Milwaukee Tool 2206-20 User Manual [en, es, fr]

Cat. No.

No de cat.

2205-20
2206-20

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL de L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL del OPERADOR

FORK METERS
TESTEUR ÉLECTRIQUE À MÂCHOIRES OUVERTES
COMPROBADORES DE CORRIENTE TIPO HORQUILLA

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR'S
MANUAL.

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COMPRENDRE LE MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR.

PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE LESIONES, EL USUARIO DEBE LEER Y ENTENDER EL
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury, as well as instrument damage and/or damage to the equipment being tested.

Save these instructions - This operator’s manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for the MILWAUKEE Fork Meters. Before using, read this operator’s manual and
all labels on the Fork Meters.

DANGER

Never make measurement on a circuit in which voltage over AC1000V exists. Use only leads
rated 1000V or better.
Do not attempt to make measurement in the presence of fl ammable gases. Otherwise, the use
of the instrument may cause sparking, which can lead to an explosion.

Never attempt to use the instrument if its surface or your hand is wet.
Do not exceed the maximum allowable input of any measuring range.
Only test on unenergized circuits unless absolutely necessary.
Check tool functionality on a known circuit fi rst. Never assume tool is working. Assume circuits

are live until they can be proven de-energized.
Do not ground yourself while measuring. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-

faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
Never open the Battery cover during a measurement.
This instrument is to be used only in its intended applications or conditions. Otherwise, the

instrument's safety functions may not work, resulting in serious personal injury and instru­ment damage.

To reduce the risk of injury from shock and arc blasts, always wear personal protective
equipment where live conductors are exposed.

WARNING

Never attempt to make measurement if any abnormal conditions, such as broken case and
exposed metal parts are found on the instrument.

Do not rotate the Rotary Dial while the test leads are being connected.
Verify proper operation on a known source before use or taking action as a result of the indi-

cation of the instrument.
Do not install substitute parts or make any modifi cation to the instrument. For repair or re-

calibration, return the tool to a factory Service/Sales Support Branch or authorized service
station.

Do not try to replace the batteries if the surface of the instrument is wet.
Disconnect all the cords and cables from the object under test and power off the instrument

before opening the Battery Cover for Battery replacement.
This tool is designed to be powered by 2-AA batteries properly inserted into the MILWAUKEE

Fork Meters. Do not attempt to use with any other voltage or power supply.
Install battery according to polarity (+ and –) diagrams.
Do not leave batteries within the reach of children.
Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not mix brands (or types within brands) of batteries.
Properly dispose of used batteries.
Do not incinerate or dismantle batteries.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact

accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

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CAUTION

Set the Dial to an appropriate position before starting measurement.
Firmly insert the test leads.
Disconnect the test leads from the instrument for current measurement.
Do not expose the instrument to the direct sun, high temperature and humidity or dewfall.
Altitude 2000m or less. Appropriate operating temperature is within -10ºC and 50ºC.
Keep away from excess dust and water.
Be sure to power off the instrument after use. When the instrument will not be in use for a long

period, place it in storage after removing the batteries.
Use a cloth dipped in water or neutral detergent for cleaning the instrument. Do not use

abrasives or solvents.

General Specifi cations

earth ground.... 1000 V

approx. 5/8” (16 mm)

accuracy)/°C (<18°C or >28°C)

IEC 61010-2-32 (Clamp Assemblies),

Category IV 600V, Category III 1000V,

Cat III

Cat IV

Symbology

Read Operator’s Manual

Double insulation

Risk of electric shock

Indicates that this instrument can
clamp on bare conductors when
measuring a voltage correspond­ing to the applicable measurement
category, which is marked next to
this symbol.

Earth

Danger, Warning, or Caution ­Consult the operators manual for
additional safety information.

Battery compartment

European Conformity Mark

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
United States and Canada

Classifi cation of transient overvolt-
ages, based on nominal line voltage
to earth.

Do not dispose of this product as
unsorted municipal waste.

Accuracy is specifi ed for 1 year after calibration, at
operating temperatures of 18°C to 28°C (64°F to
82°F), with relative humidity at 0 % to 85 %.

Maximum voltage between any terminal and

Jaw Opening (maximum conductor size) ....

Temperature ....

Operating: -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Storage: -40°C to 60 °C (-40°F to 140°F)

Temperature Coeffi cient .... 0.1 x (specifi ed

Operating Altitude.... 2,000 meters

IP Rating

(International Dust and Water Protection).... IP54

Drop Test .... 1 Meter

Battery .... 2 AA, NEDA 15 A,IEC LR6

Battery Life .... Approx. 26 Hours all lights on.

Safety Compliances .... EN61010-1, UL 61010-1,

EN61010-031 (Probes),

IEC/EN 61010-1 2nd Edition for measurement

Pollution Degree 2, EMC EN61326-1

Certifi cations .... cULus, CE

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Lo-Z

Functions

Dial Position Range Resolution Accuracy
Voltage AC/DC
Current AC 200A 0.1A ±(3.0% + 3 dgt) 45-60 Hz

Resistance
Continuity

Capacitance (2206-20)

Current DC (2206-20)

Temperature C° / F°
(2206-20)

Low Input Impedance

Lo-Z

(2205-20)

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

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2

5

6

1

7

1. Light On/Off button

2. Hold button

3. Jaws

4. Light

5. NCV indicator

6. Dial

7. Display

8. Terminal inputs

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Cat. No.
2205-20

400V

1000V

400.0

4.000k

40.00k

400.0k

4.000M

40.00M
1000F1F

100.0F 0.1F

400.0A
1000A

-40ºC ~ 400ºC

-40ºF ~ 752ºF

400.0V

1000V

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Cat. No.
2206-20

Lo-Z

To avoid an electrical hazard, turn the Rotary
Dial to OFF and disconnect the test leads
before opening battery compartment or
replacing batteries.

Selecting C° or F°

1. Turn Rotary Dial to OFF and
disconnect the test leads.

2. Unscrew and remove bat­tery door and remove any
installed batteries.

3. Set the C°/F° switch to the
desired position.

4. Replace batteries according
to “Loading/Changing the Batteries.

5. Close the battery door and tighten screw se­curely.

Loading/Changing the Batteries

Replace batteries when the Low
Battery indicator is displayed.

1. Turn Rotary Dial to OFF and discon­nect the test leads.

2. Unscrew and remove battery door.

3. Insert two (2) AA batteries, according
to the polarity marked in the battery
compartment

4. Close the battery door and tighten screw
securely.

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0.1V/1V

0.1

0.001k

0.01k

0.1k

0.001M

0.01M

0.1A ±(1.0% + 2 dgt)

0.1°C

0.2°F

0.1V/1V ±(2.0% + 3 dgt) AC:45~500Hz

WARNING

: ±(1.5% + 5 dgt) 45-500 Hz

: ±(1.0% + 2 dgt)

±(1.0% + 5 dgt)
±(1.0% + 2 dgt)
±(1.0% + 2 dgt)
±(1.0% + 2 dgt)
±(1.0% + 2 dgt)
±(2.0% + 5 dgt)

±(1.9% + 2 dgt)

C°:±(1% + 2C°)
F°:±(1% + 3 F°)

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

WARNING

Only use MILWAUKEE test leads with the
MILWAUKEE Fork Meters.

Inspect test leads before each use. Use me­ter to run a continuity test.

Before Use

Confi rm the Rotary Dial is set to the correct position,
the instrument is set to the correct measurement
mode, and the Data hold function is disabled. Oth­erwise, desired measurement cannot be made.

LCD Backlight

The LCD backlight will turn off after about 3 minutes
of inactivity. Push any button or turn the rotary dial
to turn the backlight on.

Making a Measurement

Voltage

DANGER

To avoid electrical shock:
Never make measurement on a circuit in
which voltage over AC 1000V or DC 1000V
exists.
Do not use with the Battery Cover removed.
Keep fi ngers behind the guards and away
from test lead tips during measurements.

1. Set the Dial to
tion.

2. Connect the red test lead
to the V terminal and the
black test lead to the COM
terminal.

3. AC: Connect the test leads
to the circuit under test. The
reading is displayed.

DC: Connect the red test

lead to the positive (+)
side and black test leads
to the negative (-) side of
the circuit under test. The
reading is displayed. A reversed connection is
indicated as a negative value.

posi-

Lo-Z Low Input Impedance

(Cat. No. 2205-20 only)

Automatic voltage detection
(AC or DC).

1. Set the Dial to Lo-Z posi-

tion.

2. Connect the red test lead
to the V terminal and the
black test lead to the COM
terminal.

3. AC: Connect the test leads
to the circuit under test. The
reading is displayed.

DC: Connect the red test

lead to the positive (+) side
and black test leads to the negative (-) side of
the circuit under test. The reading is displayed.
A reversed connection is indicated as a negative
value.

DANGER

To avoid electrical shock:
Never make measurement on a circuit in

which voltage over AC 1000V or DC 1000V
exists. Jaws are designed not to short the
circuit under test. If equipment under test has
exposed conductive parts, however, extra
precaution should be taken to minimize the
possibility of shorting.

Do not use with the Battery Cover removed.
Disconnect the test leads from the instrument

for current measurement.

Current

1. Set the Dial to
position.

2. Run the conduc­tor through the
jaws. The read­ing is displayed.

NOTE: Do not

place 2 or more
wires between
jaws at the same
time. Place wire between arrows. Otherwise,
irregular results will occur.

CAUTION

Maximum conductor size is approx 5/8”
diameter.

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Correct

Incorrect

Incorrect

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock for
Resistance, Continuity, and Capacitance
measurements, never use the meter on an
energized circuit. Make sure a capacitor is
fully discharged before touching or attempt­ing to make a measurement.

Do not use with the Battery Cover removed.

Resistance

1. Set the Dial to position.

2. Connect the red test lead
to the V terminal and the
black test lead to the COM
terminal.

Confirm “OL” is indicated

on the display, and then
short-circuit the tips of test
leads to make the indication
zero.

3. Connect the test leads to
the both ends of the resistor
under test.

4. The reading is displayed.

CAUTION

After shorting the test leads, the displayed
value may not be zero due to the resistance
of test leads themselves.

Continuity

1. Set the Dial to position.

2. Connect the red test lead
to the V terminal and the
black test lead to the COM
terminal.

Confi rm “OL” is indicated

on the display, and then
short-circuit the tips of
test leads to make the
indication zero. A buzzer
will sound.

3. Connect the test leads
to the both ends of the
conductor under test. If
the resistance under test
is 30  or less, the buzzer
will sound.

Capacitance

(Cat. No. 2206-20 only)

1. Set the Dial to position.

2. Connect the red test lead
to the V terminal and the
black test lead to the COM
terminal.

3. Discharge capacitor.

4. Connect the test leads to the
both ends of the capacitor
under test.

5. The reading is displayed.

DANGER

To avoid electrical shock:
Never make measurement on a circuit in
which voltage over AC 1000V or DC 1000V
exists.
Do not use with the Battery Cover removed.

Current

Flame Rectifi cation Circuit Test
(Cat. No. 2206-20 only)

1. Set the Rotary Dial to

position. DC mark

is displayed.

2. Connect the red test
lead to the V terminal
and the black test lead
to the COM terminal.
Contact the red test
lead to the fl ame sen-
sor probe and the black
test lead to the control
module.

3. Turn on the heating unit. The reading is dis­played.

Flame

sensor

probe

Control

Module

CAUTION

When current fl ows from the display side to
the underside of the meter, the polarity is
positive; fl ow from underside to display side,
the polarity is negative.

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Temperature (Cat. No. 2206-20 only)

WARNING

Never connect the Temperature Probe to an
energized circuit.

1. Set the Rotary Dial to
tion.

2. Connect the K-type Tem­perature Probe to the input
terminal. The positive (+)
side of Probe should be
connected to V.

3. Place the probe sensor in
the desired location.

4. The reading is displayed.

posi-

Non-Contact Voltage Detection (NCVD)

DANGER

The LED may not be displayed due to instal­lation condition of electrical circuit or equip­ment. Never touch the circuit under test to
avoid possible danger even if the LED for
NCVD is not displayed.

Check the functionality of LED on a well­known power supply prior to measurement.
When the LED doesn’t light up, do not make
measurement.

NCVD indication is affected by external volt­age, and how the meter is held or placed.

When the meter is on in any
function, the non-contact volt­age detector will indicate with a
Red LED on the display when
an electric fi eld exceeding 90V
is detected. Place the edge of
either the jaw near the electric
fi eld.

CAUTION

When the dial is set to , the room tempera­ture should be displayed. If anything else is
displayed, something may wrong with the
meter. Stop using the meter immediately.

HOLD Key

Data Hold Function - Freezes the value on the
display. Press the “HOLD” button to freeze the
reading. The reading will be held regardless of
subsequent variation in input. HOLD is displayed
with the reading. To exit Data Hold mode, press the
HOLD button again.

SMART HOLD: The meter will beep continuously
and the display will fl ash if the measured signal is 50
counts larger than the display reading. (However,
it can not detect across the AC and DC Voltage/
Current)

Worklight LED ON/OFF

To turn the light on and off, press the button.

Over-fl ow indication

Any time the input exceeds the measuring range
“OL” or “-OL” is displayed.

ACCESSORIES

WARNING Always remove batteries

CAUTION

The Data Hold readings are released when the
meter enteres Sleep Mode.

Sleep Mode

The meter is automatically powered off in about 20
min after the last Rotary Dial or button operation.
To reset, turn the Rotary Dial to OFF. If the display
is still blank when a new Rotary Dial setting is
selected, replace the batteries.

The meter does use battery power in sleep mode.
Be sure to switch the tool to OFF to conserve bat­tery power.

before changing or removing accessories. Only
use accessories specifi cally recommended for
this tool. Others may be hazardous.

For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go online to

www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog, con­tact your local distributor or a service center listed
on the back cover of this operator’s manual.

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