Wavecom 89 User Manual

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True RMS Industrial Multimeter

MODEL WAVECOM 89

Wavecom Instruments Pty Ltd

257 Grange Road FINDON SA 5023

P: ([phone] | F: ([phone]

[e-mail] | www.wavecom.com.au

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Introduction

This meter measures AC/DC Voltage, AC/DC Current, Resistance, Capacitance,
Frequency (electrical & electronic), Diode Test, and Continuity plus Thermocouple
Temperature. It features a waterproof, rugged design for heavy duty use. Proper use and
care of this meter will provide many years of reliable service.

What’s included in Kit:

Wavecom 89 True RMS Multimeter
One pair of test probes and accessories
Temperature probe
This Instruction Booklet
Protective case

Safety

This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or operating
device indicates that the operator must refer to an explanation in the
Operating Instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to the
meter.

This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, may result damage to the product.

This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked must
not be connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect
to earth ground exceeds (in this case) 1000 VAC or VDC.

This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identifies them as
being associated with ranges that may, in normal use, be subjected
to particularly hazardous voltages. For maximum safety, the meter
and its test leads should not be handled when these terminals are
energized.

This symbol indicates that a device is protected throughout by
double insulation or reinforced insulation.

PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I is equipment for connection to circuits in which
measurements are taken to limit the transient overvoltages to an appropriate low level.
Note – Examples include protected electronic circuits.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy-consuming equipment to be supplied from
the fixed installation.
Note – Examples include household, office, and laboratory appliances.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III is equipment in fixed installations.
Note – Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use with
permanent connection to the fixed installation.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV is for use at the origin of the installation.
Note – Examples include electricity meters and primary over-current protection equipment

WARNING

CAUTION

MAX
1000V

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with caution. The rules
listed below must be carefully followed for safe operation.

1. NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the specified maximum:

Input Protection Limits

Function

Maximum Input

V DC or V AC

1000VDC/AC rms

mA AC/DC

500mA 1000V fast acting fuse

A AC/DC

10A 1000V fast acting fuse (20A for 30
seconds max every 15 minutes)

Frequency, Resistance,
Capacitance, Diode Test, Continuity

1000VDC/AC rms

Temperature

1000VDC/AC rms

Surge Protection: 8kV peak per IEC 61010

2. USE EXTREME CAUTION when working with high voltages.

3. DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack exceeds 600V
above earth ground.

4. NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch
is in the current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter.

5. ALWAYS discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power
when making resistance or diode tests.

6. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the
covers to replace the fuse or batteries.

7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers
are in place and fastened securely.

8. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

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VAC

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10A

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MIN

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TEMP

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Controls and Jacks

1. 6,000 count LCD display

2. RANGE button

3. Hz and % button

4. Mode button

5. Function switch

6. mA, µA and 10A input jacks

7. COM input jack

8. Positive input jack

9. HOLD and Backlight button

10. RELATIVE button

11. MAX/MIN button

Note: Tilt stand and battery compartment are on rear of unit.
Note: Input Jacks for test probes are a firm fit to prevent dislocation. Take care to fully

insert banana plug into jack.

Symbols and Annunciators

Auto power off

•))) Continuity

Diode test

Battery status
n nano (10-9) (capacitance)
µ micro (10-6) (amps, cap)
m milli (10-3) (volts, amps)
A Amps
k kilo (103) (ohms)
F Farads (capacitance)
M mega (106) (ohms)

Ohms
Hz Hertz (frequency) V Volts
% Percent (duty ratio) REL Relative
AC Alternating current AUTO Autoranging
DC Direct current HOLD Display hold
ºF Degrees Fahrenheit ºC Degrees Centigrade
MAX Maximum MIN Minimum

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Operating Instructions

WARNING: Risk of electrocution. High-voltage circuits, both AC and DC, are very

dangerous and should be measured with great care.

1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use.

2. If “OL” appears in the display during a measurement, the value exceeds the range
you have selected. Change to a higher range.

DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS

CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched

ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.

1. Set the function switch to the VDC position.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM
jack.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.

3. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.

4. Read the voltage in the display.

AC VOLTAGE (FREQUENCY, DUTY CYCLE) MEASUREMENTS

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. The probe tips may not be long enough to contact

the live parts inside some 240V outlets for appliances because the contacts are
recessed deep in the outlets. As a result, the reading may show 0 volts when the
outlet actually has voltage on it. Make sure the probe tips are touching the metal
contacts inside the outlet before assuming that no voltage is present.
Also make sure that the test lead banana plugs are firmly inserted into banana jack
and Meter responsive.

CAUTION: Do not measure AC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched
ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.

1. Set the function switch to the VAC/Hz/% position.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM
jack.
Insert red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.

3. Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit.
Touch the red test probe tip to the “hot” side of the circuit.

4. Read the voltage in the display.

5. Press the HZ/% button to indicate “Hz”.

6. Read the frequency in the display.

7. Press the Hz/% button again to indicate “%”.

8. Read the % of duty cycle in the display.