure accurate readings 5 3 Storage If the instrument is not used for a
10. in relation to the markers and proper closing of the jaws Always disconnect the clamp from any power source before changing the battery Do not perform resistance tests continuity tests or semi conduc tor tests on a circuit under power ni International Electrical Symbols This symbol signifies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced insulation This symbol on the instrument indicates a WARNING and that the operator must refer to the user manual for instructions before operating the instrument In this manual the symbol preceding instructions indicates that if the instructions are not followed bodily injury installation sample and product damage may result Risk of electric shock The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may be dangerous This symbol refers to a type A current sensor This symbol signifies that application around and removal from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is permitted b gt P ol In conformity with WEEE 2002 96 EC Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 3 1 2 Definition of Measurement Categories Cat I For measurements on circuits not directly connected to the AC supply wall outlet such as protected secondaries signal level and limited energy circuits Cat II For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system Examples are measurements on household appliances or portable tools Cat Ill For measurements perfo
11. p then the symbol flashes The selected configuration is put into memory when the button is released the symbol remains lit continuously Auto off is reactivated when switch returns to OFF position Activate The V Live Function Beeper ON when voltage gt 45V peak While pressing down the HOLD button bring the rotary switch from the OFF position to the V position The unit emits a double beep then the V and e symbol flashes The selected configuration is put into memory when the button is released the V symbol becomes fixed and the e symbol flashes Proceed in the same way to suppress the V Live function the e symbol disappears when the button is released Displaying The Internal Software Version While pressing down the HOLD button bring the rotary switch from the OFF position to the A position The unit beeps the software version is displayed in the form UX XX for 2 seconds then all the segments of the display are shown Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 7 2 6 Liquid Crystal Display The liquid crystal display includes the digital display of the measured values the related units and symbols 2 6 1 Digital Display 4 digits 9999 counts 3 decimal points and signs DC measurement OL OL OL Positive value range exceedance gt 3999cts Negative value range exceedance Unsigned value range exceedance Indeterminate value middle segments O eo 0 D D D ACDC AV 2 6 2
12. period of more than 60 days remove the battery and store it separately Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 17 Repair and Calibration w To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications we recommend that it be submitted to our factory Service Center at one year intervals for reca libration or as required by other standards or internal procedures For instrument repair and calibration You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N 1 S T Includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 repair aemc com Or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N 1 S T are available NOTE All customers must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument Technical and Sales Assistance m If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument please call mail
13. rmed in the building installation at the distribution level such as on hardwired equipment in fixed installation and circuit breakers Cat IV For measurements performed at the primary electrical supply lt 1000V such as on primary overcurrent protection devices ripple control units or meters 1 3 Receiving Your Shipment Upon receiving your shipment make sure that the contents are consis tent with the packing list Notify your distributor of any missing items If the equipment appears to be damaged file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim 1 4 Ordering Information Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 Cat 2129 51 Includes multimeter set of red and black leads with probe tips 9V battery carrying pouch and this user manual 1 4 4 Accessories and Replacement Parts Replacement set of leads red and black with probe tips Cat 2118 92 General Canvas Pouch 4 25 x 8 5 x 2 Cat 2119 75 Only use accessories adapted to the voltage and overvoltage category of the circuit to be measured per NF EN 61010 4 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT FEATURES 2 4 Description The Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 emphasizes reliability and simplicity of use to respond to the needs of power professionals Feature
14. s Acompact unit integrating the current sensor for intensity measurements without breaking the test circuit Outstanding ergonomic features e automatic selection of AC or DC measurement V only e automatic selection of measurement ranges e programmable audio voltage indication V Live e over range indication e power auto off Compliance with IEC electrical safety standards and CE markings Light and rugged construction for field use Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 5 2 2 Model F01 Control Functions soovcari 400A m ADD DD Lt LI Jaws Command Buttons 4 way Rotary Switch Liquid Crystal Display 2 3 Rotary Switch Functions OFF Deactivation of the clamp activation is ensured by selection of other functions Vx DC and AC voltage measurement rms value Q em Continuity and resistance measurement A AC ampere measurement rms value 6 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 2 4 Hold Button Primary Functions Short Press Freezes the display The display is cleared when the button is pressed again Button Held Down Enables access to secondary functions in con junction with the rotary switch 2 5 2 5 1 2 5 2 2 5 3 Hold Button Secondary Functions with rotary switch Disable Auto Off Function While pressing down the HOLD button bring the rotary switch from the OFF position to the e position The unit emits a double bee
15. t 2000m Storage lt 12 000m Dimensions 2 76 x 7 6 x 1 46 70 x 193 x 37mm Weight 9 17 oz 260g Clamp Tightening Capacity lt 1 00 26mm Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 11 3 4 Safety Specifications Electrical Safety as per EN 61010 1 ed 95 and 61010 2 032 ed 93 Double Insulation Ol Category ll Pollution Degree 2 Rated Voltage 600V RMS or DC Electric Shocks test as per IEC 1000 4 5 6kV RCD mode on the voltmeter function aptitude criterion B 2kV induced on the current measurement cable aptitude crite rion B Electromagnetic Compatibility as per EN 61326 1 ed 97 A1 Emission class B Immunity Electrostatic discharges 4kV on contact aptitude criterion B 8kV in the air aptitude criterion B Radiated field 10V m aptitude criterion B Fast Transients 1kV aptitude criterion B Conduit interference 3V aptitude criterion A Mechanical Resistance Free fall 1m test as per IEC 68 2 32 Impact 0 5 J test as per IEC 68 2 27 Vibration 0 75mm test as per IEC 68 2 6 Auto extinction per UL 94 Housing VO Jaws VO Display window V2 12 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 3 5 Variations in Operating Range Influence Meas Range Quantity Influence Quantities Quantities Influenced Typical Max Battery Voltage 7 5 to 10V All 0 2 ict V 0 05 R 50 F 0 2 R 50 F 2cts Temperature 32 to 122 F A 0 1 R 50 F 0 2 R
16. t a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA by phone or by fax from our Service Department see address below then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument postage or shipment pre paid to Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments Service Department 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss we recommend you insure your returned material NOTE All customers must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 19 NOTES 20 Clamp on Multimeter Model F01 E AEMC INSTRUMENTS 08 08 99 MAN 100266 v3 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346
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