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- Page 1 AM-560 Advanced HVAC Multimeter AM-570 Industrial Multimeter AM-540-EUR AM-550-EUR Digital Multimeter Users Manual...
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Page 3: Digital Multimeter
AM-560 Advanced HVAC Multimeter AM-570 Industrial Multimeter AM-540-EUR AM-550-EUR Digital Multimeter Users Manual 4/2012, 4252998 A ©2012 Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved. Printed in China. - Page 4 Amprobe® distributor for an exchange for the same or like product. Please check the “Where to Buy” section on www.amprobe. com for a list of distributors near you. Additionally, in the United States and Canada In-Warranty repair and replacement units can also be sent to a Amprobe®...
- Page 5 AM-540-EUR / AM-550-EUR Digital Multimeter Flash light LCD Display Push buttons (See making measurement for button functions) AM-570 / AM-550-EUR: Low-impedance button AM-560 / AM-540-EUR: Backlight button Rotary switch SELECT button Input terminal for voltage, diode, capacitance, resistance, continuity and temperature measurement...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Screen Display 10 19 20 14 15 Auto- or Manual- range Measurement units for Capacitance Direct current Duty cycle Negative reading Auto power off Alternate current Maximum / minimum reading memory True-rms value Positive / negative peak Low battery indicator reading memory Data hold Measurement unit for temperature... - Page 7 AM-560 Advanced HVAC Multimeter AM-570 Industrial Multimeter AM-540-EUR / AM-550-EUR Digital Multimeter CONTENTS SYMBOL .........................2 SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ................3 FEATURES .......................4 MAKING MEASUREMENT ..................5 Rotary Switch Positions ..................6 Function Buttons ....................6 Measuring AC and DC Voltage ................9 Low Pass Filter ....................9...
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Page 8: Direct Current
SYMBOLS Caution! Risk of electric shock. � Caution! Refer to the explanation in this manual Alternating Current (AC) Direct Current (DC) The equipment is protected by double insulation or reinforced insulation Earth ground Audible tone Battery � Complies with European directives �... -
Page 9: Unpacking And Inspection
• Do not use the Meter around explosive gas or vapor. • When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Your shipping carton should include: AM-560 or AM-570 or AM-540-EUR or AM-550-EUR Multimeter Pair of test leads Temperature probes Temperature adaptor... -
Page 10: Data Hold
FEATURES The multimeter designed for professional HVAC technicians. The AM-560 / AM-540-EUR measures a complete range of electrical parameters and features. Key functions include: temperature, capacitance to check the motor startup capacitors, micro amps for flame sensor troubleshooting, and a low pass filter to take accurate measurements on variable frequency drives. -
Page 11: Temperature Measurement T1 Or T2
• Auto and manual ranging • Auto power off • Low battery warning • Velcro strap to hang a meter • Safety: CAT IV 600V, CAT III 1000V MAKING MEASUREMENT X� 1. Use the proper function and range for measurements. 2. -
Page 12: Function Buttons
AM-560 / AM-540-EUR Function Buttons Button Measurement Function Press the yellow SELECT button to select alternate SELECT measurement functions on the rotary switch. Manual or Auto range switching for voltage current, resistance and capacitance. The default setting is auto- ranging, press to switch to manual ranging. Press for 2 RANGE / seconds to return to auto-ranging. - Page 13 AM-570 / AM-550-EUR Function Buttons Button Measurement Function Press the yellow SELECT button to select alternate SELECT measurement functions on the rotary switch. Manual or auto range switching for voltage current, resistance and capacitance. The default setting is Auto ranging, press to switch to manual ranging. Press for 2 RANGE / seconds to return to auto-ranging.
- Page 14 Dual Display AC Voltage measurement Primary display shows ac voltage. Secondary display shows frequency. AC Current measurement Primary display shows ac current. Secondary display shows frequency. Auto Power OFF Auto power off: Approximately 15 minutes. When the Meter is in auto power off mode, press any button to resume normal operation.
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Page 15: Measuring Ac And Dc Voltage
Measuring AC and DC Voltage X� To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter, do not apply voltage higher than 1000V ac and 1000V dc.Buzzer will sound when detect a voltage higher than 1000V ac and 1000V dc. Low imp. 400Ω (For only) Low Pass Filter... -
Page 16: Measuring Frequency / Duty Cycle
Note: The Meter goes into manual mode when Low Pass Filter mode is enabled. Auto-range mode is not available for Low Pass Filter option. Measuring Frequency / Duty Cycle X� To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter, do not apply voltage higher than 1000V. - Page 17 (for Frequency only) 2. Measuring Frequency by using ac Voltage function Step 1: Turn the rotary switch to position. Step 2: Connect test leads to the circuit. Connect the common (COM) test lead to the circuit before connecting the live lead (connecting diagram refer to “Measuring AC Voltage”).
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Page 18: Measuring Ac And Dc Current
3. Measuring Frequency by using ac current function Step 1: Turn the rotary switch to μA or mA or 10A position. Step 2: Connect the test leads to the correct input 10A/mA μA current terminal and to the circuit before powering the circuit under test (connecting diagram refer to “Measuring AC Current”). -
Page 19: Measuring Resistance
Measuring Resistance X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance. Note: On a higher resistance measurement (>1Me), the measurement may take a few seconds to get stable reading. Over range or open circuit indication: OL... -
Page 20: Measuring Continuity
Measuring Continuity X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing continuity. Press SELECT button for continuity function. Measuring Capacitance X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before measuring capacitance. Use dc Voltage function to check the capacitors are discharged. -
Page 21: Measuring Diode
Measuring Diode X� Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing diode. Note: A typical junction Voltage drops 0.5 V to 0.8 V. -
Page 22: Measuring Temperature °C / °F
Measuring Temperature °C / °F X� 1. To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter, do not apply the temperature probe to any live conductive parts. 2. Temperature sensor K-type (nickel-chromium/nichrosi) thermocouple is suitable for temperature measurement below 230°C (446°F). Measurement steps: Step 1: Turn the rotary switch to °C/°F position. -
Page 23: Non-Contact Voltage Detection
Non-Contact Voltage Detection (NCV Mode) X� 1. To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter, do not test on un- insulated high voltage wires. 2. Buzzer will sound and screen will display “OL” when detecting ac Voltage above 90V ac. 3. -
Page 24: Specifications
DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Ambient temperature: 23°C ±5°C (73.4°F ±9°F); Relative temperature: ≤75% Accuracy: ±(% of reading + digits) Maximum voltage between input terminal and earth ground: 1000V ac True-rms or 1000V dc. � Fuse for mA µA input: F1 0.5A H 1000V fast-fuse, (Φ6.3×32)mm �... - Page 25 ±(1.2%+3LSD) ±(2.5%+3 LSD) Overload protection: 1000V rms Input impedance: Around 10MΩ Frequency response: 45Hz– 400Hz (AM-560 / AM-540-EUR), 45Hz – 1kHz (AM- 570 / AM-550-EUR) AM-560 / AM-540-EUR: Average detecting, True-rms indication. rms indication. AM-570 / AM-550-EUR: True-rms. Note: Frequency (on secondary display) may not be displayed if the measured voltage is below 20% of the display voltage range.
- Page 26 µA mA range: F1 0.5A H 1000V fast-fuse, ( 6.3×32)mm 10 A range: F2 11A H 1000V fast-fuse, ( 10×38)mm Frequency response: 45Hz – 400Hz(AM-560 / AM-540-EUR), 45Hz – 1KHz (AM- 570 / AM-550-EUR) Note: Frequency (on secondary display) may not be displayed if the measured...
- Page 27 8. Resistance Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy 600.0Ω 0.1Ω ±(1.2%+2 LSD) 6.000kΩ 1Ω 60.00kΩ 10Ω ±(1.0%+2 LSD) 600.0kΩ 100Ω 6.000MΩ 1kΩ ±(1.2%+2 LSD) 60.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(1.5%+2 LSD) Open circuit voltage: Around 0.5V Overload protection: 1000Vp : Continuity : Diode Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy Open circuit voltage is around -3V dc.
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Page 28: Temperature Measurement
11. Temperature Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy -40 – 40°C ±(2%+8 LSD) >40 – 400°C 1°C ±(1%+8 LSD) >400 – 1000°C ±2.5% -40 – 104°F ±(2%+12 LSD) >104 – 752°F 2°F ±(1%+12 LSD) >752 – 1832°F ±2.5% Overload protection: 1000Vp K-type (nickel-chromium/nichrosi) thermocouple must be used for temperature measurements. - Page 29 Step 1: Turn the rotary switch to A position. Step 2: Use a multimeter with continuity function to verify the fuse continuity for the fuse of 10A terminal. Connect the test leads to 10A terminal and COM terminal. Continuity buzzer activates: the fuse is OK Continuity buzzer is not activated: the fuse is burnt.
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Page 30: Battery And Fuse Replacement
BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT X� WARNING To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter: Disconnect test leads before opening case. Use ONLY fuses with the amperage, interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings specified. Replacing BATTERY follow below steps: 1. Disconnect the test lead probe from measuring circuit. 2. - Page 33 Visit www.Amprobe.com for • Catalog • Application notes • Product specifications • User manuals Amprobe ® www.Amprobe.com info@amprobe.com Everett, WA 98203 Tel: 877-AMPROBE (267-7623) Amprobe® Europe Beha-Amprobe In den Engematten 14 79286 Glottertal, Germany Please Tel.: +49 (0) 7684 8009 - 0...