Amprobe AC68C User Manual
Amprobe AC68C User Manual

Amprobe AC68C User Manual

True rms ac/dc clamp multimeter
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AC68C
True RMS AC/DC Clamp Multimeter
Users Manual
PN 2729051
July 2006
®
©2006 Amprobe
Test Tools.
All rights reserved. Printed in Taiwan
For detailed specifications and ordering info go to
www.TestEquipmentDepot.com

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  • Page 1 AC68C True RMS AC/DC Clamp Multimeter Users Manual PN 2729051 July 2006 ® ©2006 Amprobe Test Tools. All rights reserved. Printed in Taiwan For detailed specifications and ordering info go to www.TestEquipmentDepot.com...
  • Page 2 AC68C AC/DC TRUE RMS...
  • Page 3 AC68C True RMS AC/DC Clamp Multimeter Users Manual...
  • Page 4 Resellers are not authorized ® to extend any other warranty on Amprobe ’s behalf. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof ®...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Alternating Current Audible tone Complies with EU Underwriters > directives Laboratories, Inc. Introduction The AC68C is a true rms digital clampmeter that measures both AC and DC current as well as AC and DC voltage, Resistance, Frequency, Continuity and Diode Test.
  • Page 6: Warnings And Precautions

    Warnings and Precautions The AC68C Digital Clampmeter conforms to EN61010-2-032, EN61010-1, CAT III- 600V, class 2 and pollution deg. 2; and UL3111-1. It is recommended for use with local level power distribution, appliances, portable equipment, etc., where only smaller transient overvoltages may occur, and not for primary supply lines, overhead lines, and cable systems.
  • Page 7: Measuring Procedures

    Peak Hold Button: Toggles on and off. Captures the maximum peak value of a current or voltage surge (motor start-up). “PEAK” is shown on LCD. Data Hold Button: Toggles on and off. Holds reading for all functions and ranges. Always release HOLD before taking a new measurement.
  • Page 8: Ac Current Measurement

    AC Current Measurement Set the function/range selector to the appropriate A B position (400 or 600 A). Open spring-loaded clamp by pressing the lever on left side of meter. Position clamp around one wire or conductor and release the clamp lever. Make sure that the clamp is entirely closed.
  • Page 9: Resistance Measurement

    Resistance Measurement Warning Before taking any in-circuit resistance measurement, remove power from the circuit being tested and discharge all capacitors. Set the function/range selector to the 4 kΩ position. Connect the black lead to the COM terminal and red lead to the “VΩ”...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    Data Hold Proceed as for voltage or current measurement (AC or DC). While taking a measurement, press the HOLD button. “HOLD” is shown on the display and the current meter reading is maintained, even after disconnecting the test leads from the circuit or removing the conductor from the clamp.
  • Page 11: Electrical Specifications

    P > Safety: Meets EN61010-1 Cat III 600V. EN61010-2-03, UL3111- 1, CSA22.2, No 1010-1 EMC: Meets EN55011, EN61000-4-2,4 EMC: This product complies with requirements of the following European Community Directives: 89/336/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage) as amended by 93/68/EEC (CE Marking).
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    4k Hz 1 Hz ± (0.5 %rdg + 5 dgt) 1 V / 5 A 660 Vrms /800 A 20 kHz* 0.01 Hz ± (0.5 %rdg + 5 dgt) 5 V 660 Vrms * - Voltage input only Resistance Range Resolution Accuracy Open Overload...
  • Page 13: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement WARNING To avoid electrical, shock remove the test leads from both the meter and the test circuit before accessing the battery. Replace the battery as soon as the low-battery symbol is displayed. Set the function/range switch to OFF and remove the test leads.
  • Page 14: Repair

    Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting repair. During the warranty period any ® defective test tool can be returned to your Amprobe Test Tools distributor for an exchange for the same or like product. Non-Warranty Repairs and Replacement – US and Canada Non- warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent ®...

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