ou are the new owner of a 2000 count portable digital multimeter and
we thank you for your choice.
This instrument complies with the specifications set out in the NF EN
61010-1, publication concerning safety requirements for electronic
measuring apparatus.
To get the best service from this instrument, read carefully this user's
manual and respect the detailed safety precautions.
The contents of this manual must not be reproduced in any form
whatsoever without our consent.
1.1 Precautions and safety measures
1.1.1 Preliminary
∗ This device can be used for measurements on category ΙΙΙ
installations, for voltages never exceeding 600 V (AC or DC)
relative to the earth.
∗ Definition of overvoltage categories (see IEC 664-1 publication) :
: The CAT I circuits are protected by measures limiting
CAT I
CAT II
transient overvoltages to appropriate low level.
Example
: The CAT II circuits are power supply circuits of
appliances or portable equipment with transient
overvoltages of an average level.
Example
: protected electronic circuits
: appliances and portable equipment
: The CAT III circuits are power supply circuits of power
CAT III
CAT IV
equipment with high transient overvoltages.
Example
:The CAT IV circuits may comprise very important
transient overvoltages.
Example
: fixed installation or industrial equipment
: primary supply level
∗ When using this multimeter, the user must observe all normal
rules concerning:
safety
- protection against the dangers of electric current.
- protection of the multimeter against misuse.
∗ For your own safety, only use the test probes supplied with the
instrument. Before use, check that they
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are in good condition.
1.1.2 During use
∗ Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in the specifications
for each type of measurement.
∗ When the multimeter is linked to measurement circuits, do not
touch unused terminals.
∗ When the range of the value to be measured is unknown, check that
the range initially set on the multimeter is the highest possible or,
wherever possible, choose the autoranging mode.
∗ Before changing functions, disconnect the test leads from the circuit
under test.
∗ In TV repair work, or when carrying out measurements on power
switching circuits, remember that high amplitude voltage pulses at the
test points can damage the multimeter.
Use of a TV filter will attenuate any such pulses.
∗ Never perform resistance or continuty measurements on live circuits.
1.1.3 Symbols
1.1.4 Instructions
∗ Before opening up the instrument, always disconnect from all sources
∗ Any adjustment, maintenance or repair work carried out on the
∗ A "qualified person" is someone who is familiar with the installation,
Warning: Risk of danger.
Refer to the operating manual to find out the nature of the potential
hazards and the action necessary to avoid such hazards.
Attention : Risk of electrical shock Earth terminal
Equipment protected throughout by double insulation.
The rubbish bin with a line through it means that in the European
Union, the product must undergo selective disposal for the
recycling of electric and electronic material, in compliance with
Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC.
Conforms CE
Power supply : 9 V (6LF22) battery
of electric current and make sure you are not charged with static
electricity, which may destroy internal components.
multimeter while it is live should be carried out only by appropriately
qualified personnel, after having taken into account the instructions in
this present manual.
construction and operation of the equipment and the hazards
involved. He is trained and authorized to energize and de-energize
circuits and equipment in accordance with established practices.
∗ When the instrument is opened up, remember that some internal
capacitors can retain a dangerous potential even after the instrument
is switched off.
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∗ If any faults or abnormalities are observed, take the instrument out
service and ensure that it cannot be used until it has been
of
checked out.
∗ It is recommended to remove the battery from the instrument if not
used.
1.2 Protection
This instrument is fitted with various protection mechanisms :
mechanisms
∗ Varistor protection for limiting transients of over 600 V at the VΩ
terminal, particularly 6 kV pulse streams as defined by the French
standard IEEE 587.
∗ A PTC (positive temperature coefficient) resistor protects against
permanent overvoltages of up to 600
continuity and diode test measurements. This protection is reset
automatically after overload.
V during resistance,
∗ An IP protection rating of 40.
1.3 Safety
mechanisms
∗ The battery unit cannot be accessed without first disconnecting
the measuring leads.
∗ If the maximum range is repeatedly exceeded, an intermittent
audible signal w
functions.
1.4 Warranty
This equipment is warranted against any defects of manufacture or
materials according to the general conditions of sale.
During the warranty period (1 year), defective parts will be replaced,
the manufacturer reserving the right to repair or replace the product. In
the event of the equipment being returned to the after sale department
or to a local agency, carriage to the centre shall be payable by the
customer. The warranty does not cover the following :
1. Repairs necessitated by m
association with incom
2.
Modification of the equipm
explicit authoriz
Repairs necessitated by attempts to repair or ma
3.
made by a person not approved by the manufacturer.
Adaptation to a specific app
4.
specifications of the equipm
Damage after a drop, a shock or flooding.
5.
arns the user in V
patible equipment.
ation of the manufacturer.
AC, VDC, mVDC, mVAC, IDC,
isuse of the equipment or use
ent or any related software without the
intain the product
lication not provided for in the
ent or the user manual.
in
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1.5 Maintenance and metrological verification
Return your instrument to your distributor for any work to be done
within or outside the guarantee.
1.6 Unpacking - Repackaging
This equipment has been fully checked out mechanically and
electrically before shipping.
All precautions have been taken to ensure that the instrument arrives
at its destination undamaged.
However, it is advisable to carry out a rapid check for damage
sustained in shipping. If there is any evidence of damage, make this
known immediately to the shipper.
*Should you need to return the multimeter, preferably use
the original packaging and indicate the reasons as clearly
as possible on an accompanying note.
1.7 Cleaning
Clean the instrument using a damp cloth and soap. Never use
abrasive or solvents.
1.8 Replacing the battery
) Before replacing the battery, disconnect test leads from any
circuit under test, turn the meter off and remove test leads
from the input terminals .
Use the following procedure :
1 - Disconnect test leads from any inputs terminals.
2 - Using an appropriate tool, slide off the case bottom of the
instrument.
3 - Replace the battery.
4 - Replace the removable part.
Portable 2000 count digital multimeter
BATTERY 9 V
6LF22
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2. DESCRIPTION
compact multimeter is a self-contained unit with an appropriate
This
mechanical construction, enables hand-held use.
It is designed for a high degree of safety use and comes with a
maximum protection and unrivalled performance.
2.1 Display
• Liquid crystal display 3 ½ digi
Function indicator : V, A, AC (default, otherwise DC),
•
measurement with clamp
•
T» : battery
« BA
• « 1 »,
discharge indicator
on the left hand side, blinks and a beep sounds except
ts (height of digits : 18 mm)
, Ω, ,
(optional)
in Ω function : overrange.
•
« MEM» :
• « AC » :
fixes the display
on the current value.
the voltage measured by
the instrument is an average
value.
• « RA
NGE » : manual mode in VDC, VAC, Ω
2.2
Keypad
« RANGE » key
•
Selection of the automatic (default) or manual mode: short press
< 1 sec. on the key
• Switch
:
, the beep sounds briefly.
from manual to autoranging mode : long press > 1 sec., no
ranges.
audible signal.
In manual mode, range selection : press successively
•
key.
the
• This key is operative in VAC, VDC, Ω
•
« M
• Fixes the display
Battery
EM » key
test in function
:
on the current value and memorises it (short
ranges.
> 1 sec. on
press).
•
A second short press returns the multimeter to normal mode.
2.3 Selector
A 10-position rotary selector switch gives access to :
•
AC voltage
switch
• DC voltage
Continuity (w
•
ith beep)
• Resistance
• Diode
•
Measurement with clamp (optional), wi
dening the field of
applications of the multimeter
• OFF : Off position (2 positions)
2.4 Terminals
•
V, Ω,
COM : terminal receiving the black lead
•
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(∅ 4 mm)
, : terminal receiving the red lead
3. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
AC or DC voltages
3.1
• Connect the leads to the multimeter (COM and V terminals)
connect it in parallel to the circuit to be tested.
•
Position the selector sw
itch on the voltmeter function « V or mV ».
• Automatic range selection : read the measured value.
•
Memorise it, if necessary, by pressing the « MEM » key.
• Overload : the beep sounds and « 1
» blinks.
• Specification in AC : from 5 % of the range.
and
3.1.1 mV
Range 20 mV
Resolution 0.01 mV 0.1 mV
Impedance
Accuracy ± 1.5 % R ± 5 digits ± 2 % R ± 15 digits
Protection600 Vrms
Bandwidth DC 40 Hz to 100 Hz
3.1.2 V
Range
Resolution 0.1 mV 1 mV 10 mV 0.1 V 1 V
Impedance
Accuracy DC ± 1 % R ± 4 digits
Accuracy
Protection600 Vrms
Bandwidth
(∗) in VDC only
3.2 Resistance
and mV
DC
and VAC positions
DC
- ± 1.5 % R ± 8 digits
AC
Never test a resistance on a live circuit.
• Connect the leads to the multimeter (COM and Ω
positions
AC
200 mV (∗)
DC
DC
5 MΩ
2 V 20 V 200 V 600 V
5 MΩ
DC : 40 Hz to 500 Hz
200 mVAC
3
terminals) and to
the circuit or the component to be tested.
•
Position the selector switch on the ohmmeter function « Ω ».
• Automatic range selection : read the measured value.
Memorise the value, if necessary, by pressing the « MEM » key.
•
• Overload : the beep sounds and « 1
• IΩ : <
0.4 mA
Range
Resolution
Accuracy ± 1 % R ± 4 digits
Voltage on
open circuit
Protection600 Vrms
200 Ω 2 kΩ 20 kΩ 200 kΩ 2000 kΩ 20 MΩ
0.1 Ω 1 Ω 10 Ω 100 Ω 1 kΩ 10 kΩ
» blinks.
± 1.5 % R
± 4 digits
< 2 V
MΩ
± 3 % R
± 4 digits
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3.3 Continuity sound test
• Connect the leads to the multimeter (COM and Ω terminals) and to the
circuit or the component to be tested.
• Position the selector switch on the continuity sound function :
• The audible beep stops when R > 750 Ω.
• Protection : <
• Output voltage on open circuit : < 2 V
3.4 Diode test
Never test a diode on a live circuit.
With this function, it is not only possible to test classic diodes, but also
LED’s or any other semiconductor in which the junction corresponds to a
direct voltage less than 3 V.
• Connect the leads to the multimeter (COM and terminals) and to
the circuit or component to be tested.
• Position the selector switch on the « » function :
ª in forward bias, the display gives the value of the junction in V
(resolution 1 mV)
- accuracy : ± 2 % R ± 15 mV
- voltage on open circuit : 7 V typical
- short circuit current : 0.4 mA
ª in reverse bias, the display indicates the open circuit voltage (> 2 V).
• Memorise, if necessary, by pressing the « MEM » key.
• For measurements > 2 V, press the « RANGE » key.
• Protection : <
3.5
Battery test
• Position the selector switch on function « » diode.
• Remove the leads from the input terminals.
• Press the « RANGE » key. If the display indicates « < 4 V », only few
hours battery life remain until « BAT » (battery discharge indicator) is
displayed.
600 Vrms.
600 Vrms.
) The displayed value corresponds to the battery voltage -2 V.
3.6 Current measurement (with clamp, optional)
• Connect the leads of the clamp to the terminals of the multimeter
• [V (clamp) and COM].
• Position the selector switch on function clamp « ».
• Input impedance > 10 MΩ
• Overload : the beep sounds and « 1 » blinks.
• Memorise, if necessary, by pressing the « MEM » key.
Multimeter Clamp
Range 0 to 200 A (*) 0.5 to 200 AAC
Resolution 0.1 A / 10 mV Ratio I/O : 100 mVDC / 1 AAC
Accuracy ± 1 % R ± 4 digits typical 2 %
Protection 600 Vrms
(*) Never perform any current measurement without clamp.
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4. G
ENERAL SPECIFICATIO
Mechanical
•
features
Dimensions : 170 x 80 x 35 mm
Weight (with battery) : 285 g
•
: Dimensions : 230 x 155 x 65 mm
Packing
Weight : 385 g
•
er supply
Pow
: 1 battery 9 V (type 6LF22 or 6LR61)
Battery life : approx. 300 hours with battery 6LR61
« BAT » : battery discharge indicator
•
Buzzer
: continuous beep for the continuity test
intermittent beep each time the switch is operated or
keys are pressed, and for overload indication
Response time < 500 ms
•
Climatic
conditions
Reference temprature : 23°C ± 5°C
Operating temperature : 0°C to 45°C
Use temperature : 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature : -20°C to 60°C
Relative humidity : use <
Protection rating : IP 40
•
Safety
: IEC 61010-1
Insulation : class 2
Pollution degree : 2
Indoor use
Altitude < 2000 m
CAT III, 600 V max. to earth
•
: Emission acc. EN 50081-1
EMC
Immunity acc. EN 50082-1
NS
:
:
80 %
storage <
Influence in range 20 mV
95 %
: + 2 mV
DC
Influence in range Ohm : + 0.5 %
(end of scale)
5. A
CCESSO
Delivered with the multimeter
5.1
1 set of test leads..........................................................AG0475A
RIES
1 battery 9 V (6LF22).......................................................AL0042