User's Guide Mini Multimeter with Non-Contact
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1. 1 AC Voltage Detector Sensor AC Voltage Detector indicator 1 light 2 LCD RELATIVE push button MODE button Non contact AC Voltage Detector test button Rotary function dial 10 ampere test lead jack COM test lead jack Test lead jack for voltage milli amp micro amp resistance capacitance frequency and temperature functions 11 RANGE button 8 12 HOLD button 13 Protective rubber holster must be removed to access the rear battery compartment Display Symbols and Annunciators Paro N O Or 2 N OMS n nano 10 capacitance u micro 10 amps cap m milli 10 volts amps A Amps k kilo 10 ohms F Farads capacitance M mega 10 ohms Q Ohms Hz Hertz frequency vV Volts Percent duty ratio REL Relative AC Alternating current AUTO Autoranging DC Direct current HOLD Display hold F Degrees Fahrenheit oC Degrees Centigrade Continuity La ain Battery status Dy en D _ D_ 5 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Operating Instructions WARNING Risk of electrocution High voltage circuits both AC and DC are very dangerous and should be measured with great care 1 ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use 2 Press the HOLD button to freeze a displayed reading NOTE On some low AC and DC voltage ranges with the test leads not connected to a device the display may show a random changing2. 0 1 1 2 reading 2 digits For duty cycle the pulse width range is 100u s 100ms Frequency 5Hz to 150kHz Temp type K 4 to 1382 F 1 F 3 0 reading 8 digits 20 to 750 C 1 C probe accuracy not included NOTES Accuracy specifications consist of two elements e reading This is the accuracy of the measurement circuit e digits This is the accuracy of the analog to digital converter Accuracy is stated at 65 F to 83 F 18 C to 28 C and less than 75 RH UL LISTED The UL mark does not indicate that this product has been evaluated for the accuracy of its readings 18 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 General Specifications Diode Test Continuity Check Temperature Sensor Input Impedance AC Bandwidth Display Overrange indication Auto Power Off Polarity Measurement Rate Low Battery Indication Battery Fuses Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Operating Altitude Weight Size Approvals Safety UL LISTED Test current 0 3mA max Open circuit voltage 1 5V DC typ Audible signal will sound if the resistance is less than 100Q Requires type K thermocouple 10MQ VDC amp VAC 50 60Hz 4000 count 0 to 3999 digits LCD For all functions OL is displayed Note For ACV measurements only an audible beep will also sound After 15 minutes approximately of inactivity No indication for positive Minus sign f
3. 1mV 0 5 reading 2 digits V DC 4V 0 001V 40V 0 01V 1 0 reading 2 digits 400V 0 1V 600V 1V 1 5 reading 2 digits AC Voltage 400mV 0 1mV 1 0 reading 30 digits VAC 4V 0 001mV 50 60Hz 4ov 0 01V 1 5 reading 3 digits 400V 0 1V 600V 1V 2 0 reading 4 digits DC Current 400pA 0 1uA 1 0 reading 3 digits A DC 4000A 1A 40mA 0 01mA 1 5 reading 3 digits 400mA 0 1mA 10A 0 01A 2 5 reading 5 digits AC Current 400yA 0 1pA 1 5 reading 5 digits AAC 4000A 1A 50 60Hz 40mA 0 01mA 1 8 reading 5 digits 400mA 0 1mA 10A 0 01A 3 0 reading 7 digits 17 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Resistance 4009 0 19 1 2 reading 4 digits 4kQ 10 40kQ 0 01kQ 1 2 reading 2 digits 400kQ 0 1kQ 4MQ 0 001MQ 40MQ 0 01MQ 2 0 reading 3 digits Capacitance 4nF 0 001nF 3 5 reading 40 digits 40nF 0 01nF 400nF 0 1nF 2 5 reading 4 digits 4uF 0 001 pF p a 3 5 reading 4 digits 40uF 0 01 uF 200uF 0 1uF 3 5 reading 10 digits Frequency 5 000Hz 0 001Hz 50 00Hz 0 01Hz 500 0 Hz 0 1Hz oas ia 0 reading 1 digits 5 000kHz 0 001kHz 0 1a reading Judigns 50 00kHz 0 01kHz 500 0kHz 0 001MHz 5 00MHz 0 01MHz 10 00MHz 0 01MHz Sensitivity 0 8V rms min 20 to 80 duty cycle and lt 100kHz 5Vrms min 20 to 80 duty cycle and gt 100kHz Duty Cycle 0 1 to 99 9
4. seconds Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and or the test leads 1 Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack 2 For current measurements up to 4000pA set the function switch to the pA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the mA pA jack 3 For current measurements up to 400mA set the function switch to the mA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the mA pA jack 4 For current measurements up to 10A set the function switch to the 10A range and insert the red test lead banana plug into the 10A jack 5 Use the MODE button to select AC or DC current The display will reflect the selection 6 Remove power from the circuit under test then open up the circuit at the point where you wish to measure current 7 Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit 8 Apply power to the circuit 9 Read the current in the display 9 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS WARNING To avoid electric shock disconnect power to the unit under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance measurements Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords 1 Set the function switch to the Q position 2 Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Q jack 3 Touch t
5. IES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE Remove old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit IF THE METER IS TO BE STORED FOR ALONG PERIOD OF TIME the batteries should be removed to prevent damage to the unit 14 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 BATTERY INSTALLATION and LOW BATTERY INDICATION WARNING To avoid electric shock disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the battery cover LOW BATTERY INDICATION The icon will appear in the lower left hand corner of the display when the battery voltage becomes low Replace the batteries when this appears BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1 Disconnect the test leads from the meter Remove the protective rubber holster as shown in the diagram Remove the Phillips head screw located on the lower back of the instrument Flip up the fuse battery compartment cover to access the batteries 5 Gently remove the batteries and install two new 1 5V AAA batteries observing polarity 6 Secure the fuse battery compartment cover he Place the protective rubber holster on the meter 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 respec
6. TAGE CATEGORY Ill is equipment in fixed installations Note Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use with permanent connection to the fixed installation OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV is for use at the origin of the installation Note Examples include electricity meters and primary over current protection equipment Copyright 2008 Extech Instruments Corporation All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form www extech com qgircoencern Extech EX330 Phone 01235 838 555 E mail cs airconcern co uk web www airconcern co uk
7. User s Guide EXTE INSTRUMENTS A FLIR COMPANY Mini Multimeter with Non Contact Voltage Detector NCV Model EX330 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech EX330 Meter The EX330 offers AC DC Voltage AC DC Current Resistance Diode Continuity non contact Voltage Detection Capacitance Frequency Duty Cycle and Temperature Type K functions Proper use and care of this meter will provide many years of reliable service Safety This symbol adjacent to another symbol terminal or operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an explanation in the Operating Instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to the meter This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result damage to the product This symbol advises the user that the terminal s so marked must not be connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect to earth ground exceeds 600V This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identifies them as being associated with ranges that may in normal use be subjected to particularly hazardous voltages For maximum safety the meter and its test leads should not be handled when these terminals are energized This symbol indicates that a device is protected throughout by double insula
8. he REL button to store the reading the REL indicator will appear on the display 3 The display will now indicate the difference between stored value and subsequent measurements 4 Press the REL button to exit the relative mode Note The Relative mode is not available when measuring Frequency or Duty Cycle AUTO POWER OFF The meter will automatically turn off after 15 minutes of inactivity This will conserve battery energy To turn the meter on after an Auto Power OFF simply turn the rotary switch to OFF and then back to the desired setting 13 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Maintenance WARNING To avoid electric shock disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the back cover or the battery or fuse covers WARNING To avoid electric shock do not operate your meter until the battery and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely This MultiMeter is designed to provide years of dependable service if the following care instructions are performed 1 2 KEEP THE METER DRY If it gets wet dry it immediately USE AND STORE THE METER IN NORMAL TEMPERATURES Temperature extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts HANDLE THE METER GENTLY AND CAREFULLY Dropping it can damage the electronic parts or the case KEEP THE METER CLEAN Wipe the case occasionally with a damp cloth DO NOT use chemicals cleaning solvents or detergents USE ONLY FRESH BATTER
9. he test probe tips across the circuit or component under test It is best to disconnect one side of the circuit under test so the rest of the circuit will not interfere with the resistance reading 4 Read the resistance in the display CONTINUITY CHECK WARNING To avoid electric shock never measure continuity on circuits or wires that have voltage on them 1 Set the function switch to the Pt y position 2 Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack 3 Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Q jack 4 Use the MODE button to view the icon on the display 5 Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire you wish to check 6 If the resistance is less than approximately 1009 the audible signal will sound If the circuit is open bad the display will indicate OL 10 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 DIODE TEST Set the function switch to the Pt position Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive jack Use the MODE button to view the icon on the display Touch the test probes to the diode under test Forward voltage will typically indicate 0 400 to 0 700V Reverse voltage will indicate OL Shorted devices will indicate near OV and an open device will indicate OL in both polarities CAPACITANCE MEASUREMENTS WARNING To avoid electric shock disconnect power t
10. o the unit under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any capacitance measurements Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords 1 Set the rotary function switch to the CAP position Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive CAP jack Touch the test leads to the capacitor to be tested The test may take up to 3 minutes or more for large capacitors to charge Wait until the readings settle before ending the test Read the capacitance value in the display 11 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENTS 1 2 Use the MODE button to view the Hz unit of measure on the LCD display Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive Hz jack Touch the test probe tips to the circuit under test Read the frequency on the display DUTY CYCLE Set the rotary function switch to the Hz position Use the MODE button to view the unit of measure on the LCD display Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and the red test lead banana plug into the positive Hz jack Touch the test probe tips to the circuit under test Read the duty cycle on the display CONTACT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS 4 Set the function switch to the F or C position Insert the Temperature Probe into the input jacks making sure to obse
11. or negative 2 times per second nominal ii is displayed if battery voltage is critically low Two 2 1 5V AAA batteries mA pA ranges 500mA 250V fast blow A range 10A 250V fast blow 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C lt 70 RH lt 80 RH 7000ft 2000meters maximum 9 17 oz 260g includes holster 5 8 x 2 9 x 1 6 147 x 76 x 42mm includes holster UL CE This meter is intended for indoor use and protected against the users by double insulation per EN61010 1 and IEC61010 1 2nd Edition 2001 to CAT II 1000V amp CAT III 600V Pollution Degree 2 The meter also meets UL 61010 1 Second Edition 2004 CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 Second Edition 2004 and UL 61010B 2 031 First Edition 2003 The UL mark does not indicate that this product has been evaluated for the accuracy of its readings 19 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY is equipment for connection to circuits in which measures are taken to limit the transient overvoltages to an appropriate low level Note Examples include protected electronic circuits OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy consuming equipment to be supplied from the fixed installation Note Examples include household office and laboratory appliances OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III Equipment of OVERVOL
12. ps are touching the metal contacts inside the outlet before assuming that no voltage is present CAUTION Do not measure AC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter 1 2 Set the function switch to the VAC position Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit Touch the red test probe tip to the hot side of circuit Read the voltage in the display If the measured AC voltage exceeds the highest range of the meter refer to the specification table an audible tone will sound EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS CAUTION Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter 1 Set the function switch to the VDC position 2 Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack 3 Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit 4 Read the voltage in the display 8 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 AC DC CURRENT MEASUREMENTS CAUTION Do not make current measurements at 10 Amps for longer than 30
13. reading This is normal and is caused by the high input sensitivity The reading will stabilize and give a proper measurement when connected to a circuit NON CONTACT AC VOLTAGE DETECTOR The EX310 can detect the presence of AC voltage from 100 to 600VAC simply by being held very near to a voltage source WARNING Test the AC voltage detector on a known live circuit before each use WARNING Before using the meter in the AC Voltage Detector mode verify that the battery is fresh by confirming characters appear on the LCD when the function dial is turned to any position Do not attempt to use the meter as an AC Voltage Detector if the battery is weak or bad The NCV function works on any rotary switch position 1 Test the detector on a known live circuit before use 2 Press and hold the NCV button for the duration of the test The meter will beep once when the button is pushed 3 Hold the top of the meter very close to the voltage source as shown 4 If voltage is present the rim of the LCD display will flash a bright orange and an audible warning will sound 6 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS WARNING Risk of Electrocution The probe tips may not be long enough to contact the live parts inside some 240V outlets for appliances because the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets As a result the reading may show 0 volts when the outlet actually has voltage on it Make sure the probe ti
14. rve polarity The probe can be pressed against a device under test to read its temperature or the probe can be held in air to read the ambient temperature Allow 30 seconds for the display to stabilize Read the temperature in the display Note The temperature range of the supplied thermocouple probe is 20 to 250 C 4 to 482 F 12 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 AUTO MANUAL RANGE SELECTION When the meter is first turned on it automatically goes into the Auto Range mode This automatically selects the best range for the measurements being made and is generally the best mode for most measurements For measurement situations requiring that a range be manually selected perform the following 1 Press the RANGE key The AUTO display indicator will turn off 2 Press RANGE to step through the available ranges until the desired range is selected 3 To exit the Manual Ranging mode and return to Auto Range press and hold the RANGE key for 2 seconds Note Manual range does not apply to Capacitance Frequency or Temperature modes RELATIVE MODE The relative measurement feature allows you to make measurements relative to a stored reference value A reference voltage current etc can be stored so that subsequent measurements can be made in comparison to that value The displayed value is the difference between the reference value and the measured value 1 Perform the measurement as described in the operating instructions 2 Press t
15. t of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle WARNING To avoid electric shock do not operate the meter until the batteries and the fuses are in place and fastened securely 15 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Removable Rubber Holster Meter Battery Fuses Compartment Cover Rubber Holster OPO a WUN 1s REPLACING THE FUSES WARNING To avoid electric shock disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage before removing the fuse cover 1 Disconnect the test leads from the meter Remove the protective rubber holster as shown in the diagram Remove the Phillips head screw located on the lower back of the instrument Flip up the fuse battery compartment cover to access the fuses Gently remove the fuse s and install new fuse s into the holder s Always use fuses of the proper size and value 500mA 250V fast blow for the mA pA ranges 10A 250V fast blow for the A range Secure the fuse battery compartment cover Place the protective rubber holster on the meter 16 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Specifications Function Range Resolution Accuracy Non contact 100 to Resolution amp accuracy do not apply since the AC Voltage 600VAC meter does not display the voltage in this mode detector The lamp at the top of the meter s display flashes when voltage is sensed DC Voltage 400mV 0
16. tion or reinforced insulation 2 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This meter has been designed for safe use but must be operated with caution The rules listed below must be carefully followed for safe operation 1 NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum Input Protection Limits Function Maximum Input V DC or VAC 600V AC and DC mA AC DC 500mA DC AC AAC DC 10A DC AC for 30 seconds max every 15 minutes Frequency Resistance Capacitance 250V DC AC Duty Cycle Diode Test Continuity Temperature 250V DC AC 2 USE EXTREME CAUTION when working with high voltages 3 DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the COM input jack exceeds 600V above earth ground 4 NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in the current resistance or diode mode Doing so can damage the meter 5 ALWAYS discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when making resistance or diode tests 6 ALWAYS turn off power and disconnect test leads before opening the covers to replace the fuse or battery 7 NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely 8 If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired 3 EX330 EU ENG V4 2 1 08 Controls and Jacks
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