Amprobe ACDC-100, ACDC-100 TRMS Users Manual

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ACDC-100 TRMS
ACDC-100

Versatile AC/DC Clamp-on
Multimeter Series

ACDC-100 TRMS
ACDC-100

Versatile AC/DC Clamp-on
Multimeter Series

Users Manual

ACDC100_Rev002
© 2010 Amprobe Test Tools.
All rights reserved.

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English

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 1
year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries
or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other
warrant y on Amprobe’s behalf. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the
product with proof of purchase to an authorized Amprobe Test Tools Service Center or
to an Amprobe dealer or distributor. See Repair Section for details. THIS WARRANTY
IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES - WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STAUTORY - INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR MERCHANTABILIT Y, ARE HEREBY DISCL AIMED. MANUFAC TURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIREC T, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES,
ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages,
this limitation of liability may not apply to you.

Repair

All test tools returned for warranty or non-warranty repair or for calibration should be
accompanied by the following: your name, company’s name, address, telephone number,
and proof of purchase. Additionally, please include a brief description of the problem or
the ser vice reques ted and include the test leads with the meter. Non-warranty repair or
replacement charges should be remitted in the form of a check, a money order, credit card
with expiration date, or a purchase order made payable to Amprobe

In-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – All Countries

Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting repair.
During the warranty period any defec tive test tool can be returned to your Amprobe
Tools distributor for an exchange for the same or like produc t. Please check the “ Where to
Buy” section on ww w.amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you. Additionally, in the
United States and Canada In-Warrant y repair and replacement units can also be sent to a

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Amprobe

Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – US and Canada

Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to a Amprobe
Tools Service Center. Call Amprobe
current repair and replacement rates.

In USA In Canada

Amprobe Test Tools Amprobe Test Tools
Everett, WA 98203 Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X9
Tel: 877-AMPROBE (267-7623) Tel: [phone]

Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe

European non-warranty units can be replaced by your Amprobe
a nominal charge. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on w ww.amprobe.com for a
list of distributors near you.

European Correspondence Address*

Amprobe
In den Engematten 14
79286 Glottertal, Germany
Tel.: [phone] - 0

*(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address. European
customers please contac t your distributor.)

Test Tools Service Center (see address below).

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Test Tools or inquire at your point of purchase for

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Test Tools Europe

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➊ Hall-effect Clamp Jaw

for AC & DC current
electric field pick up

Hand/Finger Barrier

➋

to indicate the limits
of safe access of
the meter during
measurement

Push-buttons for

➌

special functions &
features

Input Jack for all

➍

functions EXCEPT non­invasive ACA & DCA
current functions

Common (Ground

➎

reference) Input
Jack for all functions
EXCEPT non-invasive
ACA & DCA current
functions

Slide-switch Selector

➏

to turn the power
ON/OFF and Select a
function

3-3/4 digits 4000

➐

counts LCD display

➑ Jaw trigger for

opening the clamp jaw

➒ Jaw center Indicators,

at where best ACA
& DCA accuracy is
specified

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Versatile AC/DC Clamp-on Multimeter Series

ACDC-100 TRMS / ACDC-100

CONTENTS

Symbols .............................................................................................................................................5

Safety Information ...........................................................................................................................5

Unpacking and Contents .................................................................................................................6

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................6

Features ...........................................................................................................................................6

Alignment marks .......................................................................................................................6

MAX / HOLD  .....................................................................................................................6

HOLD ..........................................................................................................................................7

MAX ............................................................................................................................................7

r Relative Zero mode ...............................................................................................................7

SELECT / Backlight ( �) ..............................................................................................................7

Manual or Auto-ranging ...........................................................................................................7

Auto Power Off function ..........................................................................................................7

Operation ........................................................................................................................................7

DC Voltage .................................................................................................................................7

AC Voltage .................................................................................................................................7

AC Current ..................................................................................................................................8

DC Current ..................................................................................................................................8

Resistance ...................................................................................................................................8

Continuity ...................................................................................................................................8

Diodes .........................................................................................................................................8

Capacitance ................................................................................................................................9

Maintenance and Repair ................................................................................................................9

Battery Replacement .................................................................................................................9

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................10

General Specifications ..............................................................................................................10

Electrical ..................................................................................................................................11

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SYMBOLS

Battery



Double insulated



Direct Current



Alternating Current



Conforms to relevant Australian



standards.

Do not dispose of this product as



unsorted municipal waste.

Application around and removal
from hazardous live conductors



is permitted

SAFETY INFORMATION

The ACDC-100 Series Digital Clampmeters conform to EN61010-1:2001; EN61010- 2-•
032:2002; CAT III 600 V, class 2 and pollution deg.2

This instrument is EN61010-1 certified for Installation Category III (600V). 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 600 Vdc/600 V ac rms between
the test lead and earth ground.

Refer to the manual

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Dangerous Voltage



Earth Ground



Audible tone



Complies with EU directives



Underwriters Laboratories.

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[Note: Canadian and US.]

Warnings and Precautions

Before and after hazardous voltage measurements, test the voltage function on a known •
source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning.

Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing meter functions.•
Inspect the Clampmeter, test leads and accessories before every use. Do not use any •

damaged part.
Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch exposed circuit elements •

or test probe tips.
Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.•
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.•
The meter is intended only for indoor use. To avoid electrical shock hazard, observe the •

proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 60 VDC or 30 VAC rms.
These voltage levels pose a potential shock hazard to the user.

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