B&K Precision 393 User Manual

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Model: 392 and 393

Handheld Digital

Multimeters

USER MANUAL

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Safety Summary

The following safety precautions apply to both operating and maintenance personnel and must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Before applying power, follow the installation instructions and become familiar with the operating instructions for this instrument.

If this device is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of purchase immediately.

This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed to ensure safe operation as well as maintain the meter in a safe condition.

DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.

KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS

Instrument covers must not be removed by operating personnel. Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Disconnect the power cord before removing the instrument covers and replacing components. Under certain conditions, even with the power cable removed, dangerous voltages may exist. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them.

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY THE INSTRUMENT

Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modifications to this instrument. Return the instrument to B&K Precision for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

WARNING and CAUTION statements, such as the following examples, denote a hazard and appear throughout this manual. Follow all instructions contained in these statements.

A WARNING statement calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or condition, which, if not followed correctly, could result in injury or death to personnel.

A CAUTION statement calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or condition, which, if not followed correctly, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the product.

WARNING

To avoid potential fire or shock hazard:

Disconnect all leads, power adapter, and USB cable before opening the battery cover.

Do not turn on the instrument while the battery cover is removed.

Use only the included insulated test leads and power adapter supplied with the instrument.

Observe all markings and ratings on the instrument before connecting to the instrument.

While making measurements, verify that the performance ratings of instruments and accessories that are used meet the correct safety levels of the instrument.

Do not insert metal objects into any of the connectors.

Use the meter only as specified in this manual

Test the meter on a known voltage before using it to determine if hazardous voltage is present.

Never ground yourself when taking electrical measurements.

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Compliance Statements

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This product is subject to

Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) , and in jurisdictions adopting that Directive, is marked as being put on the market after August 13, 2005, and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Please utilize your local WEEE collection facilities in the disposition of this product and otherwise observe all applicable requirements.

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CE Declaration of Conformity

The power supply meets the requirements of 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive with the following standards.

Low Voltage Directive

-EN 61010-1

Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use-Part 1: General requirements

EMC Directive

-EN 61326-1: 2006

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Safety Symbols

 

Electrical Shock hazard.

 

Caution, refer to the operating user manual for

 

warning information to avoid hazard or personal

 

injury and prevent damage to instrument.

CATI

Category I overvoltage conditions.

 

Measurement instruments whose measurement

 

inputs are not intended to be connected to the

 

mains supply. The voltages in the environment

 

are typically derived from a limited-energy

 

transformer or a battery.

CATII

Category II overvoltage conditions.

 

Measurement instruments whose measurement

 

inputs are meant to be connected to the mains

 

supply at a standard wall outlet or similar sources.

CATIII

Category III overvoltage conditions.

 

Measurement instruments whose measurement

 

inputs are meant to be connected to the mains

 

installation of a building.

CATIV

Category IV overvoltage conditions.

 

Measurement instruments whose measurement

 

inputs are meant to be connected to the source of

 

power for a given building.

Environmental Conditions

The instrument may be operated in the following environment.

Operating Environment

0

°C to 40 °C

Storage Humidity

0

– 85% R.H.

Storage Environment

-20 °C to +70 °C

Pollution degree

Pollution degree 2

Measurement Category

CAT III, CAT IV

 

 

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Table of Contents

Safety Summary ..........................................................................

3

1

General Information.............................................................

9

 

1.1

Product Overview.........................................................

9

 

1.2

Package Contents .........................................................

9

 

1.3

Front Panel Overview .................................................

10

 

Front Panel Description ...................................................

11

2

Getting Started...................................................................

13

 

2.1

Using the Digital Multimeter ......................................

13

 

2.2

DC and AC Voltage Measurements ............................

13

 

2.3

DC and AC Current Measurements ............................

14

 

2.4

Make Resistance Measurements ...............................

16

 

2.5

Make Diode Measurements .......................................

17

 

2.6

Continuity Test ...........................................................

17

 

2.7

Make Capacitance Measurements .............................

18

 

2.8

Make Temperature Measurements ...........................

19

 

2.9

Make Frequency Measurements................................

20

 

2.10 Percent Duty Cycle Measurements ..........................

20

 

2.11

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

21

3

PC Communication.............................................................

21

4

Specifications .....................................................................

22

10

Maintenance ....................................................................

28

 

Cleaning................................................................................

28

 

BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT .....................................

28

SERVICE INFORMATION ............................................................

29

LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY.............................................

30

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1 General Information

1.1Product Overview

The B&K Precision 392 and 393 handheld digital multimeters provide standard measurement functions, which include AC and DC voltage, AC and DC current, resistance, capacitance, diode, and continuity.

Features:

60,000 Count display resolution

DC Voltage measurement up to 1000 V

AC Voltage measurement up to 750 V

AC and DC Current up to 20 A

USB interface for remote communication (model 393)

1.2Package Contents

Please inspect the instrument mechanically and electrically upon receiving it. Unpack all items from the shipping carton, and check for any obvious signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transportation. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately. Save the original packing carton for possible future reshipment. Every multimeter is shipped with the following contents:

1 x 392 or 393 Digital Multimeter

1 x 9 V Battery (inside battery compartment)

1 x User Manual

1 x Pair of TL 35A DMM test leads

1 x USB cable (model 393 only)

1 x CD utility software (model 393 only)

1 x Replacement fuse (500 mA)

1 x K-Type thermocouple

1 x Certificate of Compliance card

1 x Accessories pamphlet

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B&K Precision 393 User Manual

1.3Front Panel Overview

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AUTO POWER OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CATIII 1000V

 

 

 

K-Type

TRUE RMS AC+DC

CATIV 600V

 

 

30V

 

 

 

 

 

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20A/30sec

 

FUSED

 

1000V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

750V

 

 

 

 

 

FUSED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1 - Front Panel View

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