Amprobe AMP-330-TRMS Operating Manual

MAX 1000A 1000V CAT III 600V CAT IV

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AMP-330 AMP-330-EUR

1000A ACDC TRMS CAT IV Clamp Multimeter

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HOLD

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REC

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SELECT

CAT III 1000V CAT IV

600V

CRESTPEAK-RMS

AMP-330 / AMP-330-EUR

1000A ACDC TRMS CAT IV Clamp Multimeter

User Manual

English

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability

Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. 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 warranty on the behalf of Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized Amprobe 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 STATUTORY - INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, 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 Amprobe 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 service requested 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 defective test tool can be returned to your Amprobe distributor for an exchange for the same or like product. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on www. Amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you. Additionally, in the United States and Canada, in-warranty repair and replacement units can also be sent to an Amprobe Service Center (see address below).

Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – United States and Canada

Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to an Amprobe Service Center. Call Amprobe or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and replacement rates.

USA: Canada: Amprobe Amprobe Everett, WA 98203 Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X9 Tel: 877-AMPROBE (267-7623) Tel: 905-890-7600

Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe

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

Amprobe Europe* Beha-Amprobe In den Engematten 14 79286 Glottertal, Germany Tel.: +49 (0) 7684 8009 - 0 www.Amprobe.eu *(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address. European customers please

contact your distributor.)

AMP-330 1000A ACDC TRMS CAT IV Clamp Multimeter

CONTENTS

SYMBOL ......................................................................................................... 3

SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................. 4

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ..................................................................... 5

MEASUREMENTS ........................................................................................... 6

Measuring AC and DC Voltage ................................................................ 7

Voltage detection (NCV) .......................................................................... 8

Measuring AC and DC Current ................................................................ 9

Precise Low-Current Measurement ......................................................... 10

Microamps μA Measurement .................................................................. 11

Measuring Resistance, Continuity and Diode ........................................ 12

Measuring Capacitance and Temperature ............................................. 13

Measuring

Auto Power Off ........................................................................................ 15

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................. 16

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................... 17

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ........................................................................ 21

BATTERY REPLACEMENT ............................................................................... 21

& 3-Phase Rotation .................................................. 14

AMP-330 1000A ACDC TRMS CAT IV Clamp Multimeter

5 1

Jaw

Tactile Barrier

Jaw Release

Display

Backlight/Flashlight Button

REC/PEAK-RMS Button

SELECT Button

Antenna for Non-Contact

Voltage Detection

Precise Low Current

Measuring Location

Indicator of the Jaw Center

for Current Measurement

Rotary Switch

Data Hold/ZERO button

Input Terminals

25 24 23 22

Low battery indicator

Data hold

Alternative Current (AC)

Direct Current (DC)

AC + DC

Varable Frequency Dive

Negative reading

Relative zero is active

Precise low current

measurement mode

kΩ: KiloOhms

Hz: Hertz

μF: Microfarads

μA: Microamps

A: Amps

V: Volts

18 19

Motor rotation indicator

Phase rotation indicator

PEAK-RMS mode

(in-rush current) is active

Continuity buzzer is active

Diode test mode is active

Recording mode is active

Crest mode is active

MAX: MAX mode is active

MIN: MIN mode is active

AVG: AVG mode is active

Auto-ranging

SYMBOLS

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CAT IV

Application and removal from hazardous live conductors permitted

Caution! Risk of electric shock.

Caution! Refer to the explanation in this manual.

The equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

Earth (Ground).

Overvoltage Category IV is for installed at or near the origin of electrical supply to a building, between the building entrance and the main distribution board. Such equipment may include electricity tariff meters and primary over current protection devices.

Overvoltage Category lll is for equipment intended to form

CAT III

part of a building wiring installation. Such equipment includes socket outlets, fuse panels, and some mains installation control equipment.

Alternating Current (AC).

Direct Current (DC).

Battery.

Underwriters Laboratories. [Note: Canadian and US.]

Complies with European Directives.

Conforms to relevant Australian standards.

Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste.

Contact aqualified recycler.

SAFETY INFORMATION

The Meter complies with:

• UL/IEC/EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, Measurement category IV 600 V and Measurement category III 1000 V

• IEC/EN 61010-2-033

• IEC/EN 61010-2-032

• IEC/EN 61010-031 (test leads)

• EMC IEC/EN 61326-1

Measurement Category IV (CAT IV) is for installed at or near the origin of electrical supply to a building, between the building entrance and the main distribution board. Such equipment may include electricity tariff meters and primary over current protection devices.

Measurement Category III (CAT III) is for equipment intended to form part of a building wiring installation. Such equipment includes socket outlets, fuse panels, and some mains installation control equipment.

CENELEC Directives The instruments conform to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2004/108/EC.

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Warning: Read Before Using

To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury:

• Use the Meter only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the Meter might be impaired.

• Avoid working alone so assistance can be rendered.

• Never measure AC current while the test leads are inserted into the

input jacks.

• Do not use the Meter in wet or dirty environments.

• Do not use the Meter if it appears damaged. Inspect the Meter before

use. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the insulation around the connectors.

• Inspect the test leads before use. Do not use them if insulation is damaged or metal is exposed.

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