• Operating Temperature: 32˚ to 122˚F (0˚ to 50˚C)
•
• Operating Humidity: <75% max.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
• Certifications:
• Battery T
•
• Accuracy: ± (% of reading + # of least significant digits)
emperature: -44˚ to 122˚F (-20˚ to 50˚C)
Storage T
Operating Altitude:
6,000
Display:
Backlight:
-range: “OL” is displayed
Over
Dimensions:
eight: 15.0 oz
Item W
Calibration:
CAT Rating: CAT III 600V/CAT II 1000V
ype: (AA) 2
Test Leads: CAT III test leads
6561 ft (2000m)
Yes
6.49” x 3.3”x 2.17”
Recommended annually
cELTus UL 61010-1:2012 3rd,
CE EN 61010-1:2010 3rd, IEC61010-2-033:2012 Ed.1, EN 61326-1:2013,
FCC, RoHS Compliant, TOV protection, IP 42, 6’ Drop protection
•
Capacitance 9999µF
T
emperature -328˚ to 2462˚F (-200˚ to 1350˚C)
•
• Microamps
• Milliamps
•
Rubber boot
T
est lead holders
•
• Kick stand
• High resolution backlit display
• Fused test lead inputs
• Auto selection
CATEGORY DEFINITIONS
Measurement CategoryShort-Circuit (typical) kA
II< 10
III< 50Mains distributions parts of the building
IV> 50Source of the mains installation in the building
a
Location in the building installation
Circuits connected to mains socket outlets and similar
points in the MAINS installation
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read entire Safety Notes section regarding potential hazard and proper instructions before using this meter. In this
manual the word “WARNING” is used to indicate conditions or actions that may pose physical hazards to the user. The
word “CAUTION” is used to indicate conditions or actions that may damage this instrument.
WARNING
To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can
result in severe injury or death.
WARNING
• Before each use, verify meter operation by measuring a known voltage or current.
• Never use the meter on a circuit with voltages that exceed the category based rating of this meter.
•
Do not use this meter during electrical storms or in wet weather.
•
Do not use the meter or test leads if they appear damaged.
• Ensure meter leads are fully seated and keep fingers away from the metal probe contact when making
measurements. Always grip the leads behind the finger guards molded into the probe.
Do not open the meter to replace batteries while the probes are connected.
•
• Use caution when working with voltages above 60 DC or 25 AC RMS. Such voltages pose shock hazards.
• T
o avoid false readings that can lead to electrical shock, replace batteries if a low battery indicator appears.
Unless measuring voltage or current, shut off and lockout power before measuring resistance or capacitance.
•
• Always adhere to national and local safety codes. Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent shock
and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
• Always turn off power to a circuit or assembly under test before cutting, unsoldering or breaking the current path.
Even small amounts of current can be dangerous.
• Always disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting the common test lead from the circuit.
• In the event of electrical shock, AL
victim’s apparent recovery. Electrical shock can cause unstable heart rhythms that may need medical attention.
• If any of the following occur during testing, turn off the power source to the circuit being tested: arching, flame,
smoke, extreme heat, smell of burning materials or discoloration or melting of components.
WARNING
Higher voltages and currents require greater awareness of physical safety hazards. Before connecting the test leads;
turn off power to the circuit under test, set meter to the desired function and range; connect the test leads to the meter
first, then connect to the circuit under test. Reapply power. If an erroneous reading is observed, disconnect power
immediately and recheck all settings and connections.
WARNING
This meter is designed for trade professionals who are familiar with the hazards of their trade. Observe all
recommended safety procedures that include proper lockout utilization and use of personal protective equipment that
includes safety glasses, gloves and flame resistant clothing.
WAYS bring the victim to the emergency room for evaluation, regardless of
CLEANING
Periodically clean your meters’ case using a damp cloth. DO NOT use abrasive, flammable liquids, cleaning solvents, or strong
detergents as they may damage the finish, impair safety, or affect the reliability of the structural components.
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OVERVIEW
DM515
A
Apo
V
B
C
D
E
F
A. Apo: Auto power off after 30 minutes of use. Press
and hold the HOLD button while turning the meter on
to disable Apo.
B. Digital Backlit Display
C. Range Button
• Press to change from auto ranging to
• Press repeatedly to select proper range.
• Press and hold to return to auto range
D. Min/Max Button
• Press to enter MAX/MIN mode.
• In the V, μA, mA or Amps function, either select
• Press repeatedly to alternate between Maximum and
• Press and hold to return to live readings.
E. Select Button:
• Press to select AC, DC or Auto Selection in the
• Press to select °C or °F in the T
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
A
FUSED
10A
MAX
True RMS
mAµA
FAST
°F°C
µA
A
mA
Temp
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
manual ranging.
(AT will be displayed on screen).
AC/DC or change to manual ranging before pressing
this button to enter MAX/MIN mode.
Minimum readings.
following functions: Voltage, μA, mA, Amps.
emperature function.
G
H
I
F. Function Dial: Turns on meter and is used to select
the function.
G. Hold/Fast Button
• Press to hold the reading on the display. Press again
to return to live reading.
• Press to enter Fast MAX/MIN mode in
MAX/MIN mode.
• Press again to return to normal MAX/MIN mode.
H. Back Light Button: Press to on back light. Press again
to turn off. Back light duration is 1 minute.
I. Category Max Indicator: Maximum CAT Rating for
fused input jacks.
• Multifunction input port used for measuring: AC or
DC volts, resistance, continuity, diode, capacitance
µA,.mA, Amps, T
• Use CA
Recess for magnetic hanger
J.
K. T
est Lead Holders
Protective Rubber Boot
L.
M. Battery Cover (under protective rubber boot)
N. Kick Stand
O. Serial Number (under kick stand)
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emperature.
TIII test leads or higher
J
K
L
M
N
O
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SYMBOLS
NegativeAC/DC Voltage or Current Auto-ranging
Overload: Range Exceeded
Hold/Capture Value
Voltage
Auto power off ActiveLow Battery
Minimum measured
value displayed
A
Amps
µF
MicroampsmAMilliampsDiode
Nano FaradsOhms/ResistanceContinuity
nF
Degrees FahrenheitDegrees CelsiusFuse
Warning or CautionGround
Dangerous Levels
Auto
Auto Selection
AC/DC Voltage: <1000V AC/DC
DM515
DM515
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
SEL
A
V
V
MIN/MAX
HOLD
FAST
°F°C
µA
A
mA
Temp
True RMS
mAµA
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
10A
FUSED
1000V
MAX
FUSED
WARNING
• Use CATIII rated Test leads or higher.
• Do not attempt to measure more than 1000V AC/DC.
• Do not exceed 25 volts AC or 60 volts DC – RMS at either the common
or multifunction input ports as measured from earth ground.
Features:
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
Maximum measured
value displayed
Microfarad
High Voltage Indication
SEL
AC VOLTS
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
600mV to 1000V
45Hz to 500Hz500Hz to 1kHz
±(1.0% +3 dgts)±(2.0% +3 dgts)
0.1 mV to 1V1000V
Minimum sensitivity: 0.5V AC (auto selection mode)
DC VOLTS
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
600mV to 1000V±(0.5% +3 dgts)0.1 mV to 1V1000V
Minimum sensitivity: 0.5V DC (auto selection mode)
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Resistance: <40MΩ
µA
A
mA
°F°C
µA
A
mA
°F°C
DM515
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
A
DM515
V
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
FAST
°F°C
µA
A
mA
Temp
True RMS
mAµA
MAXCAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
10A
MAX
FUSED
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
Features:
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
WARNING
• Do not measure resistance on a live circuit.
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
600Ω to 6MΩ±(0.8% +5 dgts)0.1Ω to 0.001MΩ
40MΩ±(1.5% +5 dgts)0.01MΩ
600V
Continuity
DM515
Apo
Apo
DM505
V
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
FAST
µA
mA
A
Features:
MIN/MAX
HOLD
• Buzzer sounds at less than 40Ω.
mAµA
A
10A
MAX
FUSED
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
WARNING
• Do not measure resistance on a live circuit.
Open Circuit VoltageAudible ThresholdOverload Protection
Approx.: <1.0VApprox.: 40Ω600V
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GOOD DIODE
µA
A
mA
°F°C
A
µA
mA
Diode
BAD DIODE
Open Diode
Displays "OL"
Both directions
• Forward voltage drop if forward biased.
• “OL” if reverse biased.
Features:
Forward Bias
Displays
approx.
voltage drop
Reverse Bias
Displays "OL"
Apo
Apo
RANGE
DM515
DM515
V
V
MIN/MAX
HOLD
FAST
SEL
°F°C
µA
A
mA
Temp
True RMS
A
mAµA
MAXCAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
10A
FUSED
1000V
MAX
FUSED
Open Circuit VoltageOverload Protection
Approx.: <3.0V DC600V
Capacitance
DM515
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
A
SEL
DM515
MIN/MAX
True RMS
mAµA
400mA
MAX
10A
FUSED
MAX
FUSED
Apo
or
V
Apo
'0' Both directions (shorted)
MIN/MAX
V
nF
HOLD
FAST
°F°C
µA
A
mA
Temp
MAX
CAT III
600V
CAT II
1000V
HOLD
V
Features:
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
10nF to 9999µF±(3.0% +5 dgts)0.01nF to 1µF600V
WARNING:
To avoid damaging the meter or euipment under test, safely discharge Capacitors before measuring capacitance.
Large value capacitors should be discharged through an appropriate Resistance load. Use the DC Voltage function
to confirm the capacitor discharge.
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AC/DC Microamps: 6000μAAC/DC Milliamps: 400mA
A
µA
mA
A
µA
mA
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
SEL
A
DM505
DM515
V
µ A
MIN/MAX
HOLD
FAST
µA
mA
A
mAµA
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
10A
MAX
FUSED
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
µA
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
A
SEL
DM505
DM515
m
V
A
MIN/MAX
HOLD
FAST
µA
mA
A
mAµA
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
10A
MAX
FUSED
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
mA
Keep hands behind test lead guards when measuring current levels.
Features:
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
ACµA
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
600μA to 6000μA±(1.2% +5 dgts)0.1μA to 1μA600mA /1000V Fast Fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 50μA AC (auto selection mode only)
DCµA
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
600μA to 6000μA±(1.0% +3 dgts)0.1μA to 1μA600mA /1000V Fast Fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 50μA DC (auto selection mode only)
ACmA
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
60mA to 400mA±(1.2% +5 dgts)0.01mA to 0.1mA600mA /1000V Fast Fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 5mA AC (auto selection mode only)
DCmA
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
60mA to 400mA±(1.0% +3 dgts)0.01mA to 0.1mA600mA /1000V Fast Fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 5mA DC (auto selection mode only)
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AC/DC Amps: <10A
A
µA
mA
µA
A
mA
°F°C
DM515
DM505
Apo
Apo
AT
RANGE
A
V
MIN/MAX
HOLD
FAST
SEL
µA
mA
A
mAµA
A
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
10A
FUSED
1000V
MAX
FUSED
A
WARNING
Keep hands behind test lead guards when measuring current levels.
• Do not attempt to measure more than 10A AC.
Features:
RANGE
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
AC AMPS
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
6A to 10A±(1.5% +5 dgts)0.001A to 0.01A11A/1000V Fast fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 500mA AC (auto selection mode only)
Frequency Bandwidth: 500Hz
CAUTION
: 20A overload for 30 seconds max.
DC AMPS
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
6A to 10A±(1.2% +5 dgts)0.001A to 0.01A11A/1000V Fast fuse
Minimum sensitivity: 500mA DC (auto selection mode only)
CAUTION
: 20A overload for 30 seconds max.
Temperature C˚/F˚
Default = ˚F
DM515
DM515
Apo
Apo
V
HOLD
FAST
°F°C
µA
mA
Temp
MAX
CAT III
400mA
600V
MAX
CAT II
FUSED
1000V
Press x1 = ˚C
A
• Press Select button to change scale between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Features:
MIN/MAX
HOLD
SEL
AT
RANGE
MIN/MAX
SEL
True RMS
A
mAµA
10A
MAX
FUSED
°F
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
-328˚ to 999˚F±(1.5% + 3.6˚F)0.1˚F
1000˚ to 2462˚F±(1.5% + 3.0˚F)1˚F
600V
°C
RangesAccuracyResolutionOverload Protection
-200˚ to 999˚C±(1.5% + 2.0˚C)0.1˚C
1000˚ to 1350˚C±(1.5% + 2.0˚C)1˚C
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600V
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Test Lead Notes
4mm
CATIII 1000V Measurement Locations
4mm
• Ensure the test lead shield is pressed firmly in place. Failure to use the CATIV shield increases arc-flash risk.
CATII 1000V Measurement Locations
18mm
• CAT IV shields may be removed for CAT II locations. This will allow testing on recessed conductors such as
standard wall outlets. Take care not to lose the shields.
WARNING
Test lead category protections apply only to test leads and should not be confused with the meter’s specific CAT rating.
Observe the maximum category protection indicated on the meter the test leads are plugged into.
Battery Replacement
• When the batteries are too low for safe operation, the Low Battery indicator will display.
AA
AA
S/N:
S/N:
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FCC/IC INFORMATION
NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and CAN ICES-3(A).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations.
INFORMATION TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to w hich the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer, could void the user’s authority to
operate equipment.
WARRANTY
The DM515 is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the
date of purchase. If within the warranty period your instrument should become inoperative from such defects, the
unit will be repaired or replaced at UEi’s option. This warranty covers normal use and does not cover damage which
occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration, tampering, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect or improper
maintenance. Batteries and consequential damage resulting from failed batteries are not covered by warranty.
Any implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to the express warranty. UEi shall not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other
incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage,
expenses or economic loss.
A purchase receipt or other proof of original purchase date will be required before warranty repairs will be rendered.
Instruments out of warranty will be repaired (when repairable) for a service charge
For more information on warranty and service, contact:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
DISPOSAL
CAUTION: This symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be subject to separate collection and
correct disposal.
STORAGE
Remove the batteries when instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity.
After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the General Specifications section, allow the
instrument to return to normal operating conditions before using it.