IDEAL 61-312, 61-314 TECHNICAL MANUAL

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IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.

TECHNICAL MANUAL

MODELS: 61-312
61-314
The Service Information provides the following information:
Precautions and safety information
Specifications
Performance test procedures
Calibration and calibration adjustment procedures
Form Number: TM61312-4
Revision: 2. Date: August 2007
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TABL
E OF CONTENTS
Page
Introduction
Precautions and Safety Information 1
Symbols 1
Safety 2
Specifications 3
General Specification 3
Measurement Characteristics 4
Voltage Specification 4
Current Specifications 5
R inuity, Capacitance Specifications esistance, Diode, Cont 6
Frequency, Temperature Specification 7
Auto Power Off, Data Hold 7
P haracteristics hysical and Environmental C 8
Certifications and Compliances 8
Required Equipment 9
Basic Maintenance 10
Opening the Meter Case 10
Replacing the Battery 10
Replacing Fuses 11
Fuse Replacement 11
Cleaning 11
Performance Tests 12
Testing the Display 12
T unction esting the Voltage F 13
T ns esting the DC Current Functio 14
T 14esting the AC Current Functions /15
Testing the Resistance Function 16
T ontinuity Functions esting the Capacitance, Diode, C 17
T 17esting the Frequency Function /18
Testing the Temperature Function 18
Calibration 19
Calibrating Adjustment, DCV, ACV DCA and Temperature Functions 19/20
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Introduction
Warning
To av ures
oid shock or injury, do not perform the verification tests or calibration proced
described in the manual unless you are qualified to do so.
The information provided in this document is for the use of qualified personnel only.
Caution
The 61-312 and 61-314 series contain parts that can be damaged by static discharge.
Follow the standard practices for handling static sensitive devices.
For add isit itional information about IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. and it s products, and services, v
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. web site at:
www.idealindustries.com

Precautions and Safety Information

Us
e the meter only as described in the Service Manual. If you do not do so, the protection
pr
ovided by the meter may be impaired. Read the “Safety Information” page before servicing this
pr
oduct.
In
this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazard (s) to the user; a
Ca
ution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the meter or the test instruments.

The Symbols

Th
e symbols used on the meter and in this manual are explained in Table A.

Table A. The Symbols

Risk of electric shock
Refer to the manual. Important information.
DC measurement
Equipment protected by double or reinforced
insulation
Battery
Earth
AC measurement
Conforms to EU directives
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SAFETY

Re
view the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or
an ied.
y products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use the product only as specif
For operating instructions, see the 61-312 / 61-314 Digital Multimeter Instruction Manual.
CAUTION: These statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to
the equipment or other property
WARNIN actices that could result in personal
Use proper F only the fuse type and rating specified for this
product.
Do not operate without covers. To avoid personal injury, do not apply any voltage or current to
the product without covers in place.
Do s marked on the meter.
not Exceed the maximum rated input limits, a
El outside the range
ectric overload. Never apply a voltage to a connector on the product that is
specified for that connector.
Av or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect probes or test
oid electric shock. To avoid injury
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Do hock, do not operate this product in
not operate in wet/damp conditions. To avoid electric s
wet or damp conditions.
G: These statements identify conditions or pr
injury or loss of life.
use. To avoid fire hazard, use
.
Use great care when you are required to make measurements on live circuits that exceed 50V.
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SPECIFICATIONS

Al
l specifications are warranted unless noted typical and apply to the 61-312 & 61-314
St tery
ated accuracies are at 23°C±5°C at less than 80% relative humidity and without the bat
in
dicator displayed.
G
eneral specifications
Characteristics Description
Display count 3 3/4 digit liquid crystal display, max count 3999
Numeric update rate 1.5 times / sec
Polarity display Automatic
Over range display “OL” is displayed
Low battery indicator is indicated
Automatic power-off time Automatic backlight off 15minutes
1.5V AAA ×2 battery for 61-312
Power source
9.0V battery: types- NEDA 1604, JIS006P, IEC6F22 fo
61-314
r
*Maximum input voltage 600Vrms CAT II between V and COM
*Maximum floating voltage 600Vrms CAT II between any terminal and earth ground
Maximum input current 400mA between mA and COM
Overload protection mA connector 500mA (250V) fast blow fuse.
Overload protection 10A connector 10A (250V) fast blow fuse.
V connector V , V , , , , , Hz, mA, Temp
Temperature Coefficient 0.1×(Spec. Accuracy) per °C, <18°C or >28°C
Alkaline 1.5V×2 AA, 200 hours for 61-312 Alkaline 9V
Battery Life
200 hours for 61-314
,
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Measurement Characteristics

Ac curacy is ±(% reading + number of digits) at 23°C ± 5°C, less than 80% R.H.

(1) DC Volts(for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Over voltage
protection
400.0mV 0.1mV
4.000V 1mV
40.00V 10mV
±(0.8% reading + 4 digits) 600V rms
400.0V 100mV
600V 1V
In put Impedance: 10M

(2a) AC Volts (61-312 only)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Over voltage
protection
4.000V 1mV
40.00V 10mV
400.0V 100mV
600V
1V
50-60Hz
1.2% + 5
40-400Hz
1.5% + 5
600V rms
Input Impedance: 4.5M
AC
Conversion Type: 61-312: Average sensing rms indication calibrated to the sine wave
in
put.

(2b) AC Volts (61-314 only)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Over voltage
Protection
4.000V 1mV
40.00V 10mV
400.0V 100mV
600V
1V
50-60Hz
1.2% + 8
40-400Hz
1.5% + 8
600V rms
Input Impedance: 4.5M
AC onding,
Conversion Type:61-314 model only: AC conversion is ac-coupled, True RMS resp
ca
librated to a sinusoidal waveform
Cr
est Factor: C.F. = Peak/RMS
For non-sinusoidal waveform, C.F. > 2 add ±1% to accuracy,
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(3a) DC micro-amp and milli-amps (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy Input Prodection
400.0µA 0.1μA
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4000µA 1μA
±(1.2% reading + 5 digits)*
40.00mA 10μA
500mA, 250V Fast
Blow Fuse
400.0mA 0.1mA
Overload Protection: mA Input: 500mA, 250V Fast Blow fuse. (61-312 / 61-314)

(3b) DC Current (61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy Input Protection

4.000A .001mA ±(1.5% reading + 5 digits)
10.00A* .01mA
10A, 250V
Fast Blow Fuse
Overload Protection: A Input: 10A, 250V Fast Blow fuse. (61-312 / 61-314)
*
Caution: Do not make high current measurements on the 10A scale for longer that 15 seconds
This should be followed by a 15 minute cool down period. Exceeding 15 seconds may cause damag to the meter and/or the test leads.

(4a) AC micro-amp and milli-amps Current (61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy Input Protection
400.0µA 0.1μA
4000µA 1μA
40.00mA 10μA
±(1.5% reading + 5 digits) *
40Hz
~ 400Hz
1
500mA, 250V
Fast Blow Fuse
400.0mA 0.1mA
Overload Protection: mA Input: 500mA, 250V Fast Blow fuse. (61-312 / 61-314)
.
e

(4b) AC Current (61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy Input Protection

4.000A .001mA
10.00A* .01mA
Overload Protection: A Input: 10A (250V) Fast Blow fuse.
Conversion Type: AC conversions are ac-coupled, true rms responding, calibrated to the
AC
e wave input.
1
The specified accuracy is for sine wave at full scale and non-sine wave at half scale with cres
*
ctor up to 2.
fa
*
Caution: Do not make high current measurements on the 10A scale for longer that 15 seconds
This should be followed by a 15 minute cool down period. Exceeding 15 seconds may cause damag to the meter and/or the test leads.
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sin
±(2.0% reading + 5 digits) *
40Hz
~ 400Hz
1
10A, 250V
Fast Blow Fuse
t
.
e
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(5) Resistance (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Over voltage
400.0*1 0.1
4.000K 1
±(1.0% reading + 4 digits)
40.00K 10
400.0K 100
4.000M 1K ±(1.2% reading + 4 digits)
40.00M*2 10K ±(1.5% reading + 5 digits)
pen circuit Voltage: -1.5V approx.
O
1
< 5 digit of reading rolling.
*
2
< 2% of reading rolling.
*

(6) Diode Check and Continuity (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Max. Test
Current
1mV Not specified * <1mA, approx. 1.5V, approx.
O
verload Protection: Not specified
Co
ntinuity: Built-in buzzer sounds when resistance is less than approximately 30 with a
re
sponse time of approximately 100 msec.
protection
250V rms
Max. Open
Circuit Voltage

(7) Capacitance (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy
Over voltage
Protection
4.000nF *1 1pF ±(3% reading + 5 digits)
40.00nF 10pF
400.0nF 100pF
4.000μF 1nF
±(3% reading + 5 digits)
250V rms
40.00μF 10nF
100μF 100nF
4.000mF *1 1μF ±(5% reading + 20 digits) *
2
40.00mF *1 10μF
1
*
In this range the accuracy is not applicable and the reading maybe rolling within spec
2
*
Specify reading
automatically. Each measurement takes about
Note: The meter selects the proper range
< half full scale of range.
ification.
one second per range. Readings >40.00μF will take 8 seconds or greater
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(8) Frequency (for 61-312 / 61-314)

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Range Resolution Sensitivity Accuracy
10.00Hz .01Hz
100.0Hz .1Hz
1.000KHz 1Hz
10.00KHz 10Hz
1V rms
Frequency:
(±0.3% + 4 digits)
100.0KHz 100Hz
1.000MHz 1KHz
5V rms
10.00MHz 10KHz

(9) Temperature: Type K thermocouple (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Range Resolution Accuracy
-20 to 300 ºC
301 to 750 ºC
±1.0% + 4
±3.0% + 5
protection
Not Specified
-4 to 572 ºF
573 to 1382ºF
±1.0% + 4
±3.0% + 5

(10) Auto Power Off (APO)

If
the meter idles for more than ≈ 15 minutes, the meter automatically turns the power off.

(11) Data Hold

Overload
protection
250V rms
Overload
Pr
ess the HOLD button to freeze the reading in the display, “H” will appear on LCD display.
Pr
ess the HOLD button again to release the data hold function.
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Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Characteristics Description
Dimensions (H×W×D)
150mm(H) ×76mm (W) ×38mm(D) (with holster)
5.9” (H) x 3.0”(W) x1.5”(D)
Weight (with battery& holster) 0.219Kg (7.1 oz.)
Environmental characteristics Description
Temperature operating 0 to +40°C
Non-Operating -20 to +60°C <80% R.H.
Humidity (operating) <70% R.H.
Altitude 6561.7 Ft. (2000m)
Indoor Use Indoor Use

Certifications and compliances

S
afety
Input Safety Rating
Complies with UL 61010B-1
V / /Temp/mA, UL 61010B-1, UL 61010-B-2-031, EU 61010-1 EN61010-2-031, Cat IV 600Volts, Cat III 1000V
CAT IV: Service drop to service entrance,
Pollution Degree 2
E
C Declaration
o
f Conformity
CAT III: Distribution level mains, fixed installation. CAT II: Local level mains, appliances, portable equipment
CAT I: Signal level, special equipment or parts of equipment,
teleco
mmunication, electronics.
Do not operate in environments where conductive
Pollutants may be present.
Meets the intent of Directive 89/336/EEC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC for product
safety. Compliance was demonstrated to the following sp
as listed in the official Journal of the European Communities:
En 55011 Class
En 50082-1 Immunity:
atic Discharge
IEC 801-2 Electrost
IEC 801-3 RF Radiated
En 61010-1 Safety requirements for
measurement, control, and laboratory use.
A: Radiated and Conducted Emissions.
electrical equipment for
ecifications
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Required Equipment

Re
quired equipment is listed in Table B. If the recommended models are not available,
eq
uipment with equivalent specifications may be used.
Re
pairs or servicing should be performed only by qualified personnel.
Ta
ble B. Required Equipment
Equipment Required Characteristics Recommended Model
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Calibrator
AC Voltage Range: 0 Accuracy: ±0.07% (Basic)
Frequency Range: 40 Accuracy: ±2%
DC Voltage Range: 0 Accuracy: ±0.006% (Basic)
Current Range: 0 Accuracy: AC (40 Hz t o 1K Hz): ±0.08% (B
DC: ±0
Frequency Accuracy: ±0.001%
Amplitude Accuracy: ±5%
Resistance Rang Accuracy
Capacitance Range: 1pF Accuracy
.02% (Basic)
Source: 5.00Hz
: 0.5V p-p
: ±0.03% (Basic)
: ±0.10% (Basic)
~ 750V AC
~ 1KHz
~ 1000V DC
~ 10A
~ 100MHz
~ 1.0V p-p (square wave)
~ 100M
e: 1
~ 10mF
Fluke 5500 or Wavetek
9100 Calibrator or
equipment
asic)
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Basic Maintenance

Warning
To ing
avoid shock, remove the test leads and any input signals before opening the case or replac
th
e battery or fuses.

Opening the Meter Case

Caution
To ctive
avoid unintentional shock circuit, always place the uncovered meter assembly on a prote
su
rface. When the case of the meter is open, circuit connections are exposed.
1. Disconnect test leads from any live source, turn the rotary switch to OFF, and remove th
test leads from front terminals.
2. For battery replacement, follow instructions under Replacing the Battery section
3. For Fuse replacement, follow instructions under Fuse Replacement section.

Replacing the Battery

Th
e 61-312 Meter is powered by (2) AAA 1.5V batteries,
Th
e 61-314 Meter is powered by (1) 9V battery, types are, NEDA 1604, JIS006P, IEC 6F22
1. Remove the rubber holster
2. Remove the two screws on the battery cover and open the battery cover
3. Unsnap or remove the old battery(s) and snap or install the new battery(s)
4. Return the battery cover and reinstall the two battery cover screws.
5. Replace the rubber boot.
e

Battery and Fuse Replacement

Figure 1
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Replacing Fuses

Warning
To av
oid electrical shock, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the
batte
ry or fuses. To prevent damage or injury, INSTALL ONLY quick acting fuses with the
follow
ing Volt/Amp current interrupt rating:
F312: 500mV, 250V Fast Blow Fuse
F314: 10A, 250V Fast Blow Fuse

Fuse Replacement

The 61-312 and 61-314 are fused in both the VmA input and 10A input port.
The VmA input port is fused by a F312: 500mV, 250V FAST BLOW fuse.
The 10A input port is fused by F314: 10A, 250V FAST BLOW fuse.
1. Remove the rubber holster
2. Remove the two screws on the battery cover and open the battery cover
3. Remove the two screws under the battery cover.
4. Unsnap or remove the old battery, and remove the back case cover.
5. * Replace the defective fuse with the standard rated fuse for this meter
6. Return the back case cover. Reinsert the case screws.
a. It is recommended you replace the old battery(s) with new battery(s).
7. Return the battery cover and reinstall the two battery cover screws.
8. Replace the rubber boot.

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*
CA
UTION: Use only a fuse with the amperage, interrupt voltage, and speed rating
sp
ecified.

Cleaning

Warning
To av d
oid electrical shock or damage to the meter, never allow water inside the case. To avoi
dama
ging the meter’s housing, never apply solvents to the meter.
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Performance Tests

Th
e following performance tests verify the complete operability of the meter and check the
ac
curacy of each meter function against the meter’s specifications.
Fo nual.
r operating instructions, see the 61-312 / 61-314 Digital Multimeter Instruction Ma
Accuracy specifications are valid for a period of one year after calibration, when measured at an
op
erating temperature of 18°C to 28°C and a maximum of 80% relative humidity.
To erform the following tests, it is not necessary to open the case, no adjustments are
p
ne ne if
cessary, merely make the required connections, apply the designated inputs, and determi
th
e reading on the meter display falls within the acceptable range indicated.
If the meter fails any of these tests, it needs calibration adjustment or repair.
esting the Display
T
Check display as unit is powered up. You may need to power up and down several times to
co
nfirm display segments and HOLD indicator.

LCD Graphics 61-312 / 61-314

Figure 2 Display Test
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Testing the Voltage Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

To verify accuracy in the AC and DC voltage ranges, do the following:
1. Turn the rotary switch to “V
” position.
Press the SEL Button to select the DC function
2. Connect the calibrator to the V
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
3. Set the calibrator for the voltage and frequency for steps 1 through 7 in Table 1.
4. Compare the reading on the meter display with the display reading shown in Table 1.
meet specification.

Table 1 DC Voltage Test:

Step Range Input Reading
1 400mV -300.0mV -297.2 to –302.8
2 400mV 4.0mV 3.6 to 4.4
3 400mV 300.0mV 297.2 to 302.8
4 4V 3.000V 2.972 to 3.028

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5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 1, the meter does not
5 40V 30.00V
6 400V 300.0V
7 600V 600V
29.72 to 30.28
297.2 to 302.8
591 to 609
6. Turn the rotary switch to position. “V
Press the SEL Button to select the AC function
7. Set the calibration for the voltage for steps 1 through 10 in Table 2.
8. Compare the reading on the meter display with the display reading shown in Table 2.
meet specification.
9. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 2, the meter does not
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Table 2 AC Voltage Test:

Step Range Input Frequency Reading 61-312 Reading 61-314
1 4V 3.000V 60Hz 2.959 to 3.041 2.959 to 3.041
2 4V 3.000V 400Hz 2.950 to 3.050 2.947 to 3.053
3 40V 30.00V 60Hz 29.59 to 30.41 29.59 to 30.50
4 40V 30.00V 400Hz 29.50 to 30.50 29.47 to 30.53
5 400V 300.0V 60Hz 295.9 to 304.1 295.9 to 304.1
6 400V 300.0V 400Hz 295.0 to 305.0 294.7 to 305.3
7 600V 600V 60Hz 588 to 612 588 to 612
8 600V 600V 400Hz 586 to 614 583 to 617

Testing the DC microamperes Function (for 61-312 and 61-314)

To verify the accuracy of AC and DC current measurement functions, do the following:
1. Connect the calibrator to the V
2. Turn the rotary switch to µA
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
.
a. Press the SEL Button to select the DC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 3 in Table 3a.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your m
in Table 3a
5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 3a, the meter does no
meet specification.

Table 3a DC microamperes Test:

eter
t

Step Range Source Reading

1 400µA 4.0µA 3.5 to 4.5
2 400µA 300.0µA 295.9 to 304.1
3 4000µA 3000µA 2959 to 3041

Testing the DC milliamperes Function (for 61-312 and 61-314)

1. Connect the calibrator to the V
2. Turn the rotary switch to mA
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
.
a. Press the SEL button to select the DC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 2 in Table 3b.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your m
eter
in Table 3b
t 5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 3b, the meter does no
meet specification.
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Table 3b DC mA Test:

Step Range Source Reading
1 40mA 30.00mA 29.59 to 30.41
2 400mA 300.0mA 295.9 to 304.1

Testing the DC ampere Function (for 61-312 and 61-314)

1. Connect the calibrator to the 10A and COM inputs on the meter.
2. Turn the rotary switch to A
.
a. Press the SEL button to select the DC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 2 in Table 3c.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your m
in Table 3c
meet specification.

Table 3c DCA Test:

Step Range Source Reading
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eter
t 5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 3c, the meter does no
1 4A 3.000A 2.959 to 3.041
2 10A 10.00A 9.80 to 10.20

Testing the AC microampere Function (for 61-312 and 61-314)

To
verify the accuracy of AC and DC current measurement functions, do the following:
1. 1.Connect the calibrator to the V
2. Turn the rotary switch to µA
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
.
a. Press the SEL button to select the AC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 6 in Table 4a.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your
meter in Table 4a
5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 4a, the meter does not
meet specification.
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Table 4a AC microampere Test:

Step Range Source Frequency Reading
1 400µA 40µA 60Hz 29.0 to 40.9
2 400µA 40µA 400Hz 29.0 to 40.9
3 400µA 300.0µA 60Hz 295.0 to 305.0
4 400µA 300.0µA 400Hz 295.0 to 305.0
5 4000µA 3000µA 60Hz 2950 to 3050
6 4000µA 3000µA 400Hz 2950 to 3050

Testing the AC milliampere function: (for 61-312 and 61-314)

1. Connect the calibrator to the V
2. Turn the rotary switch to mA
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
.
a. Press the SEL button to select the AC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 4 in Table 4b.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your m
in Table 4b
meet specification.
eter
t 5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 4b, the meter does no

Table 4b AC mA Test:

Step Range Source Frequency Reading
1 40mA 30.00mA 60Hz 29.50 to 30.50
2 40mA 30.00mA 400Hz 29.50 to 30.50
3 400mA 300.0mA 60Hz 295.0 to 305.0
4 400mA 300.0mA 400Hz 295.0 to 305.0

Testing the AC A function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

1. Connect the calibrator to the V
2. Turn the rotary switch to A
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
.
a. Press the SEL button to select the AC function
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 4 in Table 4c.
4. For each input, compare the reading on the meter display to the reading for your m
in Table 4c
meet specification.
eter
t 5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 4c, the meter does no
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Table 4c AC A Test:

Step Range Source Frequency Reading
1 4A 3.000A 60Hz 2.935 to 3.065
2 4A 3.000A 400Hz 2.935 to 3.065
3 10A 10A 60Hz 9.75 to 10.25
4 10A 10A 400Hz 9.75 to 10.25

Testing the Resistance Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

To
verify the accuracy of the resistance function, do the following:
1. Connect the calibrator to V
Hz and COM on the meter.
2. Turn the rotary switch to .
3. Apply the inputs for steps 1 through 7 in Table 5.
4. Compare the meter display readings to the display readings in Table 5.
5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 5, the meter does not
meet specification.
Table 5 Resistance Test:
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Step Range Source Reading

1 400* 4.0 3.6 to 4.4
2 400Ω* 300.0Ω 296.6 to 303.4
3 4k 3.000K 2.966 to 3.034
4 40k 30.00K 29.66 to 30.34
5 400k 300.0K 296.6 to 303.4
6 4M 3.000M 2.960 to 3.040
7 40M 30.00M 29.50 to 30.50
*Lead resistance on the 400 range is not included in error.
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Testing the Capacitance Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

Th
e meter measures capacitance by charging the capacitor with a known direct current,
m
easuring the resultant voltage, and calculating the capacitance. If the same capacitance is
m
easured on an impedance bridge, a different reading may result. This variance is likely to be
gr
eater at higher frequencies.
To verify the accuracy of the capacitance measuring function, do the following:
1. Apply the capacitor to the V
Hz and COM inputs on the meter. For steps1 through 6 i
Table 6.
2. Turn the rotary switch to
.
3. Compare the reading on the meter display to the reading in Table 6.
Note: The meter selects the proper range automatically. Each measurement takes about
one second per range. Readings >40.00μF will take 5 to 10seconds
specification.

Table 6 Capacitance Test:

Step Range Source Reading
n
t 4. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 6, the meter does not mee
1 40nF 10.000nF 9.65 to 10.35
2 40nF 30.00nF 29.05 to 30.95
3 400nF 300.0nF 290.5 to 309.5
4 4µF 3.000µF 2.905 to 3.095
5 40.00µF 30.00µF 29.05 to 30.95
6 100.0µF 100.0µF 96.5 to 103.5

Checking the Diode Test Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

To check the diode test function, do the following:
1. Connect the DVM (Digital Voltage Meter) leads to the V
meter.
2. Turn the meter’s rotary switch to
.
The DVM display should display OL
3. Insert a Si diode with correct polarity “+” and “-“
The meter display should read within 0.5~0.7Vdc
4. Reverse polarity on the Si diode
The meter display should read OL
5. Apply a 20-ohm resistor to the meter, the built-in buzzer buzzes.
.
Hz and COM inputs on the
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Testing the Frequency Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

To verify the accuracy of the meter’s frequency function, do the following:
1. Connect the calibrator to the V
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
Note: The accuracy of the calibrator’s frequency function must be appropriate for the
specified accuracy of the meter.
2. Set the rotary switch to Hz.
3. Set the calibrator or function generator for the square wave voltage and frequency
for steps 1 through 6 of Table 7.
4. Compare the reading on the meter display with the display reading shown in Table 7.
5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 7, the meter does not
meet specification.

Table 7 Frequency Test:

Step Range Source Level Reading

1 10Hz 9.0Hz 3V rms 8.969 to 9.031

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2 100Hz 90Hz
3 1kHz 900Hz
4 10kHz 9kHz
5 100kHz 90kHz
6 1MHz 900kHZ
3V rms
3V rms
3V rms
3V rms
3V rms
89.69 to 90.31
896.9 to 903.1
8.969 to 9.031
89.69 to 90.31
896.9 to 903.1
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Testing the Temperature Function (for 61-312 / 61-314)

To verify the accuracy of the meter’s frequency function, do the following:
1. Connect the calibrator to the V
Hz and COM inputs on the meter.
2. Set the rotary switch to the ºC or ºF as instructed in Table 8.
3. Set the calibrator temperature output to the source values in Table 8, steps 1 through 7
4. Com. pare the reading on the meter display with the display reading shown in Table 8.
5. If the display reading falls outside of the range shown in Table 8, the meter does not
meet specification.

Table 8 Temperature Test:

Step Ran
ge Source Reading
1 ºC -20 ºC -24 to –16
2 ºC 0 ºC -4 to 4
3 ºC 300 ºC 293 to 307
4 ºC 750 ºC 722 to 778
5 ºF -4 ºF -8 to 0
6 ºF 32 ºF 28 to 36
7 ºF 1382 ºF 1336 to 1428
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Calibration Procedure
Re
calibrate your meter:
It
is recommended that the multimeter be calibrated once each year.
1. P ty of
erform calibration at an ambient temperature of 23°C±2°C and a relative humidi
<70%. Disco e
front
terminals.
2. P e
osition the meter face down. Remove the battery cover screws and the 2 bottom cas
cove
r screws.
3. Lif nd
t the end of the bottom case cover until it gently unsnaps from the case top at the e
near
est the LCD.
(A
) DC V Calibration (Adjust VR1)
1. S
et the rotary switch to position “V
2. Set the output of DC calibrator for 300.0mV and connect to V//Temp and COM input
erminals on meter.
t
nnect the test leads and turn the meter off. Remove the test leads from th
”. Press the SEL button For the DC Volts Function.
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3. Usin R1 until the display reads 299.5 to
g a small flat-tipped screwdriver, adjust V
300.5mV
4. Disconnect the DC calibrator from the meter.
(B) AC V Calibration (Adjust VR2)
1. Set the rotary switch to positio
n. “V
” Press the SEL button For the AC Volts
Function.
2. Set the out
put of the calibrator for 3.000V at 60Hz. and connect to V//Temp and COM
input terminals on meter.
3. Using a small flat-tipped s
crewdriver, adjust VR2 until the display reads 2.995 to
3.005Volts.
4. Disconnect t
he AC calibrator from the meter.
(C) DC A Calibration (Adjust VR7)
1. Set the rotary switch to the "10
A “ position and use the SEL button to set DC
function.
2. Set the ou
3. Connect the calibrator current output to the
tput of the calibrator to 3A DC
10A and COM input terminals on
meter.
4. Using a
small flat-tipped screwdriver to adjust VR7 until the display reads 2.995 to
3.005 amps
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D) ºC Calibration (Adjust VR3)
1. Set the rotary switch to the "ºC " position.
2. Set the output of the calibrator to 0 ºC
3. Connect the calibrator temperature output to the V//Temp and COM input terminals
4. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver to adjust VR3 for a 0 ºC ±1ºC (-1 to 1) display
) ºC Calibration (Adjust VR5)
(E
1. Set the rotary switch to the "ºC " position.
2. Set the output of the calibrator to 300 ºC
3. Connect the calibrator temperature output to the V//Temp and COM input
4. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver adjust VR5 for a 300 ºC ±1 ºC (299 to 301) display
) ºF Calibration (Adjust VR4)
(F
1. Set the rotary switch to the "ºF " position.
2. Set the output of the calibrator to 32 ºF
3. Connect the calibrator temperature output to the V//Temp and COM input
4. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver adjust VR4 for a 32 ºF ±1ºF (31 to 33) display
) ºF Calibration (Adjust VR6)
(G
1. Set the rotary switch to the "ºF " position.
2. Set the output of the calibrator to 572 ºF
3. Connect the calibrator temperature output to the V//Temp and COM input
4. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver adjust VR6 for a 572 ºF ±2ºF (570 to 574) display
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