AEMC Instruments 607 User Manual

POWER CLAMP-ON METER
User Manual
ENGLISH
607
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CONTENTS
1.1 ROTARY SWITCH ......................................................................................... 10
1.2 FUNCTION BUTTONS .................................................................................. 11
1.3 DISPLAY ......................................................................................................... 12
1.3.1 Display Symbols ........................................................................... 12
1.3.2 Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) ........................................ 13
1.4 TERMINALS ................................................................................................... 13
2.1
2.2 (YELLOW) BUTTON (second function) ............................................... 15
2.3
2.4 BUTTON ................................................................................................. 16
2.5 BUTTON ................................................................................................ 16
2.5.1 Normal Mode ................................................................................ 16
2.5.2 MAX/MIN Mode + HOLD Mode ..................................................... 17
2.5.3 True Inrush® Mode ( set switch to ) ................................ 18
2.6
2.6.1 Normal Mode ................................................................................ 19
2.6.2 Harmonic Order Display or + ................................. 19
2.6.3 Hz Function + HOLD Mode ........................................................... 19
3.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 20
3.2 TURNING ON THE METER .......................................................................... 20
3.3 TURNING OFF THE METER ........................................................................ 20
3.4 CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................... 21
3.4.1 Auto Power Off .............................................................................. 21
3.4.2 Current Threshold for True InRush® ............................................. 21
3.4.3 Recording Duration ....................................................................... 22
3.4.4 Erasing Memory ............................................................................ 22
3.4.5 Default Configuration .................................................................... 22
3.5 VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT (V) .................................................................. 23
3.6 CONTINUITY TEST ................................................................................. 24
3.7 RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT Ω .............................................................. 25
BUTTON ................................................................................................. 14
BUTTON ................................................................................................. 15
BUTTON ................................................................................................ 18
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CURRENT MEASUREMENT (A) ................................................................. 25
3.8
3.8.1 AC Measurement .......................................................................... 25
3.8.2 DC or AC+DC Measurement ........................................................ 26
3.9 CURRENT OR OVERCURRENT (True InRush®) MEASUREMENT ........ 28
3.10 POWER MEASUREMENTS W, VA, var AND PF ....................................... 30
3.10.1 Single-Phase Power Measurement ............................................... 30
3.10.2 Balanced 3-Phase Power Measurement ....................................... 31
3.10.3 Four Quadrant Diagram ................................................................ 32
3.11 ENERGY METERING MEASUREMENT ..................................................... 33
3.12 FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT (Hz) .......................................................... 36
3.12.1 Frequency Measurement (V) ........................................................ 36
3.12.2 Frequency Measurement (A) ........................................................ 37
3.13 THD AND DISPLAY OF HARMONICS ORDER ......................................... 37
3.13.1 THD (V) ......................................................................................... 37
3.13.2 THD (A) ......................................................................................... 38
3.13.3 Individual Harmonics & Frequency Of Fundamental. .................... 39
3.14 RECORDING MEASUREMENTS ................................................................ 40
3.15 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER............................................................... 40
3.15.1 Bluetooth Connection .................................................................... 40
3.15.2 Pairing the Instrument to the Computer ........................................ 41
3.16 TURNING BLUETOOTH ON/OFF ................................................................ 41
3.17 RECORDING DATA ...................................................................................... 42
3.17.1 Starting a Recording Session ........................................................ 42
3.17.2 Stopping a Recording Session ...................................................... 42
3.18 DOWNLOADING RECORDED DATA .......................................................... 42
3.19 ERASING DATA FROM MEMORY .............................................................. 42
3.20 DATA STORAGE ........................................................................................... 43
3.20.1 Trend Measurements .................................................................... 43
3.20.2 Recording with Memory Cleared ................................................... 43
3.20.3 Recording with a Partial or Full Memory ....................................... 43
3.20.4 Memory Filled During Recording Session ..................................... 43
3.21 DATAVIEW® SOFTWARE INSTALLATION..................................................43
3.22 OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL ............................................................. 44
USING THE CONTROL PANEL ................................................................... 44
3.23
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 45
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4.1 REFERENCE CONDITIONS ........................................................................ 45
4.2 SPECIFICATIONS UNDER THE REFERENCE CONDITIONS................. 45
4.2.1 DC Voltage Measurement ............................................................. 45
4.2.2 AC Voltage Measurement ............................................................. 46
4.2.3 AC+DC Voltage Measurement ...................................................... 46
4.2.4 DC Current Measurement ............................................................. 47
4.2.5 AC Current Measurement ............................................................. 47
4.2.6 AC+DC Intensity Measurement .................................................... 48
4.2.7 True InRush® Measurement .......................................................... 48
4.2.8 Crest Factor (CF) Calculation ....................................................... 49
4.2.9 RIPPLE in DC Calculation............................................................. 49
4.2.10 Continuity Measurement ............................................................... 49
4.2.11 Resistance Measurement ............................................................. 49
4.2.12 Active DC Power Measurement .................................................... 50
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Active AC Power Measurement .................................................... 50
4.2.13
4.2.14 Active AC+DC Power Measurement ............................................. 52
4.2.15 Apparent AC Power Measurement ............................................... 52
4.2.16 Apparent AC+DC Power Measurement ........................................ 53
4.2.17 Reactive AC Power Measurement ................................................ 53
4.2.18 Reactive AC+DC Power Measurement ......................................... 54
4.2.19 Power Factor (PF) Calculation ...................................................... 54
4.2.20 Displacement Power Factor (DPF) Calculation ............................. 55
4.2.21 Frequency Measurements ............................................................ 55
4.2.22 THDr Specifications ...................................................................... 56
4.2.23 THDf Specifications ...................................................................... 56
4.2.24 Harmonic Measurement Specifications ......................................... 56
4.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ............................................................... 57
4.4 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................... 57
4.5 POWER SUPPLY .......................................................................................... 57
4.6 COMPLIANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ............................. 57
4.7 ENVIRONMENTAL VARIATIONS ................................................................ 58
5.1 WARNING: ..................................................................................................... 59
5.2 CLEANING ..................................................................................................... 59
5.3 BATTERY REPLACEMENT .......................................................................... 59
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Thank you for purchasing the Clamp-on Meter Model 607.
For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the following operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use. This instrument must be only used by qualified and trained users.
Symbols used on the instrument
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Refer to this user
manual for instructions before operating the instrument in all cases where this symbol is marked.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may be dangerous.
Refers to a type A current sensor. This symbol signifies that application around and removal from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is permitted.
1.5 V battery.
Indicates compliance with European directives.
Double insulation or reinforced insulation.
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.
AC – Alternating current.
AC and DC – Alternating and direct current.
Ground/Earth.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This instrument complies with safety standards IEC-61010-1 and 61010-2-032 for voltages of 1000V in category IV at an altitude of less than 6500’ (2000m), indoors, with a degree of pollution not exceeding 2.
These safety instructions are intended to ensure the safety of persons and proper operation of the device.
The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand the various precautions to be taken in use.
If this instrument is used other than as specified, the protection it provides
may be compromised, thereby endangering you.
Do not use the instrument in an explosive atmosphere or in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes.
Do not use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category
exceeds those mentioned.
Do not exceed the rated maximum voltages and currents between terminals
or with respect to earth.
Do not use the instrument if it appears to be damaged, incomplete, or not
properly closed.
Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the leads, housing,
and accessories. Any element of which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside for repair or scrapped.
Use leads and accessories rated for voltages and categories at least equal
to those of the instrument. If not, an accessory of a lower category lowers the category of the combined clamp + accessory to that of the accessory.
Observe the environmental conditions of use.
Do not modify the instrument and only use factory replacement parts.
Repairs and adjustments must be done by approved qualified personnel.
Replace the batteries as soon as the symbol appears on the display of
the unit. Disconnect all leads before opening the battery compartment cover.
Use personal protective equipment when conditions require.
Keep your hands away from the unused terminals of the instrument.
When handling the test probes, alligator clips, and clamp ammeters, keep
your fingers behind the physical guard.
As a safety measure, and to avoid repeated overloads on the inputs of the
device, configuration operations should only be performed when the device is disconnected from all dangerous voltages.
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MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES
Definitions of the measurement categories:
CAT IV: Circuits supplying the low-voltage installation of the building.
Example: power lines, meters, and protection devices.
CAT III: Power supply circuits in the installation of the building.
Example: distribution panel, circuit-breakers, fixed industrial machines or devices.
CAT II: Circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
Example: power supply to household electrical appliances and portable tools.
RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent 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.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Clamp-on Meter Model 607 .......................................................... Cat. #2139.61
Includes set of 2 color-coded silicone insulated test leads, test probes and alligator clips, hard carrying case, 4x1.5V AA batteries, Bluetooth adapter, safety information sheet and a USB drive containing product user manual and DataView
Replacement Parts:
Hard Carrying Case ......................................................................... Cat. #2139.73
Set of 2 Color-coded Silicone Test Leads, Test Probes
and Alligator Clips ........................................................................... Cat. #2152.05
Set of 2 Color-coded Silicone Test Leads (Red/Black) 5’ ................ Cat. #2152.15
Clip – Safety Alligator - Black .......................................................... Cat. #2140.53
Clip – Safety Alligator - Red ............................................................ Cat. #2140.52
Black Test Probe ............................................................................. Cat. #5000.30
Red Test Probe ............................................................................... Cat. #5000.31
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software.
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1 PRESENTATION

The Clamp-on Meter Model 607 is a 10,000-count professional electrical measuring instrument that combines the following functions:
Current measurement
InRush current / overcurrent (True InRush®) measurement
Voltage measurement
Frequency measurement
Harmonic distortion (THD) measurement
Harmonic rank value (A and V) up to the 25th
Continuity test with buzzer
Resistance measurement
Power (W, VA, var and PF) and Energy measurements
Crest Factor (CF), the Displacement Power Factor (DPF) and RIPPLE
measurement
Recording of data in memory; wireless transfer via Bluetooth to a PC
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Item
1 Jaws with centering marks
2 Physical guard -
3 Rotary function switch 1.1
4 Function buttons 2
5 Backlit display 1.3
4
6 Input terminals 1.4
7 Trigger for opening jaws -
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Description See §
3.5 to
3.13
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Figure 1: Clamp-on Meter Model 607
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2 3 4
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1.1 ROTARY SWITCH

The rotary switch has five positions. To access the , , , functions, set the switch to the desired function. The functions are described in the table below.
Figure 2: Function Rotary Switch
Item Function See §
1 OFF mode – Turns the clamp-on meter off 3.3
2 AC, DC, AC+DC voltage measurement (V) 3.5
Continuity test
3
Resistance measurement
4 AC, DC, AC+DC current measurement (A) 3.8
Power measurements (W, var, VA) AC, DC, AC+ DC
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Power factor (PF), displacement power factor (DPF), and energy calculation
3.6
3.7
3.10
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combination with 3)

1.2 FUNCTION BUTTONS

1 2 3
Item Function See §
Holds the last value on the display
1
Zero correction A
Selects the type of measurement and configuration functions (AC, DC, AC+DC)
2
Selection of single-phase or 3-phase measurement
Enables/disables display backlighting
Scrolls up the of orders of harmonics or of pages of results in W, MAX/MIN/PEAK
3
Enables/disables Bluetooth wireless transfer (in combination with 6 below))
Enables/disables the MAX/MIN/PEAK mode
4
Enables/disables the True InRush
Measures frequency (Hz), total harmonic distortion (THD), and orders of harmonics
5
Enables/disables the energy metering mode
Scrolls down the orders of harmonics or of pages of results in W, MAX/MIN/PEAK
6
Enables/disables recording of current data in memory
Enables/disables Bluetooth wireless transfer (in
4 5 6
Figure 3: Function Buttons
DC/AAC+DC/WDC/WAC+DC
®
mode in A
2.1
3.8.2
2.2
2.3
2.5
2.6
2.4
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Item
Function
See §
1
Low battery indication
5.2
2
Type of measurement (AC or DC)
2.2
3
Active measurement value and unit display
3.5 to 3.13
4
Display of the MAX/MIN/PEAK modes
3.10
5
Mode selection display
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Symbol
Description
AC
Alternating current or voltage
DC
Direct current or voltage
AC+DC
Alternating and direct current
Storage of the values and display hold
RMS
RMS value
Max
Maximum DC or RMS value
Min
Minimum DC or RMS value
AVG
Mean RMS value
PE AK+
Maximum peak value
PE AK-
Minimum peak value
Balanced total 3-phase power measurement
V
Volt
Hz
Hertz
W
Active power
A
Ampere
%
Percentage
Ω
Ohm
1
3
5
2

1.3 DISPLAY

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Figure 4: Display

Display Symbols 1.3.1

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m
Milli- prefix
k
Kilo- prefix
var
Reactive power
VA
Apparent power
PF
Power factor
DPF
Displacement power factor (cos φ)
CF
Crest factor
RIPPLE
Ripple (in DC)
THDf
Total harmonic distortion with respect to the fundamental
Total harmonic distortion with respect to the true RMS value of the signal
REC
Recording in memory
Continuity test
Auto power off disabled
Low battery indicator
Item
Function
1
COM (black) Input Terminal Jack
2
+ Positive (red) Input Terminal Jack
THDr
Bluetooth wireless communication

Measurement Capacity Exceeded (OL) 1.3.2

The OL (Over Load) symbol is displayed when the display capacity is exceeded.

1.4 TERMINALS

The terminals are used as follows:
1 2
Figure 5: Terminals
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2 BUTTONS

The buttons respond differently to short, long, and sustained presses.
In this section, the icon represents the possible positions of the switch for the button’s functionality.
2.1
BUTTON
This button is used to:
Store and look up the last values acquired specific to each function (V, A, ,
W) according to the specific modes previously activated (MAX/MIN/PEAK, Hz, THD). The present display is then maintained while the detection and acquisition of new values continues.
Perform automatic zero correction in
Successive presses on
long
(> 2 sec)
A
W
A
DC
AC+DC
W
DC
AC+DC
First press: Holds the last value displayed
Second press: Returns to normal display mode (the
value of each new measurement is displayed)
Performs automatic zero correction (see
NOTE: This mode operates if the MAX/MIN/PEAK or HOLD modes (short press) are first de activated
ADC/
AC+DC
Function
and WDC/
(see § 3.9.2).
AC+DC
3.9.2)
See § 2.5.3 and § 2.6.3 for the button functionality in combination with the
and buttons.
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2.2 (YELLOW) BUTTON (SECOND FUNCTION)

This button is used to select the type of measurement (AC, DC, AC+DC) and the second functions marked in yellow next to the relevant positions of the switch.
It can also be used to modify the default values in configuration mode (see §
3.4).
NOTE: This button is invalid in the MAX/MIN/PEAK and HOLD modes.
Successive
presses on
short
long (>2 sec)
Selects AC, DC or AC+DC. Depending on your choice, the screen displays AC, DC or AC+DC.
Toggles between continuity and Ohm modes.
Displays the total 3-phase power of a balanced system ( is displayed). Press again to return to the display of the single-phase power ( is off).
Function
2.3
This button is used to:
BUTTON
Scroll up through the order of harmonics or successive pages Activate the backlighting Activate the Bluetooth function
Successive
presses on
short
long (> 2 sec)
combined with the
button
Scrolls through the various pages of measurement results, depending on the function and possibly the active mode (MAX/MIN/PEAK or THD/Harmonics)
Enables/disables the backlighting of the display
NOTE: The backlight turns off automatically after 2 minutes
- Activates Bluetooth wireless communication
- The symbol is displayed
NOTE: Activation of Bluetooth mode automatically stops the recording of the data
Function
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combined with the
2.4 BUTTON
This button is used to:
Scroll down through the orders of harmonics or successive pages Activate data recording Activate the Bluetooth function
Successive
presses on
long (> 2 sec)
short
button
- Scrolls through the various pages of measurement results, depending on the function and possibly the active mode (MAX/MIN/PEAK or THD/Harmonics)
- Enables/disables the recording of the data
- The REC symbol is then displayed
NOTE: When the recording memory is full, the
REC symbol flashes
- Activates Bluetooth wireless communication
- The symbol is displayed
NOTE: Activation of Bluetooth mode
automatically stops the recording of the data
Function
2.5 BUTTON

Normal Mode 2.5.1

This button activates the detection of the MAX, MIN, PEAK+, PEAK- or AVG values of the measurements made.
Max and Min are the extreme mean values in DC and the extreme RMS values in AC. Peak+ is the maximum instantaneous peak and Peak- is the minimum instantaneous peak.
NOTE: In this mode, the Auto Power Off function of the device is automatically
disabled. The symbol is displayed on the screen.
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Displays MAX/AVG and MIN
Successive presses on
short
long (> 2 sec)
First press: Activates detection of the MAX/MIN/AVG and PEAK values and displays MAX/AVG and MIN values.
Second press: Displays the PEAK+, AVG, and PEAK- values (on a second screen).
Third press: values without exiting from the mode (the values already detected are not erased).
NOTE: Depending on the mode, AC or
DC, the crest factor (CF), harmonics, frequency, and RIPPLE are also available.
- Activates the detection of MAX/MIN/ AVG values
- Displays the MAX, MIN and AVG value successively.
- Returns to the display of the present measurement without exiting from the mode (the values already detected are not erased).
- Exits the MAX/MIN/PEAK mode. The values previously recorded are then erased.
NOTE: If the HOLD function is enabled, it
is not possible to exit from the MAX/MIN/PEAK mode. The HOLD function must first be disabled first.
Function

MAX/MIN Mode + HOLD Mode 2.5.2

Successive presses on
short
- Displays the MAX, AVG, MIN and PEAK+, AVG, PEAK- values detected before the
button was pressed.
- When the button is pressed, the last value is held on the display.
Function
NOTE: The HOLD function does not interrupt the acquisition of new MAX, MIN,
PEAK values.
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True
detected.
True InRush® Mode ( set switch to ) 2.5.3
This button allows measurement of the True InRush® current (starting current, or overcurrent in steady-state operation) for AC or DC current only (not operational in AC+DC).
Successive presses on
long (>2 sec)
short (<2 sec)
Note: A short press
is functional only if a
InRush value has been
- First press: Enters the True InRush
mode
- "Inrh" is displayed for 3s (the
backlighting blinks)
- The triggering threshold is displayed for
5s (the backlighting is steady)
- "------" is displayed and the "A" symbol
flashes (backlighting turns off)
- After detection and acquisition, the
InRush current measurement is displayed, after the calculations stage "------" (backlighting off)
NOTE: The A symbol flashes to indicate "surveillance" of the signal
- Second press: Exits the True InRush®
mode (returns to simple current measurement)
- Displays the PEAK+ value of the current
- Displays the PEAK- value of the current
- Displays the RMS True InRush
NOTE: The A symbol is displayed during this sequence
Function
®
®
current
2.6
BUTTON
This button is used to display the frequency measurements of a signal, of power, of the levels and orders of harmonics.
NOTE: This button is not functional in the DC mode.
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and the DC component.
results pages.
(hxx or hdC).
measured before the button is pressed.

Normal Mode 2.6.1

presses on
Successive
short
long (>2 sec)
Function
Displays:
- The frequency of the signal, the RMS measurement, and the DC component.
- The crest factor CF, the RMS measurement,
- Enters or exits the THD calculation and display mode.
- Displays the THDf, the THDr, and the RMS value.
- The and buttons are used to display each order of harmonic (25 orders, from h01 to h25), with the associated harmonic distortion (with respect to the fundamental) and the RMS value of order hxx.
- NOTE: Order hdC (displayed in the DC and AC+DC modes) is the DC component; order h01 is the fundamental.
- Starts/Stops the energy metering mode.
- Displays the various energy parameters.
- The and buttons are used to display the status and energy metering measurement
Harmonic Order Display or + 2.6.2
Successive
presses on
short

Hz Function + HOLD Mode 2.6.3

Successive
presses on
short
Function
- First press: Displays the frequency of the
harmonic order previously selected using the
or buttons, instead of order hxx.
- Second press: Restores the display of order
Function
- Stores and displays the frequency with the RMS value and the DC component, then on a 2nd consecutive page, the crest factor CF.
- NOTE: The values displayed are those
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3 USE

3.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION

Insert the batteries supplied with the device as follows:
1. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the battery compartment cover (item 1) from the back of the housing.
2. Insert the 4x1.5V AA batteries supplied (item 2), observing polarities.
3. Close the battery compartment cover and screw it onto the housing.
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1
Figure 6 : Battery Compartment

3.2 TURNING ON THE INSTUMENT

With the rotary switch set in the OFF position, turn the switch to the desired
function. The display lights (all symbols) for a few seconds (see §1.3), then the selected function screen is displayed.
The clamp-on meter is now ready to make measurements.

3.3 TURNING OFF THE INSTUMENT

The clamp-on meter can be turned off in two ways:
Manually - Turn the switch to the OFF position.
Automatically - After ten minutes with no activity, the instrument will turn
OFF. Thirty (30) seconds before the device is switched off, an audible signal sounds intermittently. To re-activate the device, press any button or turn the rotary switch.
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