Summary of Contents for Gossen MetraWatt METRAmax 2
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Operating instructions METRAmax 2 3-348-734-02 Analog Multimeter 4/5.06...
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Operating Controls 6F22 1 Adjustment screw for the mechanical zero OFF on scale) 2 Sliding function switch 3 Rotary range selector switch 4 Rotary knob for mid-scale setting of the electrical zero 5 Safety connection sockets 6 Nose to open the meter 7 Battery compartment GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH...
Table of Contents Page Safety Features and Safety Precautions ......4 Description ................. 6 Operation ................7 Initial Start-up ................... 7 3.1.1 Connecting the Battery ..............7 3.1.2 Checking the Mechanical Zero ............7 3.1.3 Checking the Electrical Zero .............. 8 Voltage Measurement ...............
It is therefore imperative that you read the operating instructions thoroughly and carefully before placing the METRAmax 2 into service, and that you follow all instruc- tions contained therein. Observe the following safety precautions: •...
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• Measurements under moist ambient conditions are not allowable. Hands, shoes, floor and workplace must be dry. • Be absolutely certain that the measuring ranges are not overloaded beyond their allowable capacities. Meaning of Symbols on the Instrument indicates EC conformity Warning concerning a point of danger.
Description On the METRAmax 2, the measuring ranges are selected with a sliding function switch and a rotary range selector switch. The scale is mirror-backed. The rugged plastic case and the spring-loaded jewel bear- ings of the stray-field-insensitive moving-coil movement with core magnet protect the meter against damages in the case of severe mechanical stress.
45 minutes. Switching off and on again of the sliding function switch activates the power supply. 3.1.2 Checking the Mechanical Zero The METRAmax 2 must not be connected when checking the mechanical zero. ➭ Set the sliding function switch (2) to the "0" position ➭...
➭ Correct the deviation by means of the adjustment screw 1 on the bottom of the case using a screwdriver, if required. 3.1.3 Checking the Electrical Zero ➭ Set the sliding function switch (2) to the position, select the measuring range ➭...
➭ Set the rotary range selector (3) to the corresponding measuring range position: V 300 V ... 100 mV ➭ Connect the METRAmax 2 ➭ Read the measured value: black scale Operating Mode: Electrical Zero at Mid-scale ➭ Set the sliding function switch (2) to the position ➭...
➭ Set the rotary range selector switch (3) to the corre- sponding measuring range: V 300 V ... 3 V ➭ Connect the METRAmax 2 ➭ Read the measured value: black scale To keep the influence of the frequency as low as possible, the connection socket "...
Both voltage components must be tested before switching to a lower measureing range. 3.3 Current Measurement For all current measurements, connect the METRAmax 2 in series with the consumer in the line having the lower poten- tial to ground. 3.3.1 Direct DC Current Measurement Operating Mode: Electrical Zero at the Left ➭...
3 A...100 µA ➭ Check that the pointer rests at mid-scale, see chapter 3.1.3 on page 8 ➭ Connect the METRAmax 2 according to the wiring dia- gram ➭ Read the measured value: red scale +/– 3.3.2 DC Current Measurement via Shunts The accuracy of the measurement is influenced by the measuring error of the shunt.
V 100 mV ➭ Check that the pointer rests at mid-scale, see chapter 3.1.3 on page 8 ➭ Connect the METRAmax 2 ➭ Read the measured value: red scale +/– 3.3.3 AC Current Measurement ➭ Set the sliding function switch (2) to the position ➭...
Characteristic Values Measuring Ranges DC and AC voltage Internal resistance DC and AC voltage Voltage drop 100 μA / 100 mV 10 MΩ 55 mV 300 mV 10 MΩ 1 mA / 55 mV 10 MΩ 10 mA / 55 mV 3 V / 10 MΩ...
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Waveshape sinusoidal Ambient Conditions Storage temperatures –25 ... 65 °C (without batteries) Relative humidity max. 75%, no condensation allowed Power Supply Battery 9 V flat cell battery, IEC 6 L R61 (IEC 6F22), automatic battery switch- off after 45 minutes Overload Protection Fuse F3,15 H/250 V per DIN VDE 0820 part 22/EN 60127-2...
5.4 Device Return and Environmentally Compatible Disposal The METRAmax 2 is a category 9 product (monitoring and control instrument) in accordance with ElektroG (German Electrical and Electronic Device Law). This device is not subject to the RoHS directive.
Repair and Replacement Parts Service DKD Calibration Lab * and Rental Instrument Service When you need service, please contact: GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH Service Center Thomas-Mann-Strasse 16-20 90471 Nürnberg • Germany Phone +49-(0)-911-8602-0 +49-(0)-911-8602-253 E-Mail service@gossenmetrawatt.com This address is only valid in Germany. Please contact our representatives or subsidiaries for ser- vice in other countries.
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We offer a complete range of expertise in the field of metrology: from test reports and proprietary calibration certifi- cates right on up to DKD calibration certificates. Our spectrum of offerings is rounded out with free test equipment management. An on-site DKD calibration station is an integral part of our service department.
Product Support When you need support, please contact: GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH Product Support Hotline Phone +49-(0)-911-8602-112 +49-(0)-911-8602-709 E-Mail support@gossenmetrawatt.com GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH...
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Edited in Germany • Subject to change without notice • A pdf version is available on the Internet Phone +49-(0)-911-8602-0 GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt GmbH +49-(0)-911-8602-669 Thomas-Mann-Str. 16-20 E-Mail info@gossenmetrawatt.com 90471 Nürnberg • Germany www.gossenmetrawatt.com...
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