AEMC 6610 Operating Manual

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PHASE ROTATION METER

(NON-CONTACT)

6610

ENGLISH

User Manual

Statement of Compliance

Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® 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.

The recommended verification interval for this
instrument is 12 months and begins on the date
of receipt by the customer. For verification, please
use our calibration services. Refer to our repair
and calibration section at www.aemc.com.

Serial #: ______________________________

Catalog #: 2121.12

Model #: 6610

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Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION 2

1.1 International Electrical Symbols .............................................3

1.2 DenitionofMeasurementCategories ..................................3

1.3 ReceivingYourShipment ....................................................... 3

1.4 OrderingInformation ..............................................................4

1.4.1 AccessoriesandReplacementParts .......................4

2. PRODUCT FEATURES 5

2.1 Description .............................................................................5

2.2 Features .................................................................................5

2.3 Applications ...........................................................................5

2.4 ControlFeatures ....................................................................6

3. OPERATION 7

3.1 MakingMeasurements ..........................................................7

3.2 LiveWireCheck .....................................................................9

4. MAINTENANCE 10

4.1 ReplacingtheBattery ..........................................................10

4.2 Cleaning ...............................................................................10

5. SPECIFICATIONS 11

RepairandCalibration ..................................................................12

TechnicalandSalesAssistance ...................................................12

Limited Warranty ..........................................................................13

WarrantyRepairs ..........................................................................13

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Precautions Before Use

These safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of personnel
and proper operation of the instrument.

• To ensure safe operation and usage of this instrument, follow instruc­tions in this manual. Failure to observe Warnings may result in
SEVERE injury or death.

• It is recommended for use in distribution level and fixed installations,
as well as lesser installations, and not for primary supply lines, over­head lines and cable systems.

• Do not exceed the maximum overload limits per function (see speci­fications) nor the limits marked on the instrument itself. Never apply
more than 600V CAT IV or 1000V CAT III between the test lead and
ground/earth.

• Inspect the meter and test leads before each use. Do not use any
damaged parts.

• Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch
exposed circuit elements.

• Do not operate the tester in an explosive atmosphere.

• Exercise extreme caution when measuring voltage >50V and current

>10mA.

• Never open the battery compartment while measuring.

• Do not operate in a manner not specified or the instrument’s protec-

tion may be impaired.

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1.1 International Electrical Symbols

This symbol signifies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced
insulation.

CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING and that the operator
must refer to the user manual for instructions before operating the
instrument in all cases where this symbol is marked.

Important instructions to read and understand completely.

Important information to acknowledge.

Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may be
dangerous.

AC Alternating current

Compliance with the Low Voltage & Electromagnetic Compatibility European
directives (73/23/CEE & 89/336/CEE)

In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection
system for recycling electrical and electronic components In accordance
with directive WEEE 2002/96/EC

1.2 Definition of Measurement Categories

CAT II: For measurements performed on circuits directly connected

CAT III: For measurements performed in the building installation at

CAT IV: For measurements performed at the primary electrical

to the electrical distribution system. Examples are
measurements on household appliances or portable tools.

the distribution level such as on hardwired equipment in
fixed installation and circuit breakers.

supply (<1000V) such as on primary overcurrent protection
devices, ripple control units, or meters.

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