IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
TECHNICAL MANUAL
MODEL: 61-310
This Service Manual provides the following information:
● Precautions and safety information
● Specifications
● Basic maintenance (cleaning, replacing the battery and fuses)
● Performance test procedures
● Calibration and calibration adjustment procedures
Form Number: TM61310
Revision: 2. Date: August 2007
Form Number TM61310 Rev 2 Aug 2007
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
Introduction 1
Precautions and Safety Information 1
Symbols 1
Safety 2
Specifications 3
General Specifications 3
Measurement Characteristics 4
Voltage Specifications 4
Current Specifications 4
Resistance Specifications 5
Diode Check, Continuity, Temperature Specifications 5
Auto Power Off, Data Hold Function, Battery Test 5
Physical and Environmental Characteristics 6
Certifications and Compliances 6
Required Equipment 7
Basic Maintenance 8
Opening the Meter Case 8
Replacing the Battery 8
Replacing Fuses 9
Fuse Replacement 9
Cleaning 9
Performance Tests 10
Testing the Voltage Function 10/11
Testing the DC Current Function 11
Testing the Resistance Function 11/12
Testing the Diode and Continuity Functions 12
Testing the Temperature Function 12
Calibration 13
Calibrating DCV, ACV Functions 13
Calibration DC Current, Temperature 13
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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.
Th y.
e information provided in this document is for the use of qualified personnel onl
Caution
The 61-310 series contain parts that can be damaged by static discharge.
Follow the standard practices for handling static sensitive devices.
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Precautions and Safety Information
Use the meter only as described in the Se
pro
vided by the meter may be impaired. Read the “Safety Information” page before servicing
this
product.
In t hat pose hazard (s) to the user; a
his manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions t
Ca
ution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the meter or the test instrument.
The
Symbols
The symbols used on the meter and in this manual are explained in Table A.
e A. The Symbols
Tabl
rvice Manual. If you do not do so, the protection
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 uct or
view the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this prod
any
products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards, use the product only as specified.
For operating instructions, see the 61-310 Digital Multimeter Instruction Manual.
CAUTION: These statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to
the equipment or other property.
WARNING: These statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal
injury or loss of life.
Specific precautions
Use proper Fuse. To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified for this
pro
duct.
Do not operate without covers. To avoid personal injury, do not apply any voltage or current
to t
he product without covers in place.
Electric overload. Never apply a voltage to a connector on the product that is outside the
ran
ge specified for that connector.
Av d electric shock. To avoid injury or loss of life, do not connect or disconnect probes or test
oi
lea
ds while they are connected to a voltage source.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions. To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product
in w
et or damp conditions.
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SPECIFICATIONS
All
specifications are warranted unless noted typical and apply to the 61-310.
Sta ry
ted accuracies are at 23°C±5°C at less than 70% relative humidity and without the batte
ind
icator displayed.
Ge
neral specifications
Characteristics Description
Display count 3 ½ digit liquid crystal display, 1999 count
Numeric update rate 3 times / sec
Polarity display Automatic, positive implied
Over range display “OL“ is displayed
Low Battery indicator is indicated
Automatic power-off time Automatic backlight off = 30 minutes
Power source 9Vbattery, NEDA 1604, JIS006P, IEC6F22
Maximum input voltage 600V CAT II between V and COM
Maximum floating voltage 600V CATII between any termianl and earth ground
Maximum mA input current, V/ma and COM Fused 250mA at 250Vrms
Maximum A input current, 10A and COM 10A , not Fused, max time is no longer that 15 seconds
V connector V , V , , , , mA, Temperature
Temperature Coefficient 0.1×(Spec. Accuracy) per °C, <18°C or >28°C
Battery Life
Alkaline 9V, approximately 200 hours
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