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CLAMP-ON METER E N G L I S H User Manual ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
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Serial #: ______________________________ Catalog #: 2117.54 Model #: Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: Date Received: _________________________ Date Calibration Due: ____________________ ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
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Table of Contents ENGLISH ........INTRODUCTION ............2 International Electrical Symbols .........3 Receiving Your Shipment ...........3 Ordering Information ..........3 PRODUCT FEATURES ...........4 Model 500 Control Features ........4 LCD Display ...............5 Hold Button ..............5 2.3.1 Data Hold ............5 2.3.2 Disable Auto-off Function ......5 SPECIFICATIONS ..........6...
● Do not perform resistance and continuity test on a live circuit. ● Use extreme caution when measuring live systems with voltage greater than 60V or 30V ● Use extreme care when working around bus bars and bare conductors. ● Do not use the meter in over range/overload conditions (OL). ● For accurate readings, change the battery when the symbol appears. Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. Ordering Information Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ........Cat. #2117.54 Includes meter, test leads, two 1.5V AAA batteries, user manual and soft carrying case. Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www.
2.3.2 Disable Auto-off Function • Turn rotary switch to the OFF position • Press and hold down the button, then power the meter ON by selecting a range. • Upon the next power ON, the auto-off function will be reactivated. Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
Test Voltage Overload 1.9% of R 400Ω 0.3 to 399.9Ω 0.1Ω 1.5V 600Vrms ± 3cts Continuity ( Range Beeper Test Voltage Overload < 35Ω 1.5V 600Vrms Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
EN 61010 600V Cat. II EN 61010 300V Cat. III Pollution Degree: 2 Installation Categories II (600V), III (300V) *All specifications are subject to change without notice Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
CL AMP METER I N S T R U M E N T S from different 600V CAT II 400A phases) 300V CAT III HOLD CAT II 600V Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
CL AMP METER I N S T R U M E N T S 600V CAT II 400A 300V CAT III HOLD Ω CAT II 600V Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
CL AMP METER I N S T R U M E N T S 600V CAT II 400A 300V CAT III HOLD Ω CAT II 600V Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
Open circuit no beep 600V CAT II 600V CAT II 400A 400A 300V CAT III 300V CAT III HOLD HOLD Ω Ω CAT II CAT II 600V 600V Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Warning! • Remove the test leads on any input before opening the case. • Do not operate the clamp-on probe without a battery case cover. • To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. • To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, do not get water or other foreign agents into the probe. Cleaning • To clean the probe, wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild deter- gent. • Do not use abrasives or solvents. • Do not get water inside the case. This may lead to electrical shock or damage to the instrument. Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
Battery Replacement The clamp-on meter Model 500 is powered by two AA 1.5V batter- ies. The symbol will appear on the LCD display when the supply voltage drops below proper operating range. This indicates that the batteries need to be changed. It is recommended to replace both bat- teries at the same time.
The Model 500 is warranted to the owner for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty is given ® by AEMC Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was purchased. This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with, abused or if the defect is ® related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments. For full warranty coverage detail and registration, go to www.aemc.com ® What AEMC Instruments will do: If a malfunction occurs within the one- year period, you may return the instrument to us for repair or replacement free of charge, provided we have your registration information on file or proof ®...
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NOTES: Clamp-on Meter Model 500 ShopAEMC www. .com 1.888.610.7664 Shop for AEMC products online at:...