TPI 163 User Manual

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Digital Multimeter
Instruction Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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A. INTRODUCTION
1. Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2. Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3. EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .4
B. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . .5
C. TECHNICAL DATA
1. Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2. Product Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
D. MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES
1. Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . .10
2. Step by Step Procedures:
a) Measuring DC Volts . . . . . . .12
b) Measuring AC Volts . . . . . . .15
c) Measuring DC Amps . . . . . .16
d) Measuring AC Amps . . . . . .17
e) Measuring Resistance . . . . .19
f) Measuring Diodes . . . . . . . .20
g) Continuity Buzzer . . . . . . . .21
h) Data Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
E. ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
F. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
G. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . .23
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A. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing TPI brand products. The meter is easy to use and is built to last. It is backed by a 3 year limited warranty. Please remember to complete and return your product warranty registration card.
2. Product Description
The 163 is a hand-held autoranging DMM. The 163 measures ACV, DCV, ACA, DCA, Resistance, Diodes and Continuity.
The 163 also features:
RANGE Allows the user to manually range the
163 instead of autoranging.
Data Hold Holds the reading on the display for
easy viewing.
Auto Off Preserves battery life.
The 163 comes complete with the following accessories:
Rubber Boot Test Lead Set Instruction Manual Battery
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3. EC Declaration of Conformity
This is to certify that model 163 conforms to the protection requirements of the council directive 89/336/EEC, in the approximation of laws of the member states relating to Electromagnetic compatibility and 73/23/EEC, The Low Voltage Directive by application of the following standards:
EN 50081-1 1992 Emissions Standard EN 50082-1 1992 Immunity Standard EN61010-1 1993 Safety Standard EN61010-2-031 1995 Safety Standard
To ensure conformity with these standards, this instrument must be operated in accordance with the instructions and specifications given in this manual.
CAUTION:
Even though this instrument complies with the immunity standards, the accuracy can be affect­ed by strong radio emissions not covered in the above standards. Sources such as hand held radio transceivers, radio and TV transmitters, vehicle radios and cellular phones generate electromagnetic radiation that could be induced into the test leads of this instrument. Care should be taken to avoid such situations or alternatively, check to make sure that the instrument is not being influenced by these emissions.
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B. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING: Please follow manufacturers test procedures whenever possible. Do not attempt to measure unknown voltages or components until a complete understanding of the circuit is obtained.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
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WAYS
Test the 163 before using it to make sure it is operating properly.
Inspect the test leads before using to make sure there are no breaks or shorts.
Double check all connections before testing.
Have someone check on you periodically if working alone.
Have complete understanding of circuit being measured.
Disconnect power to circuit, then connect test leads to the 163, then to circuit being measured.
NEVER
Attempt to measure unknown high voltages.
Attempt to measure current with the meter in parallel to the circuit.
Connect the test leads to a live circuit before setting up the instrument.
Touch any exposed metal part of the test lead assembly.
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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
AC (ALTERNATING CURRENT)
DC (DIRECT CURRENT)
REFER TO INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GROUND
FUSE
DOUBLE INSULATION
C. TECHNICAL DATA
1. Features and Benefits
Safety Meets CE and IEC 1010 requirements.
UL Listed to U.S. and Canadian Safety Standards.
Data Hold Holds the reading on the display.
Range Allows you to either manual range or
use auto range to select the appropriate range.
Auto Off Preserves battery life. LCD shows oFF
when in this mode.
Large LCD Easy to read at all angles and the
majority of lighting levels.
Rubber Added protection when the Boot instrument is dropped.
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2. Product Applications
Perform the following tests and/or measurements with the TPI 163 and the appropriate function:
HVAC/R
FUNCTION DCmV • Thermocouples in furnaces or gas
applications.
ACA • Heat anticipator current in thermostats.
ACV • Line voltage.
ACV or DCV • Control circuit voltage.
DCµA • Flame safeguard control current.
OHMS • Heating element resistance (continuity).
OHMS • Compressor winding resistance.
OHMS • Contactor and relay coil resistance.
OHMS • Continuity of wiring.
DCmV • Temperature with optional temperature
adapter (A310).
ALL • Bar graph to indicate rapid fluctuations
in measurements.
ELECTRICAL
FUNCTION ACV • Measure line voltage.
OHMS • Continuity of circuit breakers.
DCV • Voltage of direct drive DC motors.
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3. Specifications
IEC 1010 Over Voltage:
CAT II - 1000V CAT III - 600V Pollution Degree 2
a. DCV
Range Resolution Accuracy Impedance
326mV 0.1mV ±0.5% of reading, 10M
3.26V 0.001V ±2 digits
32.60V 0.01V ±1.0% of reading, 326V 0.1V ±2 digits 1000V 1V
b. ACV
Range Resolution Accuracy Impedance
3.26V 0.001V ±1.2% of reading, 10M
32.6V 0.01V ±4 digits 326V 0.1V 750V 1V
c. DCA
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection
326µA 0.1µA ±1% of reading, Fuse* (fast blow) 3260mA 0.001mA ±2 digits F600V, .5A, 31CM
32.6mA 0.01mA ±1.5% of reading, 326mA 0.1mA ±2 digits 10A 0.01A ±2% of reading, Fuse* (fast blow)
±2 digits F600V, 10A, 31CM
*Warning: Use only correct size, voltage and current rated fuses. Test Leads: Use only correct type and overvoltage category rating.
UL 3111-1
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Fuse* (fast blow) 3260mA 0.001mA ±2 digits F600V, .5A, 31CM
32.6mA 0.01mA ±1.5% of reading, 326mA 0.1mA ±2 digits 10A 0.01A ±2% of reading, Fuse* (fast blow)
±2 digits F600V, 10A, 31CM
d. ACA
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection
326µA 0.1µA ±2% of reading, Fuse* (fast blow) 3260µA 1µA ±5 digits F600V, .5A, 31CM
32.60mA 0.01mA 326mA 0.1mA 10A 0.01A ±2.5% of reading, Fuse*
(fast blow)
±5 digits F600V, 10A, 31CM
e. OHM (Resistance, )
Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection
326 0.1 ±1% of reading, 450V DC or
3.26k0.001k ±2 digits AC Peak
32.6k0.01k 326k 0.1k
3.26M0.001M ±2% of reading, ±2 digits
32.6M0.01M ±3.5% of reading, ±4 digits
f. Diode Test
Test Voltage Max Test Current Over Load Protection
3V Approx. 0.5mA 600 V DC or Peak AC
g. Continuity Buzzer
Test Voltage Threshold Over Load Protection
1.2V < 20 600 V DC or Peak AC
h. General Specifications
Max. Volt. between 1000V any Input and Ground
*Warning: Use only correct size, voltage and current rated fuses.
Test Leads: Use only correct type and overvoltage category rating.
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Fuse Protection mA: 0.5Amp/600VAC A: 10Amp/600VAC Display Type 3260 Count,with 34 segment bargraph
and low battery indication.
Operating Temp. -0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage Temp. -10° to 50°C (14° to 122°F) Relative Humidity 0% to 80% Power Supply 2 each 1.5 Volt “AA” Batteries Battery Life 200 hrs. Typical Size (H x L x W) 33mm x 86mm x 187mm (1.3in x 3.4in x 7.4in) Weight 340g (12oz)
D. MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES
1. Controls and Functions:
Push Buttons
RANGE Activates manual ranging. Hold in for 3 sec-
onds to return to autorange. Also selects between continuity buzzer and diode test.
DATA-H Holds the reading on the display until the
button is pushed a second time.
Rotary Switch
OFF(O) Manually turns the 163 off.
10A Function for measuring DC Amps (A).
mA Function for measuring milliamps (mA) DC.
1 milliamp = 0.001 Amp
µA Function for measuring microamps (µA) DC.
1 microamp = 0.000001Amp
V Function for measuring DC Volts.
V Function for measuring AC Volts.
µA Function for measuring microamps (µA) AC.
1 microamp = 0.000001Amp
mA Function for measuring milliamps (mA) AC.
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mA Function for measuring milliamps (mA) AC.
1 milliamp = 0.001Amp
10A Function for measuring AC Amps (A).
Function for using audible Continuity Buzzer.
Function for measuring Ohms (resistance) and testing Diodes.
OFF (O) Manually turns the 163 off.
1. Controls and Functions: (cont.)
Input Jacks
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A Red test lead connection for current
measurements on the 10A functions.
mAµA Red test lead connection for current
measurement on the mA and µA functions.
COM Black test lead connection for all functions.
V
Red test lead connection for all Volt, Ohm, Diode and Continuity measurements.
2. Step by Step Procedures:
a. MEASURING DC VOLTS
CAUTION! Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement if a test lead is plugged in the A or µmA input jack. Instrument damage and/or personal injury may result.
W
ARNING! Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement of more than 1000V or of a voltage level that is unknown.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
V COM V 0.1mV 1000V
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Application Notes
When measuring DC Voltage of a battery, the most accurate reading can be attained by testing the battery under load.
To accomplish this, follow steps 1 through 4 on page 12 and the following (with the battery in holder and device turned on):
• Connect the red test lead from the
meter to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
• Connect the black test lead to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery.
• Reconnect power to the circuit and
read the voltage on the 163.
a. MEASURING DC VOLTS (cont.)
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Application Notes
Disconnect power from the termi-
nal block, find the fuse or circuit
breaker that controls the block
and turn it off.
Set up the meter following the steps under “Measurement
Procedure” on page 15. Then
proceed with the following:
Connect the red test lead to the hot side of the block and the black lead to the neutral side of the block. Reconnect power to the block and read the voltage on the meter. The reading should be approximately 110V to 130V.
Disconnect power from the block and move the red wire to ground. Reconnect power to the block and read the voltage on the meter. Typically less than 20V should exist from neutral to ground. If 110V or above exists, the block may be wired incorrectly.
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Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3 Plug red test lead into the V input jack.
4. Set rotary switch to the V range.
5. Connect the test leads to the circuit to be mea­sured.
6. Reconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
7. Read the voltage on the 163.
b. MEASURING AC VOLTS
CAUTION! Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement if a test lead is plugged in the A or µmA input jack. Instrument damage and/or personal injury may result.
W
ARNING! Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement of more than 750V or of a voltage level that is unknown.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
V COM V 0.001V 750V
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Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3. Plug the red test lead into the V input jack.
4. Set the rotary switch to the V function.
5. Connect the test leads to the circuit to be measured.
6. Reconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
7. Read the voltage on the 163.
C. MEASURING DC AMPS
CAUTION! Do not attempt to make a current measurement with the test leads connected in parallel with the circuit to be tested. Test leads must be connected in series with the circuit.
W
ARN
­ING! Do not attempt to make a current measurement of circuits with more than 600V present. Instrument damage and /or personal injury may result.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
µA COM mAµA 0.1µA 3260µA
Application Notes
When measuring the
DC current of a flame controller, follow the steps under “Measurement Procedure” below and then proceed with the following:
Set up the meter for making a
mA measurement.
Connect the meter to the flame
controller lead by opening the circuit and inserting the leads in series with the circuit as shown in the picture above.
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FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
µA COM mAµA 0.1µA 3260µA
mA COM mAµA 0.01mA 326mA
10A COM A 0.01A 10.00A
Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3. Plug the red test lead into the mAµA or A input jack
depending on the value of current to be measured.
4. Set the rotary switch to the µA, mA, or 10A function.
5. Connect test leads in series to circuit to be measured.
6. Reconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
7. Read the current on the 163.
d. MEASURING AC AMPS
CAUTION! Do not attempt to make a current measurement with the test leads connected in parallel with the circuit to be tested. Test leads must be connected in series with the circuit.
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ARNING! Do not attempt to make a current measurement of cir­cuits with more than 600V present. Instrument damage and/or personal injury may result.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
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Application Notes
When measuring resistance of a motor, make sure the power is disconnected prior to testing.
Set up the meter following the steps under “Measurement Procedure” on page 19, and then proceed with the following:
Connect the red test lead to one power
input line of the motor and the black
test lead to the other power input line
of the motor. In most applications if
the reading is OFL, the motor winding
is open.
Connect the red test lead to the frame
of the motor and the black test lead to
the winding. In most applications if a
reading of 0 Ohms is displayed, the
winding is shorted to the motor frame
(ground).
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TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
µA COM mAµA 0.1µA 3260µA
mA COM mAµA 0.01mA 326mA
10A COM A 0.01A 10.00A
Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3. Plug the red test lead into the mAµA or A input jack
depending on the value of current to be measured.
4. Set the rotary switch to the µA, mA or 10A function.
5. Connect test leads in series to circuit to be measured.
6. Reconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
7. Read the current on the 163.
e. MEASURING RESISTANCE
WARNING! Do not attempt to make resistance measurements with circuit energized. For best results, remove the resistor completely from the circuit before attempting to measure it.
NOTE: To make accurate low ohm measurements, short the ends of the test leads together and record the resistance reading. Deduct this value from actual readings.
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Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
COM V 0.1 32.6M
Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3. Plug the red test lead into the VΩinput jack.
4. Set the rotary switch on the 163 to the Ωfunction.
5. Connect the test leads to the circuit to be measured.
6. Read the resistance value on the 163.
f. MEASURING DIODES
CAUTION! Do not attempt to make diode measurements with circuit energized. The only way to accurately test a diode is to remove it completely from the circuit before attempting to measure it.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED MINIMUM MAXIMUM
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD READING READING
COM V 0.001V 2.000V
Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
3. Plug the red test lead into the V input jack.
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4. Set the rotary switch to the function.
5. Press the Range/Diode/Continuity button
so that shows on the LCD.
6. Connect the black test lead to the banded end of the diode and the red test lead to the non-banded end of the diode.
7. Reading on the display should be between
0.3 and 0.8 volts.
8. Reverse test lead connections in 6 above.
9. Reading on the display should be OFL (Overload).
NOTE: If diode reads 0 in both directions, diode is short­ed. If diode reads OFL in both directions, diode is open.
g. CONTINUITY BUZZER
W
ARNING! Do not attempt to make continuity measurements with circuit energized.
Instrument set-up:
FUNCTION BLACK RED
TEST LEAD TEST LEAD
COM V
Measurement Procedure:
1. Disconnect power to the circuit to be measured.
2. Plug the black test lead into the COM input jack.
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3. Plug the red test lead into the V input jack.
4. Set the rotary switch to the function.
5. Press the Range/Diode/Continuity button so
that shows on the LCD.
6. Connect test leads to the circuit to be measured.
7. Listen for the buzzer to confirm continuity.
h. DATA HOLD
Press the Data Hold button at any time on any function or range to freeze the reading on the LDC display. This func­tion is very useful when measuring in locations where the display is difficult to read.
E. ACCESSORIES*
F. MAINTENANCE
1. Battery Replacement: The 163 will display BAT when the two inter-
nal 1.5 Volt “AA” batteries need replacement. Batteries are replaced as follows:
a. Disconnect and remove all test leads from live circuits
and from the 163. b. Remove 163 from protective boot. c. Remove the three screws from back of housing.
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Standard Accessories Part No.
2 Each 1.5 Volt “AA” Batteries A002 Fuse, 0.5 Amp A104 Fuse, 10 Amp A110 Test Lead Set A050 Rubber Boot A101
Optional Accessories Part No.
Deluxe Test Lead Set SDK1C IEC 1010 Deluxe Test Lead Kit TLS2000BC Temperature Adapter A301 Boot Hook A103
Soft Carrying Case A100
*These accessories have not been evaluated by UL and are not considered as part of the UL Listing of this product.
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d. Carefully pull apart front and rear instrument housing. e. Remove old batteries and replace with new batteries. f. Reassemble instrument in reverse order from above.
2. Fuse Replacement: Both the A and mAµA input jacks are fuse pro-
tected. Use only Fast Blow, 600 Volt fuses with correct current rat­ings. Failure to do so will void all warranties. If either do not function, replace as follows:
a. Disconnect and remove all test leads from live
circuits and from the 163.
b. Remove 163 from protective boot. c. Remove the three screws from back of housing. d. Carefully pull apart the front and rear instrument housing. e. Remove old fuse(s) and replace it with new fuse(s). f. Reassemble instrument in reverse order from above.
3. Cleaning your 163
Use a mild detergent and a slightly damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the 163.
G. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Probable Causes
Test Products International, Inc.
9615 SW Allen Blvd., Ste. 104
Beaverton, OR USA 97005
503-520-9197 • Fax: 503-520-1225 • tpiusa@msn.com
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Longley House
Eas Park
Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6AP
England
Tel: 01293 561212 • Fax: 01293 813465
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WARRANTY
Please refer to product warranty card for warranty statement.
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Test Products International, Inc.
L163M • 10/28/02 copyright © 2002 Test Products International, Inc.
163 SPECIFICATIONS
±0.5% Basic DCV Accuracy (also see pages 8-9)
Function Range Resolution
DCV 326mV 0.1mV
3.26V 0.001V
32.6V 0.01V 326V 0.1V 1000V 1V
ACV 3.26V 0.001V
32.6V 0.01V 326V 0.1V 750V 1V
DCA 326µA 0.1µA
3260mA 0.001mA
32.6mA 0.01mA 326mA 0.1mA 10A 0.01A
ACA 326µA 0.1µA
3260µA 1µA
32.6mA 0.01mA 326mA 0.1mA 10A 0.01A
OHM 326 0.1
3.26k 0.001k
32.6k 0.01k 326k 0.1k
3.26M 0.001M
32.6M 0.01M
Test Voltage Max. Test Current
Diode 3V Approx. 0.5mA
Test Voltage Threshold
Continuity 1.2V <20
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